Posted by Oddzilla on June 13, 2000, at 14:53:21
In reply to Re: claire - alternative views, posted by KarenB on June 13, 2000, at 13:49:28
I'm reading a new book from the library-Your Miracle Brain by Jean Carper. It's about using food and supplements to make the brain function better. It's pretty mainstream and quotes a lot of research studies. A quote from the jacket:
Myth: You are born with a genetically determined brain of fixed size and potential, and there is nothing you can do to change it.
Reality: Your brain is a growing, changing organ and you can greatly improve the very structure, wiring, and functioning of your brain cells by what you eat and the supplements you take.
It isn't specifically for people with depression but I found it very encouraging.
I agree with the people who will try anything that helps. I sometimes wonder how much damage the medications were doing to my brain in addition to what was all ready there waiting to be corrected. I want to try to give my brain some general support in gratitude for all the adventures it's taken me on;). I know it's not easy to start some new diet and health program when you all ready feel bad (I had quit taking vitamins because I was just too tired to swallow them).Anyway I thought some of you might be interested. O.
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