Misc Homeopathic/Holistic Medication

[washingtonbound]

Hi all, I was wondering if anyone here had experience with herbal medications as an alternative to allopathic pharmaceuticals. I see more doctors popping up offering "holistic" treatment, but I'm unsure of what that entails exactly. I'm familiar with most herbs you can get from the health food store that supposedly help with psychological issues by I am yet to try anything that is effective. I know a lot of herbs are used for physical ailments but I am curious about the psychological aspect. Has anyone had experience with any herbs (besides marijuana) that are useful? I know a lot of people go to ayahuasca ceremonies now for treatment but I am looking for something less intense to have on hand that could be taken regularly if needed. Would love to hear your thoughts.

 

[kleinerkiffer]

What exactly are you looking for? An antidepressant, an anxiolytic, a stimulant?

 

[Nod Alot]

The only ones I can think of off hand are St. John's wort for depression, kava kava root for anxiety and trouble sleeping, and kratom leaf for pain control and energy boost.

 

[psy997]

washingtonbound, there are many, many herbs and natural medicines in this world. Hundreds if not thousands. What are you looking for?

 

[washingtonbound]

Primarily looking for an anti-depressant

 

[washingtonbound]

Mainly an antidepressant

 

[Nod Alot]

Primarily looking for an anti-depressant

look into St. John's wort

 

[Speed King]

^^ I second that. SAMe is also a proven antidepressant agent. I must warn, if you are using any prescription medication, the St John's Wort can have interactions. I have not read up on SAMe fully yet, so the same possible interactions may apply.

 

[BehindtheShadow]

I hear that manganese is very good for depression

 

[kleinerkiffer]

As others have said, St. John's Wort, exercise, multi vitamin, fish oil, sunlight, 5-htp or tryptophan