Posted by nolvas on March 26, 2010, at 4:41:58
In reply to Re: GAD increase since dropping green tea » linkadge, posted by janejane on March 25, 2010, at 19:21:36
I suffer severe GAD and I find Green Tea mildy calming, however L-Theanine on it's own doesn't have quite the same effect, it also seems to worsen GAD once I stop. I find anything that affects GABA eventually has a negative feedback effect causing a worsening of symptoms. I try and avoid any supplements which affect GABA, as the body eventually compensates. The symptoms of GAD and Bipolar II are very similar and it's possibly worth investigating further :
http://www.psycheducation.org/depression/GAD&BPII.htm
I have two forms of Lithium , which are Aspartate and Orotate. I plan to experiment with them. Lithium is neuroprotective, reduces glutamate toxicity. Increases BDNF which is implicated in anxiety disorders. The element Lithium is an obvious mood disorder and antidepressant nutrient. It's effect on anxiety is less well defined, but it is used to treat Bipolar II.
GAD can be a seperate condition to Bipolar II, also a person suffering from Bipolar II can have GAD as well as Bipolar apparently. Quite a complex situation.
I have 10 to 11 mercury fillings. A contentious subject indeed.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amalgam_%28dentistry%29#Dental_amalgam_toxicity_controversy
Interestingly I see that some other countries have banned dental amalgam. So there is a concern about safety. Also the US FDA has refused to to ratify assertions of safety. (citation required)
I've had poor results with treating GAD with l-theanine. What works far better is the plant Albizzia. I use the following brand :
http://www.iherb.com/Planetary-Herbals-Albizzia-Calm-4-fl-oz-118-28-ml/7703?at=0
It is useful to point out that I stop taking Albizzia for a few weeks at a time. It can be used longterm indefinitely but I try and fool my body, the same way bodybuilders cycle their supplementation to keep the body guessing. Albizzia has been the most useful supplement for me so far in treating GAD and the resulting depressive symptoms.
"I'm an unlucky GAD (Generalized Anxiety Disorder) sufferer. I'm not a big fan of taking drugs & only take anxiety medicien when absolutely needed. I find this supplement works as well as, if not better than, the drugs I've tried (Xanax, Klonezapam)."
An anecdotal quote, indicating Albizzia has helped treat GAD.
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