Buy yourself a King James Bible and read it. Accept Jesus Christ as your personal Savior and get an eternal life in the kingdom of God. If you need help with how to go about this, message me. God will give you peace of mind - a valuable commodity in this troubled world. God bless you.
Great advice from you and MilitaryJustice! I'll only add:
Go outside and get some sunlight. It may feel weird at first, but do it in small amounts and find a place you enjoy it. Do you enjoy outdoors in the woods, the mountains, the city park, your backyard, your porch, the lake, quiet pond? Find that spot and go there.
Create something. It doesn't need to be huge. Put a useful thing somewhere that didn't exist before the work of your own hands. We create to honor our Creator. "With God's help, this I have done." Get/Make a bat box or bird house and nail it to a tree, and you'll have made a home for something. Rip up some roots and foliage and toss some food plot seed and fertilizer down in the woods, and you'll be feeding deer and turkeys that need help.
Great post - all fight inflammation, and inflammation in the brain is cited as one likely common cause of anxiety, insomnia, all those brain chem type situations.
Well, we do if we get caught up in it. But clarity to others: there's a "peace that passes all understanding" that we have access to that is more than personal discipline. Pray the Lord's prayer, cast all your concerns to Him, be frank and open about how you're feeling in prayer, and ask for help. The Holy Spirit (a personal in-dwelling part of God) comforts you, and guardian Angels help protect you and minister to you. Read the Bible. I like the Psalms.
I believe the answer is more complex that that. There are emotional, physiological and spiritual components to anxiety. Yes, spiritual disciplines are critical, but that doesn't negate the need to take care of your body and to understand your emotional response and how to manage it.
I know that most people who say, "Read your Bible" are doing so with good intent, but I think a lot of folks use that as a complete answer. I do not believe it is. The Bible deals with physical health and emotional health, so in the very least - it should be to read the Word and learn to apply the whole message to your life. This will affect prayer, worship, fellowship, treating the body as a temple unto the Lord (exercise and nutrition), understanding the purpose and meaning of dietary laws, etc.
"Read the Bible" as a complete answer fails on its face.
There's natural / normal anxiety... Like going into battle, test anxiety, jitters before a wedding or a martial arts competition, anxiety about a late payment, etc.
Then there is unnatural / abnormal anxiety - like phobias of non-dangerous things, having a panic attack because someone honked at you in traffic, or being anxious for no reason when everything is going well.
The first is just normal human reaction.
The second is a condition. You can debate all day about whether it's diet, mental, neurological, spiritual, whatever. The thing is it's not normal, and different things work for different people. Some use medication, others use prayer, still others use meditation. Many self-medicate. Now, there's nothing inherently wrong with self medicating. That is natural and normal. Just don't self-medicate to the point you harm your body, mind, or soul.
A drink to take the edge off? Sure. Guzzling gallons of whiskey a week to function? Bad idea. Prayer to ease your troubled mind? Great! Praying so much you neglect your family, job, and body? Probably bad.
The funny thing is I'm a bit of a germaphobe... but there was something not right about this whole covid non-sense from the start.
I wash my hands so much my skin dries out and my nails crack, but I know masks don't work and I don't trust a vaccine they won't let people ask questions about.
I think the best protection against covid is the same as for flu, common cold, and other infectious bugs:
Stay healthy, eat well, get decent sleep, wash hands, don't share utensils. And don't be dumb, don't kiss someone with snot running out of their nose all over their face, don't lick doorknobs or toilet seats, don't pick up rotting bird carcasses... You know... Basics.
Yes, we should all keep ourselves spiritually focused on the things to come but sometimes we neglect the physical flesh, with the resulting imbalance distracting our spirit. (satan is HARD at work perverting our God given nourishment, just for this reason.) But who is to say that this very thread wasn't sent to someone, or all, by God, so that they may see a physical remedy to offset the work of the evil one? Remember, the LORD wants you to be like a little child, happy and without care. He is always there to take the burdens from you.
SAMe, S-adenosyl methionine, 400 mg per day, enteric coated is a specific treatment for the "impending doom" syndrome.
Have been taking this supplement for about 25 years and have relieved the terrors of some of my dear friends who have begun taking it.
SAMe is present in every cell in the body but as we age we produce less and less of it naturally. It is essential and too little SAMe leads to this feeling that everything is wrong and threatening.
Available OTC in every health food store and from Amazon. Pretty cheap too.
SAMe is a cosubstrate involved in several anabolic reactions and synthesis throughout the body. Because of this, it can be used for a variety of conditions. But, it should be used with caution because there are unintended consequences with its use - an overload of serotonin is serious. There are also contraindications with certain medications. I think it works best for conditions such as arthritis and depression - but only in the short term. The gaba pathway is a different animal altogether. The main activation for the inhibitory receptor is the neurotransmitter GABA - but drugs like benzodiazepines are designed to activate these receptors these receptors as well.
You seem very educated. This isn’t something I’d like to share but it’s got to the point of no return. I was prescribed kpins for 2 years when I worked in Boston. (I know liberal city) I moved back to my home state and only had what I left the state of Mass. with. Thinking I could always call or video call and get a new prescription. Problem is, she said she needs to have me in her office to prescribe me more. This terrifies me. I know benzo wd can kill people. I been prolonging what I had for the longest time. I’m tired of being scared. It’s so hard because I work so much but I been trying to find a doctor who will hopefully understand my situation. A lot of people think, work out or run or, think of the ocean and you’ll feel better. I believe it works but not for people who have been prescribed it for years. Im afraid of death. This is the first post I’m ever actually talking about it. I don’t have new insurance in this state yet, but I do plan on getting it soon. I was hoping to find something otc that could replicate kpins and enter my gaba receptors because I always had anxiety even growing up as a kid. People mistook me for being nervous when in reality, it was more of a panic, super anxiety. Which only progressed with the help of GNC… I’m just trying to look for answers. Anything helps.
The thing that helps with anxiety isn't reading the bible, its giving away your need for control and your fear to a higher power.
Have you done what you should do today? If you have done what you should do, the rest can be given to a higher power, and you should have faith that things will be ok.
Disconnect. Move to the country, grow a garden, go fishing hunting. Spend time really alone. Enjoy those little peaceful moments and realize all this bullshit doesn’t really matter in that moment.
Yep, checking out works the best. I learned that keeping up to date on everything didn't change anything about my life and just made me angry. The deep state are still going to be faggots next week when you come back.
