does calcium help  with depression?
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Depletion affects the central nervous system. Low levels of calcium can cause nervousness, apprehension, irritability, and numbness. \n\nhttp://groups.msn.com/psychbusters\nDecoding Psychiatric Propaganda
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Increased stress will activate osteoblasts. Calcium phosphates are used as filler to promote growth.
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Make sure you get your calcium.
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St. John's Wort is effective for depression; you may want to ask an herbologist to get a complete answer.
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Calcium and Phosphorus levels are regulated by calcitonin from the thyroid gland and parathyroid hormone from the parathyroid glands.  In a healthy individual, calcium and phosphorus have an inverse relationship, that means that when one goes up, the other goes down.  Serum calcium tends to decrease i people who have osteoporosis or inadequate intake of calcium.  Calcium needs Vitamin D to aid in absorption.  Eat foods high in calcium, or take supplements with both Vit D and Calcium. Calcium supplements should be taken 1-2 hrs after a meal to increase intestinal absorption.\nIs your low calcium-high phosphorus levels caused by an underlying condition, such as renal failure, Crohn's disease, or chronic inflammatory bowel disease?  Is it caused by improper functioning of the thyroid and parathyroid glands? If so, the underlying condition must be treated in order for the mineral balance to be restored, thus allowing more calcium to be absorbed.\nSee your Doctor, to treat the underlying problem, then add calcium and Vit D to your diet.
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You may be calcium deficient.
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Yes. Go to your doctor and ask about Welbutren or Lexapro. They help! I take them both because I suffer from sivere Depression.
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Lack of some of the B vitamins can be a factor in anxiety/depression.  If your having problems with anxiety or fear heart attack, you should see your doctor for an evaluation.
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Calcium. When I have had broken bones, I crave milk and the doctor said my body is needing the calcium in it. Drink and eat lots of calcium rich foods. Also a good calcium supplement pill or capsule will help.
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Calcium
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Depression is caused by a chemical imbalance in the body.
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Excercise helps bring the up the seratonin levels and often helps. Find an excercise you like, then you're not only enjoying yourself, but you're more likely to stick with it. (basketball, running, swimming, dancing, whatever gets you going.)\nWhat seems a more succesful suppliment is sam-e, it is more expensive than most suppliments, and you should tell your physician or psycologist that you are trying it (clinical studies show little or no side effect, no harm in trying.) \nSt Johns wort helps as much as SSRIs in studies- in mild to moderate depression, but it seems useless for major depression. It also has some anti-anxiety effect. It may have less side effects than SSRIs, but it certainly has some, an increase in blood pressure and such, and is dangerous in conjuntion with MOA inhibitors, you probably would know if you are taking any of those (your physician or psycologist would have gone over a whole list of foods that MOAIs interact dangerously with.)\nIf your depression is seasonal, then light therapy can help (heat lamps for plants put out the same spectrum of light as does the expensive lamps sold for this purpose.) Again talk to your physician or psycologist.
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Taking calcium together with magnesium supplements are your best bet.  Magnesium aids in absorption.  Milk has calcium but unfortunately your body needs a lot of calcium to digest the high protein content in milk so milk actually makes you calcium deficient.
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Hi, Prothieden can be a great assistance in treating Depression, I had been on it and now do not require it.\nYou are on a very low dose of Prothieden, so keep on taking it. One of the failings of we who are depressed is that as we begin to feel better, we think we no longer require it.\nIt may be a short medium or long process, yet if you have only a dry mouth as a side effect, remain on it under medical suppervision.\n\nI cannot encourage you enough, don't be concerned with the dose, it is low, I was on 225mgs, for chronic depression and slowly reduced over time.\nIf you are feeling and coping and able to function,be pleased that it is working for you.\nTake care, and be adventuress, slowly !sc
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No, it's not.  You need more than just calcium if you are experiencing a weakness of bone.  You need vitamin D as well.  Try taking Viactic as the other answer says.  And regular checkups with your doctor are important to make sure you do not have osteoporosis.
