Health Discussion en http://backend.userland.com/rss /view_topic.php?pid=534#534 534@ Topic: 5-htp Message: 5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) being an amino acid is essentially a protein. The Human body is capable of making 5-HTP from tryptophan which is also an essential amino acid. This 5-HTP is then converted into an important chemical of the brain (neurotransmitter) known as Serotonin. Lower levels of Serotonin may lead to the following symptoms.• Lack of sleep• Anxiety• Depression• Aggressive behavior• Fever• Muscular aches and pains• OthersTryptophan and 5-HTP dietary nutritional supplements may have good effect on sleep, behavior, mood, appetite disturbances, sexual behavior, pain sensation, temperature, etc. Fri, 14 Mar 2008 03:46:46 -0400 /view_topic.php?pid=529#529 529@ Topic: Pregnant with Sucidal thoughts...reason unknown Message: Hey, I have got an article (check blow link) that might help you to understand and cope at this situation and sadness thoughts. Try to be steady and self control. Have a good day.http://www.ndri.com/news/depression_mania_suicidal_tendencies_during_pregnancy-423.html Thu, 21 Feb 2008 18:29:16 -0500 /view_topic.php?pid=524#524 524@ Topic: Feeling really bad Message: The past month or so i have been dealling with a mild depression that i could cope with. Then about 5 days ago one of my best friends did something that really got me mad at her. Ever since then my depression got really bad and i am angry 24/7. I got really angry once and punched my leg really hard and almost broke it. Ive had thoughts of suicide. I just want to talk with my friend but she has been ignoring me because i sort of flipped out when i was with her last time and started punching everything in site (besides her, i would never hit a girl). I feel really bad, i talked to my best friend about it and he told me to do exercise, thats helped the depression and anger temporaraly but they woulnt go away for good. Sometimes i dont have the emotion of anger but the adrinaline is allways pumping. By the way im a 16 year old male if that helps. I also dont drink,smoke, or do any drugs. Wed, 06 Feb 2008 22:51:30 -0500 /view_topic.php?pid=514#514 514@ Topic: Pregnant with Sucidal thoughts...reason unknown Message: Hi. I think you are probably experiencing a weird hormonal thing... it just takes you over during and after pregnancy. I have a son so I've been there... but you should talk to your doctor as a preventive measure, and watch for postpartum depression after the baby comes. My son is 16 and has a chronic illness, so I am having a hard time with depression myself. Since I am already showing a few signs of menopause, I think I too am suffering from hormonal imbalance of some sort, which can huge mood swings. I think about suicide often but cannot even consider it because my son needs me. This is the power of maternal love, and once that kicks in, you will be happier. My worst days with my son are better than my best days without him. So hang in there and cry if you need to. You aren't alone. Thu, 31 Jan 2008 06:04:45 -0500 /view_topic.php?pid=502#502 502@ Topic: Pregnant with Sucidal thoughts...reason unknown Message: I have been pregnant for 5 months now and i am trying to find someone who has suicidal thoughts too or really bad depression or anxiety or something. i just want someone to talk to that understands what im going through. So anyone and everyone im open to talkthanks Fri, 18 Jan 2008 19:26:55 -0500 /view_topic.php?pid=496#496 496@ Topic: I'm a bit lost about what I have been diagnosed with. Help? Message: these tremors that you are having sound very familiar, i got something similar when my doctor prescribed Cipramil(20mg)for me, but i don't take this med anymore and no longer get tremors. other chemicals seem to increase this effect such as caffeine in coffee or black tea. stress from a job (at least for me) is a sure fire way of inducing a depressive episode it can completely overwhelm you making you feel as though you are drowning and just can't get a handle on your own life or emotions and if this is the stimulus it would certainly explain why the depressive episode is lasting so long. for me it will usually last as long as i am in contact with whatever triggered it. this is one of the reasons why i change jobs as frequently as i often do.i hope this information helps. if you have a doctor giving you