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Author: Dr.Savitha Suri
Date: 9 February 2007
Long nights, short days, sweaters, warm clothes and chilly weather make many
of us sick and depressed. This depression which surfaces especially in winter
is a Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and is often called as winter Time
Blues or Winter depression. The exact cause for this depression is as of
yet unclear. But yet few scientists believe lack of exposure to sunlight
as the reason for this disorder.
The symptoms of winter depression are tendency to over eat, craving for
carbohydrates and sweets and weight gain.
Had our ancestors observed this change in humans? The answer is yes. Have
they recommended any remedies? Yes, they have recommended simple and effective
natural remedies to overcome Seasonal Affective Disorder. They have laid
down explicit guidelines about diet and lifestyles which have to be followed
according to seasons.
The winter season is marked as Hemanta ritu and Sisira ritu in ayurveda.
Hemanta ritu starts from mid November and ends in mid January. This falls
in southern solstice which is called as visarga kala or dakshinayana in ayurveda.
Sisira ritu starts from mid January and lasts till middle of march. Sisira
ritu falls in Northern solstice which is called as Aadana kaala or uttaraayana.
The response of human body to this season is very well explained in ayurveda.
People will have increased strength and their digestion capacity is increased
.This is marked by increased hunger. These symptoms are caused by increased
body fire which is supported by vata. Vata inside body increases in winter
because of cold and dryness which is prevalent in outer atmosphere.
The winter time depression is noticed mostly in persons who have vata as
major constituent in their prakriti or body constitution. The cause for this
type of change is longer nights of winter.
Light therapy is recommended by doctors for winter time blues. Exposure to
artificial light may cause headache , Irritability ,Eye strain , Inability
to sleep and fatigue. Exposure to sunlight and if sunlight is not available
sitting near fireplace is the remedy suggested in Ayurveda.
Keeping the home well lit with lights help to reduce the intensity of depression.
Moderate exercise like yoga is another remedy for winter depression. Ayurveda
recommends oil massage (abhyanga) to body and head (moordha taila.). Indulging
in sexual act to keep the moods elevated and to keep the body warm is another
strongly suggested ayurvedic remedy.
Meeting friends who are kind and understanding boosts morale and brightens
up the day. Spending time with friends on the beach helps to expose your
body to sunlight and keeps your spirits high.
Relaxing with meditation, massage , light music and laughter helps to great
extent.
The following ayurvedic tips help to prevent and reduce the intensity of
seasonal disorder of winter, the winter time blues.
1. Expose yourself to sunlight as much as you can. In absence of sun light
sitting near fire place is very helpful.
2. Massage your body with vata balancing herbal oil (abhyanga). Never forget
to apply oil on your head (moordha taila.).
3. Then remove the oil by taking hot water bath. A mixture of flours of yellow
gram (channa), green gram (moong) , fenu greek seeds (methi) in equal proportion
is the best herbal scrub which can be used to remove the oil. This mixture
prevents the washing of natural oil from skin.
4. Consume hot soups.
5. Use vata balancing foods like wheat, oil, corn, black gram and jaggery.
6. Tickle your taste buds with sweet, sour and salt tastes
7. Always use hot water for all daily routine activity.
8. Use thick blankets and sheets made of cotton, silk and wool.
9. Always wear foot wear.
10. Indulge in sexual act.
11. Spend your leisure time with friends and relatives whom you like.
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The World Health Organization
defines mental health as "a state of well-being in which the individual realizes
his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can
work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to his
or her community. Mental wellness leads to general productivity in
life. It is a positive attribute that each individual must have to ensure
proper function and efficiency. It
incorporates
your emotional well-being and
encompasses
creativity and flexibility in dealing with life's challenges. This touches
on how you feel about yourself, how you hold control over your feelings,
manage your relationships, and deal with your undertakings. It directly affects
life's other aspects such as work performance, physical condition, and
self-acceptance. Good mental health is more than being without mental health
problems or being free from depression, anxiety, or other psychological
issues. It is about having zest for life.