You don't even have to move. You can grow things in pots, get out to parks, go running or biking. Go for a road-trip if you can afford the gas. Get a new hobby and dive into it. Make something. Paint something. Sew something. Knit something. Get deep into a single-player video game that's relaxing. We're not made to take all these cares of the whole world on our shoulders. Best of all, get saved.
This. My anxiety is a social anxiety, now that I'm rural, living amongst mostly like-minded people I feel a huge weight lifted. Some people meditate, others pray... I go fishing.
I struggled with anxiety after my mother died and I had a job that didn’t allow me to take medication. I had a weird buzzing energy in my abdomen that prevented me from getting a good nights sleep. Here is how I conquered it -
Excercise- Mininum 30 minute jog everyday at a good pace.
Meditation- Minimum 20 minutes every day
Supplements - Valerian root, lithium, melatonin and dopa bean.
Diet- no processed food and sugar. Stopped caffeine as well. No alcohol.
Emotional- I tried to have a good cry everyday to vent my emotions. I stayed away from TV/news and connected with nature. I did research to understand the grieving process. I stayed away from toxic people and guarded my alone time with a vengeance.
The anxiety waned immediately but would creep back if I didn’t adhere to my regimen. I was cured in 30 days but continued this regimen to a lesser degree for about 6 months.
I want to add that you are definitely going through a grieving process and you probably don’t even know it. I recognize right now that I am grieving a stolen election, a threat of losing the country that I love, lost friendships over politics, I miss Trump terribly, the threat of an unknown future, the questioning of how to prepare concerning finances, safety and the corresponding decisions with all of the unknowns.
I want to add that you are definitely going through a grieving process and you probably don’t even know it. I recognize right now that I am grieving a stolen election, a threat of losing the country that I love, lost friendships over politics, I miss Trump terribly, the threat of an unknown future, the questioning of how to prepare concerning finances, safety and the corresponding decisions with all of the unknowns.
Agreed. Hang in there friend. (and friends) We'll all get through this. Stay vigilant and Pray. Also remember that this place, and basically any place that talks about current events, and related stuff, amps up those feelings of anger, frustration, despair, etc. Taking a week off as a soul-fast could help. Do something fun and escapist. Binge-watch something funny. Read some really fun books, or audiobooks, play video games offline, etc.
I believe when you cut out all forms of Sugar, it will feel like you’re going through withdrawal, but eventually and very soon you gain a type of ‘clarity’ you’ve never had before…
This allows you to really feel your emotions, to connect your soul, mind and body into one. It can be intense, but it’s genuine. Once you form that foundation, you can now rebuild on top of that stronger foundation…
Keep going, and going.
Look forward to the unknown, as that is where you are truly FREE to design your own future.
agree completely about sugar...suggest using raw unfiltered honey at bedtime...also, as others here have suggested, turmeric capsules, and i will add cinnamon capsules, maybe ginger capsules, all readily avail at most stores...prayers for healing mind and body...oh yeah, and add magnesium, as others have suggested...
Why is this stickied? Because there's every reason to feel panic, or at least trepidation, right now. Thanks to our contributor frogs for all the good advice and resources in thread.
Thank you. Been dealing with anxiety for awhile now and it’s a lot more than closing my eyes and thinking about laying on a beach. Panic attacks that lead to hospitalizations are not fun. I’m not weak and I used to think, anyone with anxiety was simply weak minded but I was completely wrong. Anxiety is nothing to play around with.
Me too. I have a bad temper. Not with people, but inanimate objects. I get mad, throw things, yell, swear, etc. Then once I calm down I feel like a total asshole. I've chatted with other folks that say the same thing. I just don't know what to do about it.
It happens Fren. I found it’s strain related. Try some edible CBD and then try the anxiety heavy strain. The CBD balances it out. Or just change strains to something that works for you. I had a strain once that no matter the dose it was immediate anxiety. I thought my body had changed & was revolting against me? I found some info on Leafly and it’s fixable as I mentioned above.
I am not a big drinker. Maybe a couple of times a week or if I am out with friends. But if I am really feeling anxious, I will just take a straight shot of good whiskey. Almost immediately, I feel it calm me. I don't do it often- maybe once every couple of months, for a myriad of obvious reasons. I kind of view it like allergy medication - you save the benadryl for when things get really bad. Take it every day and it loses its effectiveness.
Find some time to meditate and some time to pray. Meditation is better alone and praying in Communion with other souls who don’t even need to be physically present, just simultaneous.🙏🏻
I saw many people giving testimonies of how their anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, and depression reversed after 6 months of doing a specific yoga practice that rewires you. It is called "Inner Engineering" and "Shambavi". My son's severe ADHD was greatly improved after 3 months. My family could hardly believe it.
Sadhguru began this organization in the US when he discovered how improperly yoga was being practiced here. The specifics matter, like the way the toes touch, the finger positions, eyes closed, not talking or being talked to during the practice, etc...because it is all about energy circuits being completed properly. Once you learn how to do it, you just practice at home by yourself...hopefully before any family gets out of bed. It is just stretches, holding poses against gravity, and breathing exercises. There are some "ohms", but that is science, too.. related to control of breath and reverberation of the vegas nerve.
We are Christians. This practice is a very specific practice, not religious. If it was about the Hindu belief, I wouldn't have participated.
This practice is like turning the satelite towards the signal, when it has been aimed the wrong way for years. Or, it is like straightening the 4 skewed tires of your car, when they have been pointing crazy directions for years. It feels like you took a shower on the inside of your body. It results is an alert responsiveness and helpfulness to those around you and an ability to stay present in your heart, rather than trapped in your thoughts of judgment, regret, fear, or in your compulsions.
My roommates when I was there were the head of Purdue's psychology department and a naturopath doctor. There was also a brain surgeon student at this weekend-long class. To me, these are just exercises that work, based on science. I personally have worked in physical therapy for years and have a few years of engineering school, too. So, I understood..for example... that the posture of putting my palms together with my thumbs in my solar plexus is a completed energy circuit, not a hindu way of praying.
I am definitely a Christian, and I am a physical therapist. Yoga just seems like exercises to me, with a little more in-depth, knowledgable use of energy circuits. Our bodies rely on nerves and energy flow, of course.
I would never want anything to do with the hindu religion. There were hindus in attendenance, too, though. But, religion was avoided as we learned the postures and movements. If it wasn't, I would have left, for sure.
