Depression & Mental Health
Did you know diet and lifestyle plays an important role in mental health? Read these articles to learn how to boost your mood naturally.
A Silent Epidemic with Serious Consequences—What You Need to Know about B12 Deficiency
B12 deficiency isn't a bizarre, mysterious disease. But recent research suggests it's far more common than previously believed.
Episode 6 – Kurt Harris on Orthorexia, Meditation, Lipids & More
In this week's episode we interview the illustrious Kurt Harris, M.D. from the PaleoNu.com blog.
How Too Much Omega-6 and Not Enough Omega-3 Is Making Us Sick
We’re consuming up to 25 times more omega-6 fat than we need, and too much omega-6 is contributing to the epidemic of modern, inflammatory disease.
Too Much Stress Makes You Stupid – and Depressed
A recent study at Yale University suggests that stress reduces brain function and causes depression.
The Fatal Flaw of Prescription Drugs
The fatal flaw of most prescription drugs is that they don't cure illness - they just suppress symptoms.
Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs Reduce Brain Function
A recently published study suggests that statin drugs may lessen brain function.
Research Alert – Antidepressants & Cholesterol
Pregnant moms taking Prozac give birth to 4x as many babies with heart problems; new study shows low cholesterol increases risk of suicide.
Treating Depression without Drugs – Part III
In Part III of this three-part series on treating depression without drugs, we examine lifestyle approaches including proper nutrition, getting adequate sleep and rest, cultivating pleasure, and prayer/spiritual practice.
Treating Depression without Drugs – Part II
In this second article of a two-part series I present several clinically proven ways to treat depression without drugs, including light therapy and St. John's Wort.