Your
Mental Wellness
A state of lasting happiness
or felicity is where every individual would want to be at. Exciting events
may cheer you up and provide more inspiration for life, yet, it is inevitable
that unwanted events may happen anytime. These become the stimuli for mood
swings, sadness, or depressed state. This is when your mental health is tested.
A person nurturing a good mental state and emotional stability is able to
rationalize something good about the negative events in his life, able to
keep his focus in troubled times, compose himself before giving a response,
get his dose of lesson, get back on his feet after adversity, and do better.
He is able to focus on developing a solution and maintaining the joy of living.
People who are emotionally and mentally healthy have characteristics like
flexibility and creativity for coping with difficult situations. Taking control
over your emotions is vital for happiness regardless of good times or bad
times accented by changes, frustrations, and disappointments. Mental wellness
is essential for you to be able to live fully and realize your potential
in all areas.
Here are common attributes
for determining your state of mental and emotional well-being:
Sense of
contentment
Sense of meaning and
purpose
Sense of
self-worth
Enthusiasm for living and
trying new things
Ability to build and maintain
fulfilling relationships
Ability to have
fun
Ability to deal with
stress
Ability to recover from
adversity
Ability to adapt to
change
Balance in life's aspects
(work, rest, socialization, privacy)
Speedy recovery from physical
sickness
Emotional
State
A mood is a relatively long
lasting emotional state or a quality of feeling at a particular time. It
affects your response to a given situation and also affects your physical
health in return. The following categories of stimuli exert significant
influence on your emotional state:
Dispute - Arguments or disputes
not only trigger rise in blood pressure but also cause changes in cellular
processes inside your body that thwarts healing. Studies show that a half-hour
argument can slow your body's ability to heal by at least half a day. This
is due to a surge in cytokines (immune-molecules that trigger inflammation)
induced by seething irritation, frustration, or dispute. Chronic high levels
of cytokines are linked to arthritis, diabetes, heart-disease, and
cancer.
Jealousy - Jealousy is triggered
by the suspicion of emotional betrayal, characterized by mixed feelings of
fear, stress, and anger. A person extremely jealous may experience raised
blood pressure, heart-rate, and adrenalin levels, anxiety, sleeplessness,
and weakened immunity.
Pressure - Being under pressure
raises your cortisol levels which induces feelings of stress that feed on
themselves to engender chronic stress. In the process, memory and accuracy
are both impaired and blood sugar, fatty acids, and cholesterol levels rise
and raise your risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
Love - Falling in love raises
levels of nerve growth factor, a hormone-like substance which helps to restore
your nervous system and improve your memory by triggering the growth of new
brain cells. The feeling of being loved is also associated with the feeling
contentment and calmness which benefits both the body and mind. Oxytocin,
also called the "bonding hormone", urges people to express loving emotions
through touch and cuddling. These acts are believed to trigger the release
of DHEA, an anti-aging, anti-stress hormone that triggers cellular restoration
in the body. Other forms of touch, including massage, have also been found
to help to promote rapid recovery from illness and injury while minimizing
follow-on complications.
Laughter - Laughter relaxes
tensed muscles, reduces production of stress-causing hormones, lowers blood
pressure, and helps increase oxygen absorption in the blood. Cardiologists
say laughing can actually reduce the risk of heart attack by restraining
unwanted stress, which destroys the protective lining of blood vessels. About
400 muscles of the body are put in motion when you laugh, thus, helping to
burn calories, too. Researchers estimate that 10 to 15 minutes of laughter
can burn up to 50 calories in your body equivalent to results reaped from
a 10-minute aerobic workout or 15-minute session on an exercise
bike.
Crying - Emotional tears
associated with stress were found to contain high levels of hormones and
neurotransmitters. Releasing emotions through tears lowers blood pressure,
slows down pulse rate, and induces more synchronized brain-wave patterns.