Find moments of pure serenity in your day. For me, it was a change of habit: I wake well before dawn, and watch the sunrise in stillness. During this time, my only focus is the beauty of the emerging day. When it is over, and I must begin my day, its as if I have put on the Armor of God, for nothing evil, sad, depressing can penetrate me or derail me.
My friend get your Magnesium levels maximized. Take multiple forms along with daily epson salt foot baths. When muscles contract they utilize calcium as the fuel. In order to relax muscles Magnesium is used. Also try listening to mitolife radio podcasts' most recent guest on copper. A little copper goes along way. They have been poisoning us with non bioavailable "enriched" flour. This iron tanks our natural copper stores wrecking our bodies ability to harness and direct the bioelectricity necessary for optimum health. The other form of subtle poisoning next in the cabals scheme is "vegetable" and omega 3 oils. Without vitamin e or tocopherol the liver gets overwhelmed by this sludge and cannot properly clean the blood. Clean the liver, get that baby rocking, and your back in business. Also zeo-lite and copper help your body rid itself of toxins such as metal poisoning from metals such as lead, mercury, nonbioavailable form of iron, and many others. Try to drink living water such as from a spring. Just like breathing air robbed of electrons from air conditioning stale dead water from bottles does no good. The plastics can also act as a estrogen mimick within the body disrupting the endocrine system. 12 or so Air squats a few times a day can help pump your endocrine fluid through the body. And the most important tool in bringing your body back into its rest phase is breath work. Start with simple wim Hoff exercises found anywhere. At first it will be overwhelming as your body is metabolizing that trapped energy. Somatic trauma exercises can also help in dealing with stored trauma. God bless and God speed I hope this helps.
This right here is a very good response. I want to speak with OP one on one to give him a more in depth response after dealing with this for so long. Magnesium glycerate, magnesium Theronate, l-theanine, lemon balm, kava kava, ashgwanda, and many many more. Theronate passes the blood brain barrier which may be something to look into. Also, make sure you’re taking d3 if you Havnt been getting enough sun and I have much more advice if I can get in touch with you one on one some how.
If you are not already doing so,you could try the Dr Zelenko prophylaxis protocol.
Quercetin is a mood stabiliser and the Vit D3 and Vit C also can help to deal with
stress.
It may not help,but that treatment won't do any harm and you will be healthier.
Indeed. Quercetin appears to have an effect on reducing inflammation that is really noteworthy, so brain inflammation, joint inflammation, stomach/GI upset, heart inflammation, etc. That docs do not recommend these known studied safe aids is the crime of our age.
For racing thoughts “stop that thought”. Literally say/think this to yourself. Anxiety is a form of hyper imagination - where people who are intelligent naturally predict outcomes - and end up predicting negative outcomes. You could pick any phrase, but this one works well. You break up the mind’s obsession with the issues you are dealing with. You are naturally trying to fix/predict/deal with life but it goes a bit too far and overloads. It’s like hitting a reset button.
The other suggestion is exercise - which you are already doing - and from now and then meditating. Just find a quiet place, sit in a chair, close your eyes, and focus on a white spot/sphere 3 inches in front of your nose or forehead. Count your breaths. Count to 121 in segments of 11. If you can do that for 5 minutes straight you will calm down.
And then yes- reading the Bible. Download onto your phone. Read in small doses. Read a psalm, read one parable of the gospels. Amazing wisdom and it can calm you as well.
So. We are in the same boat. On top of this I've also lost love ones that left a gigantic whole in my heart. The panic attacks are crippling. Like everyone else I recommend prayer. It's the only thing that eases my heart.
Also, If your diet is out of whack that doesn't help. Plenty of multi B vitamins etc..
My observation is that the psychological/spiritual development of potheads (daily users) is arrested. My observation is potheads in general consider themselves enlightened while being paranoid and complacent. Yet most can't see that.
I’ve tried weed at various times and it always makes anxiety worse. There are some people with a paradoxical reaction to certain meds and chemicals. So you get the opposite of what is expected. Anxiety meds, thc, NyQuil, Benedryl and others absolutely do this to some people. If I took some NyQuil, I’d be up all night. Unfortunately learned from experience. Maybe you have that. It’s a small % of the population (I’ve been told 1-5% and maybe even as high as 10%) but it’s still something to consider.
And some people are allergic to peanuts, while the rest of the world enjoys the health benefits of them. If hate and shame cure cancer, I'd deal with the hate and shame, no? Already basically proven that pot is a miracle substance. What it can do for seizures alone is amazing.
Nicely said. When people first know me they think I am a Jesus freak. I am. Then when I let them really know me they think I am a hippie cannabis using Jesus Freak! I am. It hurts to read people assuming “pot heads” can’t be smart or spiritual or God doesn’t love them as much. God made cannabis. To be honest you wouldn’t think I use the herb people rarely do but I do. I’m a sleeper cannabis enthusiast.
I recently started smoking weed to help with chronic pain issues. For me, weed calms me down and I can sleep. I am not one of those "smoke weed and let's go party" people lol. I definitely want to be comfy and quiet.
I've struggled with anxiety and panic attacks for a couple years now. I never used to have them which made me suspicious. Eventually I discovered that there is actually an external cause for it. Electromagnetic frequencies. I know that makes me sound like a quack but I was able to prove it by purchasing an EMF reader. I found that when I was exposed to higher than normal amounts of EMF, my anxiety went up right along with it.
Unfortunately there isn't much that stops EMF. I've tried living in 3 different places and no matter where I am, there's always EMF to deal with. One thing I've found that really helps is music. Loud music seems to kind of counter balance the effect the EMF has on me.
The other thing that helps a lot (and this may not be for you) is smoking weed.
Regardless, I wish you all the best. Anxiety sucks.
Get your vitamin D levels up to 50ng/ml. Huge benefits to your mental and physical well being. Lots of depressed/anxious/fatigued people report huge improvements.
It can take some months to get up to those levels, but absolutely worth it.
Red Light/non-Infrared light therapy is helping me, a lot. With everything. My skin looks great (radiant!), healing my muscle pain, healing a scar and shoulder surgery, and my mood definitely improves. There are over 4000 published peer-reviewed studies showing its effectiveness. I use it for 20 minutes 3x/week. I also avoid msg and neurotoxins, don't drink sodas/ alcohol, limit my sugar intake, and exercise by walking and stretching. Praying also helps me (meditation also). Good luck to you, I hope you find some relief! PS, everyone I know that is awake is having anxiety. We are in touch with what is going on and the energies we are picking up are THEIR panic, not ours. I rest in that.
