Treatment of depression by plants ... Try it

Antidepressants are usually prescribed to treat mild or moderate depression. In these cases, phytotherapy also occupies a special place in the arsenal of treatments.
Here are some of the plants that can be described in the treatment of depression, with Dr. Mark Beck, General Practitioner, Dietitian, and Phytotherapist:



Depression: Why the trend towards plants?

Think of plants to treat depression

There are more studies and scientific literature, which indicate the loss of the effectiveness of antidepressants in the treatment of people with mild or moderate depressive reactions. These studies also confirm several side effects of these treatments. Modern phytotherapy, based on the knowledge of the effects of the different principles of herbs and plants, may offer a natural and individual solution to the patient.
Explains d. Mark Beck said: "A depressive episode is associated with damage to neurotransmitters, especially serotonin and norepinephrine, often under the influence of increased cortisol levels, which are also called stress hormones. Medicinal plants work to prevent damage to neurotransmitters, but also stimulate their synthesis."




Golden Root to treat the onset of depression

The golden root also called the Arctic root or the crown of the king is known for its properties that adapt to the needs of the body Adaptogenic, in other words, increases the body's resistance to various pressures affecting it. In parallel, the anxiolytic and antidepressant effects of this plant have been demonstrated in several studies in mice. The root of the plant contains rosavin, an active ingredient that helps fight depression. This plant can also be described alone or with saffron, which has a protective effect on neurotransmitters because of its richness inactive compounds such as Safranal.



St. John's wort for the treatment of depression stabilizer



St. John's Wort has been the subject of numerous clinical studies to treat depressive mood and anxiety. Also, the World Health Organization (WHO) recognized the importance of this plant in the treatment of mild to moderate depression. However, caution and attention should be paid to their interactions with certain drugs that reduce their effects such as birth control pills, antidepressants, mood-regulating treatments or anticoagulants.



Grifonism for the treatment of depression accompanied by nervous bulimia

Grifone seeds are concentrated in 5-hydroxy tryptophan, a precursor to the manufacture of serotonin in, which is also called "serum hormone." Serotonin deficiency is often associated with depression, especially seasonal depression. Therefore, to increase the synthesis of this serum hormone, griffins may help reduce depression and control triggers for happiness.
On the other hand, if depression is associated with appetite disorders such as anorexia or anorexia, you should switch to the use of Gentian - which will stimulate your appetite.



Valerian and golden poppy for the treatment of depression accompanied by sleep disorders

Golden poppy is a remedy for depression

Valerian is famous for its ability to reduce nervous agitation and anxiety and overcome insomnia. But it may also be used because of its anti-anxiety and antidepressant effects. Valerian can be taken alone or with golden poppy, a plant rich in alkaloids that give the plant its hypnotic properties lightly and naturally. Unlike benzodiazepines, which create a hypnotic effect but may affect sleep structure, this plant reduces sleepiness and improves sleep quality without creating disturbances of concentration or irritability.


Important advice: Before resorting to phytotherapy, it is very important to consult a specialist.