Studies have concluded that the evolutionary purpose of crying is to remove
stress chemicals from the body. It is believed that continued presence of
these substances, when holding back tears, keeps a person in a state of tension,
which makes the body vulnerable to the negative effects of anxiety such as
weakened immune system, poor digestion, impaired memory and concentration.
This supports the fact why women live longer than men. Women are more
communicative of their thoughts and feelings, pouring out their flares in
tears; while men tend to keep their grief to themselves. Women are relieved
from stress by crying, men pile his burdens from within posting harmful effects
to their health.
Mood
Factors
Your ability to react to
this stimuli and control your mood is determined by diverse
factors:
Imbalances in Neurotransmitters
- Chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters) play a large part in the occurrence
of depression, anxiety, panic, obsessive worries, weight issues, inattention
problems, pain, memory, anger, energy, sleeplessness, logic, motivation,
association, drug abuse, and sexual issues. There are three basic molecules
in the neurotransmitters, which are thought to play a role in mood regulation:
norepinephrine, serotonin, and dopamine. Imbalances (often low levels) of
these chemicals contribute to occurrences of mood swings and mood
disorders.
Low levels of Serotonin play
a role in depression, anxiety, sleep, sexuality, appetite, obsessive worry,
panic disorders, aggression, and PMS (Pre-Menstrual Syndrome). It also affects
pain-perception and could be the reason why 45 per cent of patients with
depression suffer from aches and pains.
Low levels of Norepinephine
may induce bipolar disorders, depression, manic high episodes, and attention
problems.
Low levels of Dopamine contribute
to lose of touch with reality, attention deficit issues, drug addictions,
and abrupt mood changes.
Other brain chemicals that
increase risk of developing mood swings when there is divergence from normal
levels include GABA (leads to anxiety and some addiction issues), Acetylcholine
(causes memory problems), and Histamine (causes insomnia and weight
gain).
Stress - Stress alters the
levels of neurotransmitters in the brain that control mood, logic, disposition,
sleep, attention, weight, and pain perception. It may be induced by situations
or thoughts that create feelings of frustration, anger and anxiety, leaving
an emotional and physical impact on your body. It can come from present
situations such as relationship conflicts, financial worries, job stress,
and from past experiences such as abuse, abandonment, and self-image issues.
Stress also affects your hypothalamus which causes your pituitary gland,
adrenal medulla, and adrenal cortex to release adrenaline and cortisol.
Altogether, these hormones accelerate aging, decrease bone mineral density,
weaken your immune system response, and even alter brain
function.
Genetics - Genetics has been
found to be a strong factor in the development of mental disorders. Studies
found that 90 percent of individuals with bipolar disorder also have a
first-degree relative with bipolar disorder, 50 percent of individuals with
major depression have a first-degree relative with the same disorder, 40
percent of individuals with obsessive compulsive disorders have a first-degree
relative with the identical or related disorder, and 35 percent of individuals
with attention deficit disorders have a first-degree relative with a similar
disorder. Environment that is characterized by isolation and inactivity may
be the triggering factor in the occurrence of mental disorders for those
with a family history of such conditions.
Drugs Side Effects - Some
medications have harmful effects not only on the organs of your body but
also permanently alter your brain chemistry, functioning, and emotions. Some
may even make the present mental condition worse. Illegal drugs induce
schizophrenic symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, and other abnormal
behaviors. Addiction to these drugs may cause permanent damage to the
brain.
Medical Disease - Medical
diseases invoke emotions. More often than not, having physical ailments causes
insecurities, discouragement, and a sense of inferiority. Diseases such as
pernicious anemia, mononucleosis, hypothyroidism, Cushing's syndrome, Addison's
disease, cancer of the pancreas, multiple sclerosis, upper respiratory infection
are linked to depression. Mitral value prolapse, hyperthyroidism, hypoglycemia,
and pheochromocytoma are associated with anxiety. Alzheimer's disease, dementia,
various illegal drugs such as marijuana (leads to "amotivational syndrome"),
vascular disorders, viral infections of the central nervous system, Parkinson's
Disease, disease of the central nervous system, lupus, multiple sclerosis,
and temporal lobe epilepsy alter personalities.