medication this person also is supposed to engage you in psychotherapy to help you put things in perspective. i find a diary often helps to record those fleeting thoughts and you can ask your doctor exactly how you can use this as a part of your therapy.Angele Fri, 28 Dec 2007 09:32:17 -0500 /view_topic.php?pid=495#495 495@ Topic: Depression and loneliness Message: I feel the same way you do. I have friends, but they aren't really friends. Because of my attitude, along with depression, anxiety attacks, and the fact that I am diagnosed with Bipolar disorder, it makes life very tough. Hang in there. Life DOES get better.. its just a matter of holding on, and getting through the rough times.Try just not worrying about the fact you are depressed, and be yourself around others. This I have learned is the best method of making friends, or possibly finding that certain someone. Its important to talk about your problems with only those who understand, like us for example... that way you don't tend to be "too open" about whats really going on. Communication is the key. You will feel much better when people are involved. Trust me. :) Sun, 23 Dec 2007 13:26:15 -0500 /view_topic.php?pid=494#494 494@ Topic: I'm a bit lost about what I have been diagnosed with. Help? Message: Well, to introduce myself. My name is David, I just turned twenty two on December 9th. Went to Vegas and had a pretty good time. Anyways.About a year ago, I was diagnosed with Bipolar disorder. Its a common disorder that is talked about on the news quite often, so you more than likely know what I am talking about. Well, lately I have been having some weird.. I really don't know how to explain it, but I will do my best.I get shakes.. almost as if I am cold, like the shivers.. but the thing is, I am not cold. I do not have any goosebumps like you typically would if you were cold and shivered. In fact, I feel warm when this happens. Most warm than usual. In fact, just a second ago I just had another shake. I don't think this is a sign of an upcoming seizure. Maybe I'm just being paranoid. I just feel like something is wrong with me, and I can't quite put my finger on it.. So I come to professionals in a time of need.I've been having the depressive phase of my bipolar for over a month now. Hell, it could be five months or more for all I know. My dog that we had in our family passed away about three months ago. She was 14 in human years.. so that put me down a lot, and on top of that... not even two weeks later, my girlfriend broke up with me after being together for a year and a half. Not a long time I admit, but long enough for feelings to develop... but thats another story.I guess what I'm trying to get at after typing all of this out, is that I have no clue to what exactly is going on with me. Maybe I'm not bipolar? How would he know? He just asked me questions, and made me take a written test. Then bam, I'm diagnosed bipolar.I pull long hours at work, and I get very little sleep. Average 5 hours a day. Its hard pulling 14 hours a night five days a week, and only have 10 hours off duty before they call me back in. Seriously, its been hell. The stress alone from my job is enough to seriously make me rethink my actions at picking a job like this. I miss my social life, I miss my friends, I miss a lot of things. I don't know where I'm going.I've been taking Risperdone, or Risperdal (1mg). I am prescribed Adderal XR 20mg, due to my low ability to pay attention to anything. Seriously, when I go into my own world... I go deep. I'd honestly say that my body is here, but my mind is in a totally different place. I really can't turn my brain off. I think way too much, and way to fast. I also speak very quick, and some people cannot keep up. Including my parents.I'm just trying to give you guys a little info about myself to give you a better view on the situation. I hope maybe at least one of you might lead me into the right direction on what exactly it is that I have. I really don't think I'm bipolar. Sun, 23 Dec 2007 04:12:20 -0500 /view_topic.php?pid=481#481 481@ Topic: 5-htp Message: Although the role of 5htp is important for various types of function within our body; still its supplement safety and benefit not recognized by major health authority. Someone may get idea to follow under the article (below link):    [url=http://www.ndri.com/news/role_of_5htp_is_it_safe_as_supplement-386.html]5htp