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Depression and bipolar disorders are some of what we call
“mood problems”. Over 40 million America adults have anxiety disorder and more
than 20 million have other mood disorders. It’s no wonder that many people are
searching for mood-enhancing alternative to drugs or mood supplements.
Some herbs, supplements and vitamins reportedly boost
mood, but if you suffer from severe mood problems see a doctor before taking
any supplements or mood enhancers.
St. John’s wort is one of the most
touted herbs used to enhance mood. It’s a yello-flowered plant which contains
many chemical compounds with medicinal effects. It is commonly used for mild to
moderate depression, anxiety, and sleep disorders. To those with severe forms
of depression, it may have minimal to no benefit at all. It’s available in
teas, liquid extracts, tablets, and capsules. Consult a doctor or pharmacist
about interactions with other medicines before using it.
Side
effects may include:
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Anxiety
- Dry
mouth
- Skin reactions, especially when exposed to sun
- Gastrointestinal upset
- Sexual dysfunction
S-Adenosyl-L-Methione
(SAMe) is derived from amino acid and is also present from
protein food sources is also widely studied mood enhancer that’s commonly used in
Europe. It has been studied for depression and statistic showed significant
improvement in the symptoms. Some studies even showed that improvements were
comparable to known antidepressant drugs. You should use caution when taking
this supplement if you have low blood sugar, diabetes, or other type of
psychiatric disorder. Ask your doctor’s opinion before using it.
.Side effects may include:
1. Fatigue
2. Headaches
3. Skin rashes
4. Gastrointestinal problems
Other potential mood
enhancers include:... Read more from: 3 Great Mood Enhancers