Mental
& Mood Disorders
There are myriad disorders
of the mind that can substantially degrade your quality of life. Some of
the more common disorders follow in order of severity (less to
more):
Dysthymia - Dysthymic Disorder
is a chronic condition characterized by depressive
symptomsoccuring almost daily over
a span of two years. Symptoms displayed are less severe than those that fulfill
the criteria of a major depressive state. However, this mild type of depression
can still cause dysfunction in several areas of your life. Symptoms include
poor appetite or overeating, difficulty sleeping or oversleeping, low energy,
fatigue, and feelings of hopelessness. Distress or affliction in social,
occupational, or household environment is often the root cause of this disorder.
In childhood, it is associated with poor school performance and inferior
social interaction. Children and adolescents with Dysthymia have low self-esteem,
poor social skills, and negative-thinking. It is estimated that 4 per cent
of the world's population has this disorder.
Cyclothymia - Cyclothymia
is a mild form of Bipolar Disorder characterized by short periods of mild
depression and hypomania (good mood). It is often manifested in a quick shift
from mild or moderate depression to euphoria and excitement, but mood swings
are far less severe than in bipolar disorder. Symptoms include alternating
episodes of hypomania and mild depression lasting for at least 2 years
characterized by frequent depressive state than euphoric. Causes of cyclothymic
disorder are still unknown.
Postpartum Depression (PPD)
- PPD is a type of depression that follows childbirth. There had been some
assumptions that postpartum depression is caused by lack of vitamins, but
studies tend to show that more likely causes are the significant changes
in a woman's hormones during pregnancy. PPD has been linked with sudden
fluctuations in hormonal levels (thyroid, estrogen, and progesterone). Estrogen
and progesterone rise sharply during pregnancy; after childbirth, these levels
fall dramatically. Low thyroid hormone levels, in particular, can cause symptoms
of depression, including irritability, loss of interest in regular activities,
fatigue, and weight gain. Other factors contributing to PPD include changes
in lifestyle required for new infant care, concerns about post-pregnancy
weight and body image, fatigue and lack of sleep after childbirth, lack of
support caring for the new baby, and worries about ability to be a good mother.
Symptoms include sadness, fatigue, insomnia, appetite changes, reduced libido,
crying episodes, anxiety, and irritability. Historically, PPD has been diagnosed
solely in women, but recent research indicates that men may be affected by
the condition after their wives undergo childbirth as well. Language development
delays and colic (a condition, usually in infants, characterized by incessant
crying) experienced by the newborn are linked to depression in dads. Feelings
of detachment and worries about facing the demands of parenting can also
accompany the baby's arrival.
Seasonal Affective Disorder
(SAD) - SAD is a temporary disorder that is directly related to changes in
the weather. An inexplicably fatigued feeling or restlessness arises
in a person with SAD when the weather becomes colder or darker, such as during
the transition to Autumn or Winter. SAD subsides without treatment when the
weather reverts back to the person's preferred state. Nevertheless, SAD is
often treated with light therapy or exposure to artificial sunlight. Symptoms
include tiredness, fatigue, depression, crying spells, irritability, trouble
concentrating, body aches, loss of sex drive, poor sleep, decreased activity
level, and overeating, especially of carbohydrates, with associated weight
gain. The symptoms of seasonal affective disorder typically tend to begin
in the Fall each year, lasting until Spring. Studies have found that bright
light changes the chemicals in the brain, which caused and triggers the
occurrence of SAD. About 35,000,000 people in the world suffer from
SAD.