I burned that book in my woodstove because eckhart tolle is a occultist. I read as much of the power of now I could before my spirit told me to put that shit down. He is a new agey self proclaimed guru. I am not attempting to put you down. But don’t be deceived by that guy. Consider it a friendly warning.
For me specifically music and chamomile helped override overwhelming emotions. As well as patience, room for mistakes, and the promise to protect myself kindly. And prayer for God’s peace and relying on His strength and comfort to do what I needed to do.
Your gut is connected to your mental health. Sensitive stomaches and anxiety are connected. When I focused on getting more probiotics into my diet and less processed foods I think that also helped.
I hate sugar (cancer survivor), BUT…when your glucose gets low it can trigger anxiety. As a former drinker I can attest this works; carry some hard candy with you & when you feel the anxiety coming-on enjoy some sugar. Your body (especially first few months of abstinence) craves the sugars the alcohol once converted to & provided. Also try William Hoff breathing therapy. It’s really great & stops my anxieties in seconds but the sugar is KEY. Edit; ANY sugar will work.
I have problems with speaking in front of groups, if I know I have to, I bang down a couple of 5HTP capsules or a few Diphenhydramine (anti histamine), or both. This works a charm for a few hours.
After a while the anxiety just stops happening as you have more and more good experiences in your trigger situation.
By the way, check if those drugs are compatible with existing medication. I know 5HTP is BAD if you take antidepressants.
Specifically, 5HTP is a precursor to serotonin, and serotonin is usually increased with many (but not all) antidepressant medications. Taking them together can risk something called serotonin syndrome, which is agonizing and potentially deadly. It’s usually at higher doses when this occurs, but it’s a risk worth knowing about.
I'm not going to tell you to read the Bible, I'm not going to tell you to think positive thoughts. Controversial, I know, but hear me out:
-Take your vitamins. I take the ones in the Zelenko Z Stack. https://files.catbox.moe/jhkpwt.jpg when Im feeling sick and the Evolution Vitamode Multivitamin when Im being lazy.
-Drink electrolytes. I drink the Redmond Relyte.
-Stay hydrated. Find the amount of daily water intake you need and meet it.
-Get sun. Even if you live in a cloudy area. Go out on sunny days and walk.
-Chill out on the caffeine or anything that's going to spike your blood sugar.
-Do something mellow. Like listen to classical music (Mozart, Bach, Vivaldi, etc.) or some smooth jazz or chill house.
-Avoid stressful people. You dont want to be recovering and be around some crazy person whos intentionally trying to raise your blood pressure, like Joe Biden.
Once all that is done, then come back to your positive thoughts and your Bible reading. It's going to feel different, and you're going to approach it with a clear head.
I had to go the nutrition route. I try to refrain from putting anything processed in my body. Definitely had to stop the caffeine. I drink decaf now but even that will spark it.
Can’t take credit for this. Another anon posted awhile back. I will also add Lugol’s iodine supplemented with selenium and magnesium work very well for a multitude of problems. Good luck fren
Treatment for depression
Vitamin D deficiency. D is absolutely essential for proper brain function, along with almost every other metabolic function in the body. Most clinicians are ill-equipped to monitor D and often recommend levels that are far too low to be helpful - so just a head's up. Blood levels need to be at least 80 ng/ml. The only real caveat is in the case of renal impairment where levels of everything need to be very closely monitored. Most clinicians are happy with 30 ng/ml but that is far too low for someone with ongoing health challenges.
Good quality fish oil is also critical for brain function. However, it must be good fish oil and not made from farm raised fish which are often loaded with toxins. In addition it needs to be cold processed with no solvents. Nordic and Carlson are two brands I am familiar with. But I am sure there are others so do your homework. The brain needs fat to function. The old adage about fish being brain food is no joke. So, if someone calls you a fat head, they are actually paying you a complement.
Buy yourself a King James Bible and read it. Accept Jesus Christ as your personal Savior and get an eternal life in the kingdom of God. If you need help with how to go about this, message me. God will give you peace of mind - a valuable commodity in this troubled world. God bless you.
Great advice from you and MilitaryJustice! I'll only add:
Go outside and get some sunlight. It may feel weird at first, but do it in small amounts and find a place you enjoy it. Do you enjoy outdoors in the woods, the mountains, the city park, your backyard, your porch, the lake, quiet pond? Find that spot and go there.
Create something. It doesn't need to be huge. Put a useful thing somewhere that didn't exist before the work of your own hands. We create to honor our Creator. "With God's help, this I have done." Get/Make a bat box or bird house and nail it to a tree, and you'll have made a home for something. Rip up some roots and foliage and toss some food plot seed and fertilizer down in the woods, and you'll be feeding deer and turkeys that need help.
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/6-foods-that-reduce-anxiety#TOC_TITLE_HDR_3
Eating salmon, fish
Chamomile tea helps. It also cures your eyes if you have pink eye etc.
Tumeric has a ton of healing properties. Blood thinner and inflammation as well.
Great post - all fight inflammation, and inflammation in the brain is cited as one likely common cause of anxiety, insomnia, all those brain chem type situations.
Magnesium here as well.
Thats because it is. It’s not normal to have worry, anxiety, fear etc etc
A son of God doesn’t get affected by the physical world
Well, we do if we get caught up in it. But clarity to others: there's a "peace that passes all understanding" that we have access to that is more than personal discipline. Pray the Lord's prayer, cast all your concerns to Him, be frank and open about how you're feeling in prayer, and ask for help. The Holy Spirit (a personal in-dwelling part of God) comforts you, and guardian Angels help protect you and minister to you. Read the Bible. I like the Psalms.
I like the Psalms.
That's where I'm at now, one chapter of Proverbs and one chapter of Psalms every morning. So refreshing to my soul.
Ah I'm doing the same thing and love it!!
I believe the answer is more complex that that. There are emotional, physiological and spiritual components to anxiety. Yes, spiritual disciplines are critical, but that doesn't negate the need to take care of your body and to understand your emotional response and how to manage it.
I know that most people who say, "Read your Bible" are doing so with good intent, but I think a lot of folks use that as a complete answer. I do not believe it is. The Bible deals with physical health and emotional health, so in the very least - it should be to read the Word and learn to apply the whole message to your life. This will affect prayer, worship, fellowship, treating the body as a temple unto the Lord (exercise and nutrition), understanding the purpose and meaning of dietary laws, etc.
"Read the Bible" as a complete answer fails on its face.
