7. Amino Acid Deficiencies: There are 9 essential amino acids that your body cannot produce. You must provide them to your body by choosing quality foods.
Amino acids are found in meat, eggs, fish, high-quality beans, seeds, and nuts. You need to eat a variety of different foods to provide your body with all the amino acids necessary for good health. Not all foods contain all nine amino acids. One plant-based source of amino acids is the leaves of Moringa oleifera. Your brain uses the amino acids from food to make the neurotransmitters necessary for optimal brain function.
What are neurotransmitters and what is their link to depression?
Healthy brain function relies on the correct balance of neurotransmitters. Some neurotransmitters calm the brain, while others stimulate it. Their balance in the brain creates emotional and intellectual stability. Often, depression and other mental disorders are caused by neurotransmitter imbalances. Dopamine, norepinephrine, and GABA are three important neurotransmitters that are frequently deficient in depression. Orthomolecular doctors have found that treatment with amino acids, including tryptophan, tyrosine, phenylalanine, and methionine, can correct various mood disorders, such as depression. The orthomolecular doctor begins by taking urine and blood samples to test your amino acid levels. Then, if they find an imbalance, they will prescribe high-dose amino acid supplements to correct the problem. Orthomolecular doctors treat the underlying cause of depression or mental symptoms. If it's a nutritional imbalance, such as an Omega-3 deficiency, he'll prescribe that supplement. Rather than treating with medication, he addresses the deficiencies that cause mental symptoms with vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.
There are tests that can identify nutritional deficiencies. The problem is that your conventional doctor won't prescribe these tests, and your insurance won't cover them either. Most doctors aren't trained in nutrition and dietetics. They don't have the time to study your eating habits and lifestyle. However, there are some companies and healthcare providers that offer preventative programs. In reality, the majority of people don't have access to quality healthcare. It's best to consult a holistic doctor who is knowledgeable about nutrition. You'll likely have to pay for the tests yourself. You can go through the Life Extension Institute . As a member, you can receive the tests by mail. You take the kit to a lab to get the results. Then, you mail the kit back and receive the results. They don't provide interpretations of the tests or advice on how to correct any problems found. At least you can find out which vitamins and minerals you're lacking. Drug-centric therapy is the primary reason so many people go undiagnosed. Insurance plans cover medications but not dietary supplements. This is the sad state of our healthcare system here. You need to take control of your health and find a doctor with a holistic view of health and preventative medicine.
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