Depression - Depression is
a state of low mood and aversion to activity. Some consider it a dysfunction,
while others see it as an adaptive defense mechanism. About 340,000,000 people
in the world suffer from depression. 1 out of 4 women has it while 1 out
of 10 men suffers from it. Biological influences of depression include
malnutrition, heredity, hormones, seasons, stress, illness, drug or alcohol
use, neurotransmitter malfunction, long-term exposure to dampness and mold,
back injury, and aerosol exposure. Long term sleep difficulties also trigger
depression. Up to 90% of patients with depression are found to have sleep
disorders. Recent studies also suggest that imbalance in Serotonin and
Norepinephrine (neurotransmitters that allow brain cells to communicate with
one another) is said to be the major physiological factor that triggers
depression. Causes of Depression include unpleasant family history, pessimistic
personality, trauma, stress, physical conditions, and other underlying
psychological disorders. Stressful events such as loss of a loved one, marital
stress, break up of a romantic relationship or divorce, job anxiety, loss
of a job can jumpstart a depression episode.
Symptoms include changes
in appetite and sleeping patterns, feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness,
inappropriate guilt, loss of interest or pleasure in formerly important
activities, fatigue, inability to concentrate, overwhelming sadness, disturbed
thinking, physical symptoms such as headaches or stomach aches, and suicidal
thoughts or behaviors. You may be diagnosed with Clinical Depression if four
or more of these symptoms have been continually observed for more than two
weeks. This stage of depression already requires serious treatment. The more
crucial state, termed as Major Depression, manifests more serious symptoms
such as inactivity, memory problems, crying for no apparent reason, and inability
to drag yourself out of bed. Statistics show that Major Depression usually
strikes people between the ages of 25 and 44. Depression can lead to physical
abuse, alcoholism, anxiety, work-related problems, family conflicts,
interpersonal difficulties, social isolation, and health problems such as
cardiovascular diseases and digestive disorders. It can also suppress your
immune system making you more prone to other diseases.
Bipolar Disorder (Manic
Depression) - Bipolar disorder is a biological brain disorder that results
in extreme psychological and emotional mood swings. It affects all aspects
of a person's life, from relationships with others to his professional standing
or career. It is ordinary for normal people to go through the highs and lows
of life, but those who have bipolar disorder tend to magnify and intensify
these change of events in their lives. A state characterized by overexcitement
is called a manic episode, while a state of extreme sadness is called a
depressive episode. Aside from evident mood changes, irritability, agitation,
impulsiveness, increase in goal-directed activities, restlessness, and changes
in energy, activity and sleep are among the symptoms of Bipolar Disorder.
These often lead to suicidal thoughts. No exact cause has been identified
for Bipolar Disorder but risk factors include genetics (as genes help control
how the body and the brain work and grow), underlying illnesses, alcohol
or substance abuse, and brain structure and functioning. Altered levels of
neurotransmitters (chemicals causing reactions in the brain) can also cause
extreme mood changes. 27,000,000 people in the world suffer from Bipolar
Disorder. Nearly 6,000,000 American adults or about 2.5% of the adult population
in the United States have it. Some famous people that have talked openly
about having bipolar disorder are Anna Marie "Patty" Duke, Linda Hamilton,
Jean-Claude VanDamme, Kristy McNichol, Dick Cavett, and Buzz Aldrin. World
Health Organization (WHO) statistics indicate bipolar disorder is the 6th
leading cause of disability in the world.
Schizoaffective Disorder
- Schizoaffective Disorder is a psychological illness in which an individual
experiences episodes of schizophrenia (a chronic, severe, and disabling brain
disorder that involves detachment from reality) and intense mood swings.
Symptoms include disoriented thoughts, agitated body movements, paranoia,
hallucinations (non-existent voices or visions), and delusions (false beliefs
that cannot be corrected by reason) combined with extreme mood changes and
often severe depression. People with this disorder may also experience sleeping
trouble, eating disorder, feelings of excessive tiredness, and thoughts of
suicide. It is believed that genetic predisposition contributes to brain
chemistry deterioration that leads to this disorder. However, interaction
between genes and environment remains the catalyst for Schizoaffective Disorder
and Schizophrenia. Environmental factors may include exposure to viruses,
malnutrition before birth, problems during birth, and other psychosocial
factors. 24,000,000 people in the world are estimated to suffer from
Schizophrenia while about 8,000,000 people in the world have Schizoaffective
Disorder.
