Posted by Lao Tzu on April 14, 2010, at 10:36:42
In reply to Re: Chinese herbs, posted by Hombre on April 14, 2010, at 8:31:29
The problem is I take a lot of strong psychotropic medicine. I'm cautious as to the kinds of herbs I try. I have gained great relief from vitamins and minerals, but I'm always looking for greater methods. The herbs they sell at the vitamin stores are limited. They don't always carry the diverse range of Chinese herbs. I have found some good information online, but you're right, you need a formula that suits the individual, and I think the best way is to work with someone who is experienced rather than nilly willy try herbal formulas on your own. Aruyvedic medicine is also interesting to me. I'm sure there are some interesting herbs out there that would further help me with depression, but as I said, I am very cautious. I have used panax ginseng in the past with some good results, but I never stayed the course with it because I thought it wasn't helping me. But now I've learned that there are so many herbs that affect different organ systems and you still might not be treating the right organs because you are not taking the right formula. The best results so far have been with vitamins, minerals, and fatty acids. Many years ago, I had success with St. John's Wort and Kava Kava, but like other herbs, these two are very commercial. They helped with my depression and anxiety, but they weren't sufficient enough. I really believe nutritional deficiencies are at the core of many depressive symptoms. However, I do believe in herbs as well. You just have to stay the course and be patient.
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