Bible thumpers have no wisdom either. All intellect. One must forgive and be removed from our anger, that is the only true way
I disagree. When our families are threatened by evil, it’s normal to be anxious.
You're right.
There's natural / normal anxiety... Like going into battle, test anxiety, jitters before a wedding or a martial arts competition, anxiety about a late payment, etc.
Then there is unnatural / abnormal anxiety - like phobias of non-dangerous things, having a panic attack because someone honked at you in traffic, or being anxious for no reason when everything is going well.
The first is just normal human reaction.
The second is a condition. You can debate all day about whether it's diet, mental, neurological, spiritual, whatever. The thing is it's not normal, and different things work for different people. Some use medication, others use prayer, still others use meditation. Many self-medicate. Now, there's nothing inherently wrong with self medicating. That is natural and normal. Just don't self-medicate to the point you harm your body, mind, or soul.
A drink to take the edge off? Sure. Guzzling gallons of whiskey a week to function? Bad idea. Prayer to ease your troubled mind? Great! Praying so much you neglect your family, job, and body? Probably bad.
Moderation. Always key.
The funny thing is I'm a bit of a germaphobe... but there was something not right about this whole covid non-sense from the start.
I wash my hands so much my skin dries out and my nails crack, but I know masks don't work and I don't trust a vaccine they won't let people ask questions about.
I think the best protection against covid is the same as for flu, common cold, and other infectious bugs:
Stay healthy, eat well, get decent sleep, wash hands, don't share utensils. And don't be dumb, don't kiss someone with snot running out of their nose all over their face, don't lick doorknobs or toilet seats, don't pick up rotting bird carcasses... You know... Basics.
And bathe!
Jesus was threatened and he wasn’t anxious. Try again
Son of God that knew his purpose was to die for our sins… and you’re comparing us to him? Get bent idiot.
His whole purpose was to show us how to live and return to the Heavenly Father.
Keep crying and being affected by the world then if that’s working for you lol
Sure thing tough guy.
Yes, we should all keep ourselves spiritually focused on the things to come but sometimes we neglect the physical flesh, with the resulting imbalance distracting our spirit. (satan is HARD at work perverting our God given nourishment, just for this reason.) But who is to say that this very thread wasn't sent to someone, or all, by God, so that they may see a physical remedy to offset the work of the evil one? Remember, the LORD wants you to be like a little child, happy and without care. He is always there to take the burdens from you.
SAMe, S-adenosyl methionine, 400 mg per day, enteric coated is a specific treatment for the "impending doom" syndrome.
Have been taking this supplement for about 25 years and have relieved the terrors of some of my dear friends who have begun taking it.
SAMe is present in every cell in the body but as we age we produce less and less of it naturally. It is essential and too little SAMe leads to this feeling that everything is wrong and threatening.
Available OTC in every health food store and from Amazon. Pretty cheap too.
Does this pass the blood brain barrier? Also, do you know if it has an affect on either the gaba a or gaba b receptor?
SAMe is a cosubstrate involved in several anabolic reactions and synthesis throughout the body. Because of this, it can be used for a variety of conditions. But, it should be used with caution because there are unintended consequences with its use - an overload of serotonin is serious. There are also contraindications with certain medications. I think it works best for conditions such as arthritis and depression - but only in the short term. The gaba pathway is a different animal altogether. The main activation for the inhibitory receptor is the neurotransmitter GABA - but drugs like benzodiazepines are designed to activate these receptors these receptors as well.
You seem very educated. This isn’t something I’d like to share but it’s got to the point of no return. I was prescribed kpins for 2 years when I worked in Boston. (I know liberal city) I moved back to my home state and only had what I left the state of Mass. with. Thinking I could always call or video call and get a new prescription. Problem is, she said she needs to have me in her office to prescribe me more. This terrifies me. I know benzo wd can kill people. I been prolonging what I had for the longest time. I’m tired of being scared. It’s so hard because I work so much but I been trying to find a doctor who will hopefully understand my situation. A lot of people think, work out or run or, think of the ocean and you’ll feel better. I believe it works but not for people who have been prescribed it for years. Im afraid of death. This is the first post I’m ever actually talking about it. I don’t have new insurance in this state yet, but I do plan on getting it soon. I was hoping to find something otc that could replicate kpins and enter my gaba receptors because I always had anxiety even growing up as a kid. People mistook me for being nervous when in reality, it was more of a panic, super anxiety. Which only progressed with the help of GNC… I’m just trying to look for answers. Anything helps.
^^This^^ Pray to the Lord Jesus Christ to send His calming Spirit into your heart.
Done deal.
This is what cured my panic attacks.
Words of Truth.
uhm ya but what will help with actual anxiety other than the bible
The thing that helps with anxiety isn't reading the bible, its giving away your need for control and your fear to a higher power.
Have you done what you should do today? If you have done what you should do, the rest can be given to a higher power, and you should have faith that things will be ok.
Jesus Christ. One must work to become like Him. Serve others - helps to forget your own troubles, and everything else He taught. It really works.
Disconnect. Move to the country, grow a garden, go fishing hunting. Spend time really alone. Enjoy those little peaceful moments and realize all this bullshit doesn’t really matter in that moment.
Yep, checking out works the best. I learned that keeping up to date on everything didn't change anything about my life and just made me angry. The deep state are still going to be faggots next week when you come back.
Haha. Perfectly stated.
You don't even have to move. You can grow things in pots, get out to parks, go running or biking. Go for a road-trip if you can afford the gas. Get a new hobby and dive into it. Make something. Paint something. Sew something. Knit something. Get deep into a single-player video game that's relaxing. We're not made to take all these cares of the whole world on our shoulders. Best of all, get saved.
This. My anxiety is a social anxiety, now that I'm rural, living amongst mostly like-minded people I feel a huge weight lifted. Some people meditate, others pray... I go fishing.
And if that doesn't work, try a fat spliff :)
That you grew in your garden!!!
I struggled with anxiety after my mother died and I had a job that didn’t allow me to take medication. I had a weird buzzing energy in my abdomen that prevented me from getting a good nights sleep. Here is how I conquered it -
Excercise- Mininum 30 minute jog everyday at a good pace.
Meditation- Minimum 20 minutes every day
Supplements - Valerian root, lithium, melatonin and dopa bean.
Diet- no processed food and sugar. Stopped caffeine as well. No alcohol.
Emotional- I tried to have a good cry everyday to vent my emotions. I stayed away from TV/news and connected with nature. I did research to understand the grieving process. I stayed away from toxic people and guarded my alone time with a vengeance.