Famous
People with Mood Disorders
About 450,000,000 people suffer from conditions such as depression,
schizophrenia, making mental and neurological illness among the top causes
of all ill health. Mental disorder transcends age, society status, occupation,
and financial capability. Even famous people have struggled with mood disorders.
Some have lost their lives to them and others have succeeded despite their
problems:
Vincent
Van Gogh - A famous painter and artist was labeled peculiar with unstable
moods. He suffered from epileptic seizures. From his letters, it was concluded
that his depressive states were also accompanied by manic episodes of enormous
energy and great passion. Van Gogh committed suicide at age 37.
Virginia Woolf - The British
novelist, born of privilege, experienced the mood swings of bipolar disorder
throughout her life. She wrote to make sense out of her mental chaos and
gain control over madness. She received great care and understanding from
her friends and family. She died filling her pockets with stones and walking
into a nearby river. The cause of her death was qualified as suicide while
having a disturbed mind.
Isaac Newton - A famous
mathematician of the 17th Century who was responsible for many scientific
discoveries and who achieved wealth in later life suffered from several
nervous breakdowns. He was known for becoming enraged with anyone
who disagreed with him. Some have labeled his condition as Bipolar Disorder
(an unclassified illness at that time).
Ludwig van Beethoven - A
renowned composer who had bipolar disorder. His manic episodes
seemed to fuel his creativity. He wrote his most famous works during times
of torment, loneliness, and suffering psychotic delusions. He took medication,
opium, and alcohol for relief. He died of liver disease probably due to substance
abuse.
Abraham Lincoln - The 16th
President of the United States suffered from severe, debilitating, and occasional
suicidal depressions, as recorded by Carl Sandburg in his comprehensive
six-volume biographical analysis of his life. He was determined to overcome
his serious affliction and operate well in the name of duty despite his personal
struggle.
Winston Churchill - The Prime
Minister of Great Britain who, as one of the Big Three (Churchill,
Roosevelt and Stalin) led the world in defeating Hitler in World War II,
told in his own writings of suffering from black dog
(Churchills term for severe and serious depression). He self-medicated
to deal with these times. He was able to achieve much in this life and manage
his mental illness by sheer personal determination.
Linda Hamilton - A famous
actress who had been diagnosed with bipolar disorder at a young age. She
controlled her illness through a lifetime of medication.
Shawn Colvin - A musician
with two Grammy's suffered from major depressive disorder for more than 20
years. "During the worst times, I shut the world out, refusing to get out
of bed. Even the smallest tasks were overwhelming," she said.
Judy Collins - A singer and
songwriter who wrote the book "Sanity and Grace: A Journey of Suicide, Survival
and Strength". The book relates her journey as a survivor of depression after
the suicide of her 33-year-old son in 1992. She states that her own spiritual
life and practice gave her the power to win over the illness.
The good news is... More
than 80% of people with schizophrenia can be free of relapses at the end
of one year of treatment combined with family support. Up to 60% of people
with depression and related disorder can recover with a proper combination
of anti-depressants and therapy. There is a way to recover from poor mental
health.
Western
Medicine
Western Medicine relies on aggressive and costly prescription drugs to deal
with mood disorders and mental health problems. These methods generally address
only the symptoms and not the underlying causes. As soon as you stop using
the drugs, the problem returns! These prescription drugs often result
in unwanted and even dangerous side effects including accelerating aging
and increasing risks of more serious diseases.
