(Natural News) It remains unclear whether antidepressants are an effective treatment for depression in adults, according to a recent review. Published in BMJ Open, it revealed that previous clinical trials and existing studies do not provide conclusive evidence that antidepressants can treat symptoms of depression better than alternative treatments. Depression: Types, symptoms and causes Depression is […]

(Natural News) A study conducted by researchers from the University of Montreal (UdeM) in Canada found significant evidence to suggest that teenagers get more depressed the more time they spend looking at screens – whether that be a phone, computer or TV screen. They say that these negative effects tend to show up within a year of their increased use […]

(Natural News) Complementary and alternative approaches for the treatment of various types of dementia are steadily gaining traction due to the limited effectiveness of currently used medications. In the case of Alzheimer’s disease, cognitive enhancers like donepezil, memantine and galantamine have been found to produce varying results in multiple studies. Their effects also appear to be short-lived […]

(Natural News) According to Mental Health America, at least six million men in the U.S. are affected by depression annually. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention reports that compared to women, men died by suicide at a rate of 3.54 percent higher in 2017. In the same vein, the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism notes […]

(Natural News) Patients with depression often experience gastrointestinal distress, a group of digestive disorders marked by lingering symptoms, such as constipation, bloating, diarrhea, abdominal pain and cramping. According to a study published in the journal Gastroenterology, the two disorders are connected by a common cause: low levels of serotonin, also known the “happy chemical.” Depression and gastrointestinal distress go hand […]

(Natural News) The volatile oils present in plants have long been used to treat common human ailments. The earliest records of their use date as far back as the time of the Ancient Egyptians, who were credited with inventing the first ever method of extraction for these precious oils. Today, these natural products are known as essential oils […]

(Natural News) In this study, researchers from Iran and the U.S. determined whether aromatherapy can improve symptoms commonly experienced by women postpartum. Their results were published in the journal Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice. Aromatherapy is a popular method of reducing the symptoms of various physiologic processes and diseases. The researchers conducted a systematic review of […]

(Natural News) Omega-3 fatty acids are incredibly important fats that have powerful benefits that support various bodily functions. These fats are lauded for their ability to significantly boost heart health — particularly as fish oil supplements. According to the American Heart Association, healthy adults are recommended to eat at least two servings of fish per […]

(Natural News) Perhaps you’ve heard tales of people visiting South America and trying ayahuasca. This psychoactive brew is said to be very enlightening, but what exactly is it – and is it safe? Ayahuasca is a tea made with the leaves of a plant called Psychotria viridis and the stalks from a vine known as […]

(Natural News) Anxious and depressed? Massachusetts-based researchers suggest taking up breathing exercises or yoga sessions to ease your symptoms. The two practices appear to improve mood by stimulating the vagus nerves and increasing the levels of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), an essential neurotransmitter in the brain. Vagus nerves serve as connections between the base of the brain and many […]