The anxiety waned immediately but would creep back if I didn’t adhere to my regimen. I was cured in 30 days but continued this regimen to a lesser degree for about 6 months.
I want to add that you are definitely going through a grieving process and you probably don’t even know it. I recognize right now that I am grieving a stolen election, a threat of losing the country that I love, lost friendships over politics, I miss Trump terribly, the threat of an unknown future, the questioning of how to prepare concerning finances, safety and the corresponding decisions with all of the unknowns.
Hope that helps.
100%
Good suggestions all around, also.
Agreed. Hang in there friend. (and friends) We'll all get through this. Stay vigilant and Pray. Also remember that this place, and basically any place that talks about current events, and related stuff, amps up those feelings of anger, frustration, despair, etc. Taking a week off as a soul-fast could help. Do something fun and escapist. Binge-watch something funny. Read some really fun books, or audiobooks, play video games offline, etc.
Really good advice and suggestions here.
I believe when you cut out all forms of Sugar, it will feel like you’re going through withdrawal, but eventually and very soon you gain a type of ‘clarity’ you’ve never had before…
This allows you to really feel your emotions, to connect your soul, mind and body into one. It can be intense, but it’s genuine. Once you form that foundation, you can now rebuild on top of that stronger foundation…
Keep going, and going.
Look forward to the unknown, as that is where you are truly FREE to design your own future.
agree completely about sugar...suggest using raw unfiltered honey at bedtime...also, as others here have suggested, turmeric capsules, and i will add cinnamon capsules, maybe ginger capsules, all readily avail at most stores...prayers for healing mind and body...oh yeah, and add magnesium, as others have suggested...
Why is this stickied? Because there's every reason to feel panic, or at least trepidation, right now. Thanks to our contributor frogs for all the good advice and resources in thread.
Thank you. Been dealing with anxiety for awhile now and it’s a lot more than closing my eyes and thinking about laying on a beach. Panic attacks that lead to hospitalizations are not fun. I’m not weak and I used to think, anyone with anxiety was simply weak minded but I was completely wrong. Anxiety is nothing to play around with.
Nac helps with all this
Is this so? I actually never herd of this. I have Nac myself, I’ll give it a try.
https://nootropicsexpert.com/n-acetyl-l-cysteine/
Weed, fresh air, sunshine, hard work + the 'enjoy your ride' mindset keeps me functioning. We live in interesting times.
Careful, weed can go both ways for anxiety.
I've recently learned that the ratio of CBD to THC directly affects that. CBD balances out the high and helps reduce the anxiety.
Good info.
Right, there are so many different types of weed these days, you can find something to help everyone really
So does the temperature at consumption. If you smoke you will be both higher and more anxious than if you vape dry flower at 375 degrees.
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KEK I thought about that as I posted
Depends on if the cops are around or not for me 😂
Anger is my issue, weed is a wonder drug for me.
Me too. I have a bad temper. Not with people, but inanimate objects. I get mad, throw things, yell, swear, etc. Then once I calm down I feel like a total asshole. I've chatted with other folks that say the same thing. I just don't know what to do about it.
It happens Fren. I found it’s strain related. Try some edible CBD and then try the anxiety heavy strain. The CBD balances it out. Or just change strains to something that works for you. I had a strain once that no matter the dose it was immediate anxiety. I thought my body had changed & was revolting against me? I found some info on Leafly and it’s fixable as I mentioned above.
Microdose edibles.
This is the way.
The first one is tough simply due to work and family commitments, but, I'm going to make more time for me when the storm breaks :)
I am not a big drinker. Maybe a couple of times a week or if I am out with friends. But if I am really feeling anxious, I will just take a straight shot of good whiskey. Almost immediately, I feel it calm me. I don't do it often- maybe once every couple of months, for a myriad of obvious reasons. I kind of view it like allergy medication - you save the benadryl for when things get really bad. Take it every day and it loses its effectiveness.
Find some time to meditate and some time to pray. Meditation is better alone and praying in Communion with other souls who don’t even need to be physically present, just simultaneous.🙏🏻
Isha Institute of Inner-sciences – USA https://isha.sadhguru.org/us/en/center/isha-institute-inner-sciences-usa
I saw many people giving testimonies of how their anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, and depression reversed after 6 months of doing a specific yoga practice that rewires you. It is called "Inner Engineering" and "Shambavi". My son's severe ADHD was greatly improved after 3 months. My family could hardly believe it.
Sadhguru began this organization in the US when he discovered how improperly yoga was being practiced here. The specifics matter, like the way the toes touch, the finger positions, eyes closed, not talking or being talked to during the practice, etc...because it is all about energy circuits being completed properly. Once you learn how to do it, you just practice at home by yourself...hopefully before any family gets out of bed. It is just stretches, holding poses against gravity, and breathing exercises. There are some "ohms", but that is science, too.. related to control of breath and reverberation of the vegas nerve.
We are Christians. This practice is a very specific practice, not religious. If it was about the Hindu belief, I wouldn't have participated.
This practice is like turning the satelite towards the signal, when it has been aimed the wrong way for years. Or, it is like straightening the 4 skewed tires of your car, when they have been pointing crazy directions for years. It feels like you took a shower on the inside of your body. It results is an alert responsiveness and helpfulness to those around you and an ability to stay present in your heart, rather than trapped in your thoughts of judgment, regret, fear, or in your compulsions.
My roommates when I was there were the head of Purdue's psychology department and a naturopath doctor. There was also a brain surgeon student at this weekend-long class. To me, these are just exercises that work, based on science. I personally have worked in physical therapy for years and have a few years of engineering school, too. So, I understood..for example... that the posture of putting my palms together with my thumbs in my solar plexus is a completed energy circuit, not a hindu way of praying.
Checked out the site. A warning appeared that everyone must wear an N95 and social distance. No thanks.
Yea. I have not been there in 7 years. I didn't know. Sorry.
YOGA is counter to Biblical teaching...If you aren't a Christion then have at it.
I am definitely a Christian, and I am a physical therapist. Yoga just seems like exercises to me, with a little more in-depth, knowledgable use of energy circuits. Our bodies rely on nerves and energy flow, of course.
I would never want anything to do with the hindu religion. There were hindus in attendenance, too, though. But, religion was avoided as we learned the postures and movements. If it wasn't, I would have left, for sure.
I appreciate your warning.
Lol, "God doesn't want you to stretch."