The options for drug treatment
are bewildering: Abilify, Adapin (doxepin), Anafranil (clomipramine), Aventyl,
Aventyl HCI (nortriptyline), Celexa (citalopram), Clozaril, Desyrel (trazodone),
Doxepin (Sinequan, Zonalon), Effexor (venlafaxine), Elavil (amitriptyline),
Endep (amitriptyline), Geodon, Haldol, Imipramine, Lexapro (escitalopram),
Luvox (fluvoxamine), Mellaril, Mipramine, Nardil (phenelzine), Navane, Norpramin
(desipramine), Nortriptyline, Pamelor (nortriptyline), Parnate (tranylcypromine),
Paxil (paroxetine), Prolixin, Prozac (fluoxetine), Remeron (mirtazapine),
Risperdal, Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), Seroquel, Serzone
(nefazodone), Stelazine, Surmontil (trimipramine), Symbyax (fluoxetine and
olanzapine), Thorazine, Tofranil, Tofranil (imipramine), Trilafon, Vanatrip
(amitriptyline), Wellbutrin (bupropion), Zoloft (sertraline), and Zyprexa.
Typically once drug treatment begins; it is recommended for life and usually
involves a series of medications.
The combined COMMON side
effects of these medications include appetite loss, breast swelling or discharge,
constipation, decreased night vision, tunnel vision, and watery eyes, decreased
sex drive, impotence, or difficulty having an orgasm, diarrhea, dizziness,
drowsiness, dry mouth, excess sweating, excitement, gas, headache, heartburn,
impotence, increased appetite, increased sweating, indigestion, nausea,
nightmares, pupil dilation, sensitivity to sunlight, sweating, tiredness,
unpleasant taste, upset stomach, urinary retention, vomiting, weakness, and
weight loss or gain.
The combined SEVERE side
effects of these medications include severe allergic reactions (rash, hives,
itching, difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest, swelling of the mouth,
face, lips, or tongue), abnormal movements, aggressive or bizarre behavior,
agitation, anxiety, blurred vision or other vision changes, changes in sex
drive, chest pain, confusion, constipation, difficulty speaking and swallowing,
disorientation, easy bruising or bleeding, eye pain, fainting, fast, slow,
or irregular heartbeat, fever, frequent or difficult urination, general ill
feeling, hair loss, hallucinations, hostility, impulsive behavior or other
unusual changes in behavior, jaw, joint pain or swelling with fever, neck,
or muscle spasms, irritability, loss of balance, mental or mood changes
(increased anxiety, mood swings, agitation, irritability, nervousness,
restlessness), mood swings, nervousness or restlessness, panic attacks, patchy
skin color, ringing in the ears, seizures, severe dizziness or drowsiness,
shakiness, slow breathing, sore throat or fever, stomach pain, suicidal thinking
or behavior, swelling of the testicles, swollen glands, tremor, trouble sleeping,
trouble walking or keeping your balance, twitching of the face or tongue,
uncontrolled movements of arms and legs or stiffness, unusual bleeding or
bruising, worsening of depression, and yellowing of the skin or
eyes.
Ayurvedic
Medicine
Ayurveda, the science of
life, prevention and longevity, is the oldest and most holistic and comprehensive
medical system available. Its fundamentals can be found in Hindu scriptures
called the Vedas - the ancient Indian books of wisdom written over 5, 000
years ago. Ayurveda uses the inherent principles of nature to help
maintain health in a person by keeping the individual's body, mind, and spirit
in perfect equilibrium with nature.
India Herbs has a seasoned
group of Ayurvedic doctors specialized in Rasayana Chikitsa, one of the eight
major specialties of Ayurveda. It is the branch of Ayurveda that deals with
various aspects of preventive health care. Rasayana Chikitsa includes therapies
for longevity, improved memory, health, youthfulness, complexion, and strength
of body and senses. Rasayana Chikitsa prescribes the therapeutic use of various
herbal and holistic preparations for enhancing mood while strengthening the
body and overall well-being. The approach is to heal the mind and body
before minor emotional imbalance leads to chronic psychological
problems.
India Herbs' Rasayana Chikitsa
doctors combine a proprietary herbal formula based on centuries' old wisdom
with advice on diet, exercise, mental training, and relaxation to help
you reach your peak and overcome emotional tribulations through safe, natural
means.
Results: The precise combination
of
ingredients
in Cosmic
Joy along with a mind-body focus
precisely addresses your emotional needs!
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