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You've got the right information there.\n\nOmega 3, Omega 6, and Omega 9 are all powerful ways to fight off depression. You can get them in flax oil, cod liver oil, and olive oil.\n\nYup, B Complex, but try to get them from eating whole grains, like a multi-grain bread (not whole wheat bread), oatmeal, wild rice and brown rice.\n\nChocolate has a chemical in it called theobromine, which is a euphoriant. Go ahead and have a few pieces, but, try to eat dark or bittersweet chocolate. The cocoa butter and high content of processed sugar in milk chocolate will actually work against you.\n\nTurkey, when heated up, has an amino acid called L-tryptophan, which helps you sleep better.\n\nMolasses, I'm not too crazy about because of the sugar content. Since sugar is a stimulant, you might not benefit from sugary foods, like molasses, or honey, or processed sugar candy, or any other food with a processed sugar content.\n\nYes, salmon is rich in Omega 3.\n\nBut, if you could find a way to do an aerobic exercise, like brisk walking, then you will really help fight depression. Aerobic exercise releases endorphins, which are pain killers, and also function as a euphoriant. A brisk walk of 30 minutes minimum is a great depression fighter, and if you can do it at least three times a week, then you are doing a great job. Cycling, treadmill, swimming, a game of catch, hiking, you get the picture. But I think that brisk walking is the king of all therapeutic exercises.\n\nIn general, stay away from fast food/processed food: the high content of processed sugars, processed salts, and saturated fats are confirmed contributors to depression.\n\nBeets, actually, all fresh vegetables are rich in nutrients that help stabilize brain activity. Eat plenty of them: it doesn't matter what vegetables you eat, just them every day.\n\nPeace.
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Yes there are a number of things a vitamin therapy of 10000 mg of vitamin A, 3000 mg of vitamin C time released, 5000 mg of sub-lingual B 12, 2000 mg of Omega 3, 1500 mg of no flush niacin and 6 tablets of cal-mag by Schiff brand. At least the first five if you can't do anything else. Here's a list of other foods. There is a better way!\n\nFood does affect your mood, and what you eat -- and when -- can impact depression. Sugar and caffeine give you a quick lift -- but can leave you feeling down when their effects wear off. This meal plan reduces sugar and caffeine intake because feelings of depression often improve when their consumption is minimized. Complex carbs act as tranquilizers by increasing your amount of serotonin, the neurotransmitter that calms, in your brain. This meal plan contains lots of fruits and whole-wheat foods to increase your complex carb intake. Turkey contains tryptophan which has a calming affect on the brain. Chamomile, peppermint or goyah tea, for your morning and evening mojo has a calming effect on the brain. Chronic dehydration -- however slight -- can cause feelings of anxiety. That's why this diet includes plenty of water, often with some lemon or lime added to liven it up. Golden raisins are high in vitamin B6 and can be added to an meal or eaten as a snack.\n \nEven marginal vitamin deficiencies that don't result in clinical symptoms can negatively affect your mood. This diet, when paired with a daily multivitamin and mineral supplement, will help ensure adequate intake of essential vitamins and minerals (especially the B vitamins and folic acid. Steady blood sugar levels help keep you on an even keel. This meal plan includes complex carbohydrates in every meal and encourages eating small meals spaced evenly throughout the day to help normalize blood sugar levels. ie, vitamin D, magnesium, selenium, and calcium).\n \nBREAKFAST\n\noption one\ncalcium-fortified orange juice\nfiber therapy\nsoy protein fortified with calcium and vitamin D\nvitamin therapy\n\n\noption two\n1/2 cup egg scramble\nslice of whole-wheat toast\npeach slices                                                                                                                                                                                               fiber therapy  \nherbal tea\nvitamin therapy\n\n\nLUNCH\noption one\nspinach and tuna salad\nherbal tea\n\n\noption two\nsmoked salmon on whole-wheat bagel with tomato and red onion\nsliced pear                                                                                                               herbal tea\n\n\noption three\nblack bean, lentil or vegetable soup\nmixed green salad\nherbal tea\n\n \n\nDINNER\noption one\nchicken or turkey salad\nspinach salad (high in folic acid)\nwalnuts and dates\nwater\n\n\noption two\nsalmon or tuna\nasparagus\nanother vegetable from the list\nherbal tea or water\n\n\noption three\nvegetable or lentil soup\nsliced tomatoes\nherbal tea or water\n\n\nSNACKS (in between meals)\nChoose two or three each day:\nwhole-grain crackers with almond butter\nhandful of fresh nuts and dried fruit\nsoy protein smoothie\nsmall fruit\napple slices and fat-free cheese\n\n\nHealthy Dos and Don'ts \n\nHere are a few eating tips to keep in mind when you're dealing with depression. \n\nDo:\nTake a daily multivitamin and mineral supplement see vitamin therapy. \nGet regular, vigorous exercise daily The endorphins produced make you feel relaxed, plus exercises reduces muscle tension and blood pressure \nTake a multivitamin supplement that includes B and sublingual B12. Even undetectable malnutrition can lead to feelings of anxiety and depression\n* Drink plenty of water or other fluids like herb tea\n\nDon't:\nConsume caffeine\nDrink alcohol\nLoad up on simple sugars and simple carbohydrates