Find moments of pure serenity in your day. For me, it was a change of habit: I wake well before dawn, and watch the sunrise in stillness. During this time, my only focus is the beauty of the emerging day. When it is over, and I must begin my day, its as if I have put on the Armor of God, for nothing evil, sad, depressing can penetrate me or derail me.
My friend get your Magnesium levels maximized. Take multiple forms along with daily epson salt foot baths. When muscles contract they utilize calcium as the fuel. In order to relax muscles Magnesium is used. Also try listening to mitolife radio podcasts' most recent guest on copper. A little copper goes along way. They have been poisoning us with non bioavailable "enriched" flour. This iron tanks our natural copper stores wrecking our bodies ability to harness and direct the bioelectricity necessary for optimum health. The other form of subtle poisoning next in the cabals scheme is "vegetable" and omega 3 oils. Without vitamin e or tocopherol the liver gets overwhelmed by this sludge and cannot properly clean the blood. Clean the liver, get that baby rocking, and your back in business. Also zeo-lite and copper help your body rid itself of toxins such as metal poisoning from metals such as lead, mercury, nonbioavailable form of iron, and many others. Try to drink living water such as from a spring. Just like breathing air robbed of electrons from air conditioning stale dead water from bottles does no good. The plastics can also act as a estrogen mimick within the body disrupting the endocrine system. 12 or so Air squats a few times a day can help pump your endocrine fluid through the body. And the most important tool in bringing your body back into its rest phase is breath work. Start with simple wim Hoff exercises found anywhere. At first it will be overwhelming as your body is metabolizing that trapped energy. Somatic trauma exercises can also help in dealing with stored trauma. God bless and God speed I hope this helps.
This right here is a very good response. I want to speak with OP one on one to give him a more in depth response after dealing with this for so long. Magnesium glycerate, magnesium Theronate, l-theanine, lemon balm, kava kava, ashgwanda, and many many more. Theronate passes the blood brain barrier which may be something to look into. Also, make sure you’re taking d3 if you Havnt been getting enough sun and I have much more advice if I can get in touch with you one on one some how.
Take a break from the digital world and pray. Trust in God and He will take away your anxiety.
Then come back when you feel healed.
If you are not already doing so,you could try the Dr Zelenko prophylaxis protocol. Quercetin is a mood stabiliser and the Vit D3 and Vit C also can help to deal with stress.
It may not help,but that treatment won't do any harm and you will be healthier.
I also take quercetin and the effect on the nagging pain like joint pain makes any mood or sleep issues long gone.
Hold on anon,are you saying that Quercetin helps control your various pain? If that's the case, that's excellent. Quercetin does a lot of things.
It's 2.00 am in Sydney,and I may have read you comment wrong.
Quercetin is pretty good stuff,it's a bit like a mild Ivermectin!
Indeed. Quercetin appears to have an effect on reducing inflammation that is really noteworthy, so brain inflammation, joint inflammation, stomach/GI upset, heart inflammation, etc. That docs do not recommend these known studied safe aids is the crime of our age.
Thanks for that reply,fren. Quercetin is brilliant stuff!
Meditate and load of on anti-oxidates for sure
Oxidants are the chemical compounds left from past stress, and when they accumulate you are always in fight or fight mode.
You need to re balance your Ph and chemicals
Ju jitsu.......Nothing puts life in check like being strangled to submission by a 12 year old on the matts. Really helps keep your ass in check :D:D:D
Reiterating Vitamin D. Unplugging from the internet too. Cbd oil has helped tok
Beautiful witness, Mary, He is our strength and our shield.
For racing thoughts “stop that thought”. Literally say/think this to yourself. Anxiety is a form of hyper imagination - where people who are intelligent naturally predict outcomes - and end up predicting negative outcomes. You could pick any phrase, but this one works well. You break up the mind’s obsession with the issues you are dealing with. You are naturally trying to fix/predict/deal with life but it goes a bit too far and overloads. It’s like hitting a reset button.
The other suggestion is exercise - which you are already doing - and from now and then meditating. Just find a quiet place, sit in a chair, close your eyes, and focus on a white spot/sphere 3 inches in front of your nose or forehead. Count your breaths. Count to 121 in segments of 11. If you can do that for 5 minutes straight you will calm down.
And then yes- reading the Bible. Download onto your phone. Read in small doses. Read a psalm, read one parable of the gospels. Amazing wisdom and it can calm you as well.
So. We are in the same boat. On top of this I've also lost love ones that left a gigantic whole in my heart. The panic attacks are crippling. Like everyone else I recommend prayer. It's the only thing that eases my heart.
Also, If your diet is out of whack that doesn't help. Plenty of multi B vitamins etc..
God Bless!
Zinc, magnesium, will help a lot. You also hallucinate your reality try to make it a positive one.
The surprisingly dramatic role of nutrition in mental health | Julia Rucklidge | TEDxChristchurch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dqXHHCc5lA&feature=emb_title
Magnesium treats Anxiety. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28445426/
Cheers.
Magnesium did it for me!
Weed. Lots of weed. Also keeps covid from replicating.
My observation is that the psychological/spiritual development of potheads (daily users) is arrested. My observation is potheads in general consider themselves enlightened while being paranoid and complacent. Yet most can't see that.
Daily use is an addiction that hinders growth.
Free will says choose again.
I’ve tried weed at various times and it always makes anxiety worse. There are some people with a paradoxical reaction to certain meds and chemicals. So you get the opposite of what is expected. Anxiety meds, thc, NyQuil, Benedryl and others absolutely do this to some people. If I took some NyQuil, I’d be up all night. Unfortunately learned from experience. Maybe you have that. It’s a small % of the population (I’ve been told 1-5% and maybe even as high as 10%) but it’s still something to consider.
I’ve tried both though. I hear your point and definitely know there is a difference but I’ve never had any “luck” with either.
Could be? Doing some reading now on it. Thanks!
And some people are allergic to peanuts, while the rest of the world enjoys the health benefits of them. If hate and shame cure cancer, I'd deal with the hate and shame, no? Already basically proven that pot is a miracle substance. What it can do for seizures alone is amazing.
Nicely said. When people first know me they think I am a Jesus freak. I am. Then when I let them really know me they think I am a hippie cannabis using Jesus Freak! I am. It hurts to read people assuming “pot heads” can’t be smart or spiritual or God doesn’t love them as much. God made cannabis. To be honest you wouldn’t think I use the herb people rarely do but I do. I’m a sleeper cannabis enthusiast.
