Tag: Depression

A tingly sensation may be a sign that you have a vitamin B12 deficiency. Constantly feeling exhausted or depressed could also be a sign that your body doesn't have enough vitamin B12 to produce healthy red blood cells or to manufacture serotonin. Studies have linked diabetes to a risk of vitamin B12 deficiency while researchers claim that heartburn medication inhibits nutrient absorption and may, therefore, lead to vitamin B12 deficiency.

Depression is a serious mental health issue that affects a person's quality of life. “Depression affects an estimated one in 15 adults (6.7%) in...

Depression is a serious mental health disorder and is characterized by a persistent low or depressed mood, feeling of sadness, and loss of interest...

When we think about debilitating diseases, we always think about chronic diseases like cancer, diabetes etc. And the fact that none of the mental...

Pregnancy is both an exciting and a scary time in any woman's life – but this is more pronounced for someone with prenatal depression. A number of natural home remedies and steps can help ease depression during pregnancy. Talk therapy and bright light therapy can help relieve symptoms of prenatal depression. It's important to avoid inflammatory foods and consume foods rich in iron and zinc to fight depression. You also need to stay physically active and get adequate sleep.

Acknowledging and accepting one has depression is a major step toward recovery. And following that, plucking up one’s courage to take medications is another...

Diet soda may seem like a healthier alternative to the regular soda but little is known about the negative effects of the artificial sweeteners present in it. Drinking diet soda or artificially sweetened beverages can increase the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and even depression. Additionally, it can lead to weight gain. Diet soda also has adverse effects on your bone, reducing the bone mineral density and increasing the risk of osteoporosis.

We live in an unpredictable world with full of uncertainties. A lot of things can sometimes bring us down. It is not always easy...

Unexplained weight gain goes beyond a simple workout and diet regime. Hidden hormonal disorders such as hypothyroidism, PCOS and diabetes can all cause unexplained weight gain, even if you eat healthily and work out. Depression is another condition that can cause weight gain. Anti-psychotic medication can also prompt weight gain by interfering with the hormones in the brain. Identifying the cause will help you manage the condition and revert to your usual weight.

Cognitive behavioral therapy, aromatherapy, yoga, sunlight exposure, and bright light therapy can help fight depression. Modify your diet to include more omega-3 fatty acids that fight inflammation and cut out trans fats and sugars. Ashwagandha and St. John’s wort are two herbal remedies you can consider. Just nurturing relationships and opening up to those around you will also chip away at the condition.

For many years now, healthcare experts have been warning us about how a high-sugar diet can lead to weight gain, obesity, diabetes, and other health conditions. But, recent studies have revealed an alarming fact. A high-sugar diet can also cause anxiety and depression besides other mood disorders. Although sugary foods elevate our mood when we are down, these effects are temporary and over time, they cause mental health conditions.

The release of cortisol and adrenaline during stress is a common cause of lowered sexual drive as is feeling emotionally disconnected from your partner. Antidepressants inhibit the function of sex hormones while birth control increases levels of serum hormone binding globulin in the body that renders the testosterone levels inactive. A low sense of body image and health complications associated with aging can also cause a loss of sexual appetite.

Breast milk contains all the important nutrients required for your baby's development mentally and physically. Breastfeeding also improves the bond between your and baby and makes your baby smarter. It can help mothers lose weight, reduce the risk of post-partum depression, and help the uterus return to its original size. Oxytocin plays an important role in providing you with these benefits.

Coffee is a staple in most people's diets. And, when had in moderation, it has several health benefits. Regular coffee consumption improves short-term and long-term memory. It also reduces the risk of clinical type 2 diabetes. Caffeine in coffee suppresses leptin, promotes thermogenesis, and induces fat oxidation to aid weight loss. It also reduces depressive symptoms, cognitive failures, and the risk of suicide. Lastly, caffeine reduces the risk of gallstones, heart disease, stroke, and death.

Depression is a clinical condition that has seen a steep rise in the recent years. Modern lives, isolated living, frequent heartbreaks, broken families and...