Tag: brain

Depression 萧条

Depression is a whole body illness that may be described as feeling sad, blue, unhappy or miserable. It affects the way you feel about yourself and the way you react to and think about the people around you. Symptoms can last for weeks, months and years.

Possible signs and symptoms

Chronic fatigue, quickness to anger, sleep disturbances, change of appetite, digestive disorders, restlessness, loss of interest, feeling worthless.

Possible causes

Emotional tension, stress, chemical imbalances in the brain, thyroid disorder, nutritional deficiency (poor diet), over-consumption of refined sugars, lack of (physical/mental) activity.

Applied nutrition

Often, depressed people do not actively seek help and are sensitive to others knowing their condition. Depressed people need ample time and patience to get back on their feet. Background dietary assistance can be very useful while you help to remove the cause or distance the cause from the prospect.

Supplement Benefit Suggested Dosage
Protein Limit animal protein intake. Replace with plant-based proteins. 1 scoop, 
3x daily
Vitamin C + bioflavonoids Needed for immune function. Important to prevent depression. 3 tabs, 3x daily
Calcium + magnesium Calcium is nature’s tranquillizer. Works together with magnesium to relieve anxiety, stress, nervousness and tension. 3 tabs, 3x daily
B Complex B complex vitamins are necessary for the normal functioning of the brain and the nervous system. Naturally sourced vitamin B helps reduce anxiety and has a calming effect. 3 tabs, 3x daily
Omega 3 Aids in the transmission of nerve impulses. Important for proper brain function. 2 tabs, 2x daily
Multivitamins + multi-mineral + phytonutrients Depressed people are often deficient in many nutrients. This will work to increase energy and protect the heart and immune system. 1 tab, 2x daily

Attention-deficit-hyperactive disorder (ADHD) 多动症

ADHD is a fast-growing childhood disorder involving inattentiveness, over-activity, impulsion or a combination thereof. Ten times more boys than girls are diagnosed with ADHD. Although primarily thought of as a childhood behavioural disorder, it can also be found in adults. This condition affects school/work performance and interpersonal relationships. Parents and family members of children with ADHD often become exhausted and frustrated.

Possible signs and symptoms

  • Failing to give close attention to details, difficulties with solving problems or managing time;
  • Extreme distractibility and does not seem to listen when spoken to directly;
  • Difficulty organizing tasks and activities;
  • Difficulty sustaining attention in tasks and in play.

Possible causes

Many cases are linked to a diet high in refined sugars and artificial food additives, however, other factors linked to ADHD include heredity, anxiety/stress, allergies, being born to mothers who smoked during pregnancy, oxygen deprivation at birth, pollution, lead poisoning or prenatal trauma.

Applied Nutrition

Ensure reduction in refined sugars and processed foods. Increase fruit and vegetable intake. Bring the patient outdoors to open areas where they can use the additional energy properly. Consider using a long summer holiday to totally remove this condition.

Supplement Benefit Suggested Dosage
Protein Basic building block and necessary party of living cells in the body. 1 scoop,
2x daily
Calcium + magnesium Calms the nerves. 2 tabs,
3x daily
Multivitamin + minerals + phytonutrients Provides general nutritional supplementation. Many ADHD cases are zinc-deficient. As indicated on packaging
B Complex Important for proper brain function and digestion. Also enhances adrenal gland function and regulates neurotransmitters. 
An anti-stress vitamin. 2 tabs,
3x daily
Vitamin C + bioflavonoids An anti-stress vitamin. 2 tabs,
3x daily
Ginkgo biloba + ginseng Assists brain function and concentration. Builds memory. 2 tabs,
2x daily

 

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) 老人痴呆症

Alzheimer’s disease, a form of dementia, is a progressive form, incurable disease of the brain caused by the degeneration and eventual death of nerve cells in the brain. It affects memory, thinking and behaviour.

Memory impairment in one of the following areas will also be present: language, decision-making ability, judgement, attention, personality and other areas of mental function.
Possible signs and symptoms

During early stages, the symptoms of AD may be subtle and resemble signs that people mistakenly attribute to “natural ageing”. These include:

  • Repeating statements
  • Misplacing items
  • Getting lost on familiar routes
  • Personality changes
  • Losing interest in hobbies
  • Difficulty performing tasks
  • Having trouble finding names for familiar objects.

Possible causes

In addition to age and family history, risk factors for AD include: longstanding high blood pressure; history of head trauma; being female; and high levels of homocysteine – a bodily chemical that contributes to chronic illnesses such as heart disease, depression and possible AD.

To reduce AD risk, all persons should be encouraged to engage in activity which stimulates mental activity in all stages of their lives.

Applied nutrition

Supplement Benefit Suggested Dosage
Protein Basic building block and necessary party of living cells in the body. Produces collagen and promotes skin repair, smoothing and softness. 1 scoop, 2x daily
Co-enzyme Q10 Increase oxygenation of cells and increase generation of cellular energy 2 tabs, 2x daily
Iron + folic acid Aids controlling homocysteine levels 1 tab, 2x daily
Calcium + magnesium Sustains nerve integrity, calms the nerves. 2 tabs, 3x daily
Lecithin + vitamin E Needed to improve memory. Deficiencies of antioxidants expose the brain to oxidative damage. Helps to transport oxygen to the brain cells and protects them from free radical damage. 2 tabs, 2x daily
Multivitamin + minerals + phytonutrients Provides general nutritional supplementation. As indicated on packaging
B Complex Important for proper brain function and digestion. Deficiency can cause depression and mental difficulties in people with AD 2 tabs, 2x daily
Omega 3 These are the brain’s cellular building blocks 1 tab, 2x daily
Ginkgo biloba + ginseng Assists brain function and concentration. Builds memory. 2 tabs, 2x daily

Take honeybee products (honey, propolis) and increased intake of fruits and vegetables.