I recently started smoking weed to help with chronic pain issues. For me, weed calms me down and I can sleep. I am not one of those "smoke weed and let's go party" people lol. I definitely want to be comfy and quiet.
I've struggled with anxiety and panic attacks for a couple years now. I never used to have them which made me suspicious. Eventually I discovered that there is actually an external cause for it. Electromagnetic frequencies. I know that makes me sound like a quack but I was able to prove it by purchasing an EMF reader. I found that when I was exposed to higher than normal amounts of EMF, my anxiety went up right along with it.
Unfortunately there isn't much that stops EMF. I've tried living in 3 different places and no matter where I am, there's always EMF to deal with. One thing I've found that really helps is music. Loud music seems to kind of counter balance the effect the EMF has on me.
The other thing that helps a lot (and this may not be for you) is smoking weed.
Regardless, I wish you all the best. Anxiety sucks.
Get your vitamin D levels up to 50ng/ml. Huge benefits to your mental and physical well being. Lots of depressed/anxious/fatigued people report huge improvements.
It can take some months to get up to those levels, but absolutely worth it.
Medical Weed in some other form than smoking, like edibles. Micro dosing so not blasted but eliminates/controls anxiety and depression.
Red Light/non-Infrared light therapy is helping me, a lot. With everything. My skin looks great (radiant!), healing my muscle pain, healing a scar and shoulder surgery, and my mood definitely improves. There are over 4000 published peer-reviewed studies showing its effectiveness. I use it for 20 minutes 3x/week. I also avoid msg and neurotoxins, don't drink sodas/ alcohol, limit my sugar intake, and exercise by walking and stretching. Praying also helps me (meditation also). Good luck to you, I hope you find some relief! PS, everyone I know that is awake is having anxiety. We are in touch with what is going on and the energies we are picking up are THEIR panic, not ours. I rest in that.
May I suggest Eckart Tolle
https://www.youtube.com/c/EckhartTolle
His knowledge has helped me many times.
I burned that book in my woodstove because eckhart tolle is a occultist. I read as much of the power of now I could before my spirit told me to put that shit down. He is a new agey self proclaimed guru. I am not attempting to put you down. But don’t be deceived by that guy. Consider it a friendly warning.
Occultist,,,,okay pal....lol
That’s all you have? Is to insinuate I’m the problem? That lacks intellectual integrity. So I just made all that up to be a dick?
Why so sensitive?...you dont like him , fine......
LOL, occultist.
His book the Power of Now is very good
Vagus Nerve exercises…it connects the brain, heart & gut. Has helped me tremendously. 🙏🏻❤️
https://youtu.be/FmPKJ7INuck
https://youtu.be/3TbyAun0Q_o
https://youtu.be/dEDbUuHl14g
For me specifically music and chamomile helped override overwhelming emotions. As well as patience, room for mistakes, and the promise to protect myself kindly. And prayer for God’s peace and relying on His strength and comfort to do what I needed to do.
Your gut is connected to your mental health. Sensitive stomaches and anxiety are connected. When I focused on getting more probiotics into my diet and less processed foods I think that also helped.
God bless you, it can be overcomed. Fight!
Good CBD will definitely help.
I hate sugar (cancer survivor), BUT…when your glucose gets low it can trigger anxiety. As a former drinker I can attest this works; carry some hard candy with you & when you feel the anxiety coming-on enjoy some sugar. Your body (especially first few months of abstinence) craves the sugars the alcohol once converted to & provided. Also try William Hoff breathing therapy. It’s really great & stops my anxieties in seconds but the sugar is KEY. Edit; ANY sugar will work.
What triggers the anxiety?
I have problems with speaking in front of groups, if I know I have to, I bang down a couple of 5HTP capsules or a few Diphenhydramine (anti histamine), or both. This works a charm for a few hours.
After a while the anxiety just stops happening as you have more and more good experiences in your trigger situation.
By the way, check if those drugs are compatible with existing medication. I know 5HTP is BAD if you take antidepressants.
Specifically, 5HTP is a precursor to serotonin, and serotonin is usually increased with many (but not all) antidepressant medications. Taking them together can risk something called serotonin syndrome, which is agonizing and potentially deadly. It’s usually at higher doses when this occurs, but it’s a risk worth knowing about.
I'm not going to tell you to read the Bible, I'm not going to tell you to think positive thoughts. Controversial, I know, but hear me out:
-Take your vitamins. I take the ones in the Zelenko Z Stack. https://files.catbox.moe/jhkpwt.jpg when Im feeling sick and the Evolution Vitamode Multivitamin when Im being lazy.
-Drink electrolytes. I drink the Redmond Relyte.
-Stay hydrated. Find the amount of daily water intake you need and meet it.
-Get sun. Even if you live in a cloudy area. Go out on sunny days and walk.
-Chill out on the caffeine or anything that's going to spike your blood sugar.
-Do something mellow. Like listen to classical music (Mozart, Bach, Vivaldi, etc.) or some smooth jazz or chill house.
-Avoid stressful people. You dont want to be recovering and be around some crazy person whos intentionally trying to raise your blood pressure, like Joe Biden.
Once all that is done, then come back to your positive thoughts and your Bible reading. It's going to feel different, and you're going to approach it with a clear head.
Edit: Turns out you specifically need B vitamins according to Dr Berg - https://youtu.be/5hIiixbdx2w
I had to go the nutrition route. I try to refrain from putting anything processed in my body. Definitely had to stop the caffeine. I drink decaf now but even that will spark it.
Can’t take credit for this. Another anon posted awhile back. I will also add Lugol’s iodine supplemented with selenium and magnesium work very well for a multitude of problems. Good luck fren
Treatment for depression Vitamin D deficiency. D is absolutely essential for proper brain function, along with almost every other metabolic function in the body. Most clinicians are ill-equipped to monitor D and often recommend levels that are far too low to be helpful - so just a head's up. Blood levels need to be at least 80 ng/ml. The only real caveat is in the case of renal impairment where levels of everything need to be very closely monitored. Most clinicians are happy with 30 ng/ml but that is far too low for someone with ongoing health challenges. Good quality fish oil is also critical for brain function. However, it must be good fish oil and not made from farm raised fish which are often loaded with toxins. In addition it needs to be cold processed with no solvents. Nordic and Carlson are two brands I am familiar with. But I am sure there are others so do your homework. The brain needs fat to function. The old adage about fish being brain food is no joke. So, if someone calls you a fat head, they are actually paying you a complement.