benefits and safety[/url] Wed, 28 Nov 2007 19:06:27 -0500 /view_topic.php?pid=462#462 462@ Topic: eleuthero Message: Eleuthero is known for its beneficial effects on physical and emotional discomfort, it is also beneficial in showing its positive effects against the harmful effects of discomfort and stress. It is also known as adaptogen, which gives its beneficial effects against trauma, fearfulness, abnormal apprehension, worry and bodily fatigue. Sat, 20 Oct 2007 02:13:51 -0400 /view_topic.php?pid=452#452 452@ Topic: I'm leaving you because you know me?! Message: My husband is depressed, I think. He has withdrawn emotionally from me. We have been married for 19 years. During that time he has had problems with depression. Now he wants to leave because he doesn't like the man he is and he doesn't want to be the man I think he is. Jeez! Since we've been married he's lied to me, had an affair (flew to the Ukraine to meet some Ukraine women he met online), we've moved to a far north state, I agreed to move because he promised if I didn't like we could return home (I don't like it and he won't move)...the list goes on. (it's evident that this isn't a good relationship but....The problem? he's choosing our son's senior year to move out. I've asked him to stay until he graduates. He will for now, but there can be no conflict between us or he's gone (his words). I don't know if I can do it!  I love my son and want to keep our family together but I am not doing well with the "new "arrangement...a emotionless marriage.What would you do? Sun, 30 Sep 2007 19:41:56 -0400 /view_topic.php?pid=439#439 439@ Topic: 5-htp Message: 5-hydroxy-tryptophan (5-HTP) is a compound created in the body which is used to regulate serotonin levels in brain and central nervous system. 5-HTP be administered with a peripheral decarboxylase inhibitor (PDI) such as carbidopa in order to prevent 5-HTP's metabolism in the liver, which can lead to elevated levels of serotonin in the bloodstream. Research shows that co-administration with carbidopa greatly increases plasma 5-HTP levels. However, several studies have reported that 5-HTP is effective even without a PDI. Other studies have indicated the risk of a scleroderma-like condition resulting from the combination of 5-HTP and carbidopa. When 5-HTP was combined with the prescription antidepressant, Anafranil, the most positive results were obtained.5-HTP, which is found in infinitesimal amounts in certain foods like turkey and cheese, is often sold as therapeutic supplement. In this case, it is usually sourced from the seeds of Griffonia simplicifolia.Dose of 100mg of 5-HTP  taken three times a day for an extended period of time showed a 50 % improvement in depressed patients. There are reports that indicate 50 mg of 5-HTP taken for six weeks has the ability to lower blood pressure especially when on a high carbohydrate. Mon, 17 Sep 2007 02:53:50 -0400 /view_topic.php?pid=368#368 368@ Topic: Is my Husband Depressed or is it just that he hates me? Message: I think you should change your way of thinking. I meant just try to understand him in different direction. He is nice, charismatic, sweet, flirty, fun whatever you mentioned . That’s mean he has some good ability, manner as well. Try to use this behavior (positive attitude). Your sister might be already biased by you. It’s so natural. Sometime go out for long tours wherever have public gathering, party. Treat him as a normal positive way with love, patience... Within few days everything will be ok. At least you got a good fiancée who can handle nicely with all others why not you???? Mon, 11 Jun 2007 17:46:00 -0400 /view_topic.php?pid=363#363 363@ Topic: Is my Husband Depressed or is it just that he hates me? Message: Well thanks for the reply. It's nice to know it's not me. Have you got any suggestions on what he should do or I should do. I hate to see him like this and I don't think I can live with a person like this if this is the real him, nobody should have to. You only live once, but I love him I'm willing to try anything before I would pack up and leave. Mon, 04 Jun 2007 18:24:28 -0400 /view_topic.php?pid=362#362 362@ Topic: Is my Husband Depressed or is it just that he hates me? Message: He's definitely depressed, and I doubt he's really mad at you at all. The way that you described him though... kind of reminded me of myself. Fri, 01 Jun 2007 22:50:29 -0400