I've looked around on here for any bipolar treatments or cures and I've only seen vitamin B, Ivermectin and pot being mentioned. Has anyone had any success stories regarding Ivermectin for bipolar or any other options to mention? Doctors and meds haven't worked (I know, imagine my shock).
I'm trying to help my buddy find something to help him control his temper, which is constantly costing him his job. I've used Ashwaghanda for mood balancing myself and it works, but you can only take it for a few months before any side-effects. Magnesium Threonate has been decent in leu of Ashwaghanda, but I would like to recommend more solid options for my friend as I am sure it's much worse for him than me with my own issues.
Thank you in advance!
It looks like bipolar disorder is caused by a parasite: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/308233.php.
More info on the parasite:http://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2012/03/how-your-cat-is-making-you-crazy/308873. This article talks about schizophrenia but does not mention the other psychological issues it can cause. I believe which form the mental illness takes depends on where the parasite colony builds its nest.
You definitely want to look into anti-parasitical drugs. I don't think Ivermectin is a strong enough drug, but that is research beyond my realm of knowledge, so I could be wrong. Do remember that parasite eggs can live for up to 5 years in the body, so these anti-parasitical need to be regularly taken to kill off the hatchlings. Dr. Lee Merritt recommends doing one round, waiting two days, doing another round, waiting 4 days, doing another round, waiting 6 days....
If I were your friend, I would focus on things that help the body kill parasites -- fasting, intermittent fasting, keto, etc. Also keep in mind that the body needs to purge these dead toxins or else liver/kidney failure will result, so it's probably a good idea to help facilitate expulsion -- saunas, enemas, netty potting, etc.
Good luck!
Edit to add: if parasites are the cause, killing the parasites won't instantly "fix" him. It will take his body years to the repair the damage done by the parasites. As he heals, he'll have progressively less episodes and they'll be progressively less dramatic. But he has to be patient with himself and not get frustrated that healing takes time. .