| Typical symptoms of depression are feeling | | | | amounts of histamine production by the body. |
| sad, depressed mood, crying, insomnia or | | | | It is best to avoid or cut out refined foods, |
| excessive sleeping, loss of energy, feeling | | | | foods high in sugar, coffee, tea, cola |
| tired, exhaustion, anxiety, weight loss or | | | | drinks, chocolate, alcohol and cigarettes. |
| gain, agitation, nervousness, low sex drive, | | | | Milk products and wheat are common foods that |
| feeling worthless, excessive guilt, | | | | cause an allergic reaction so it may be wise |
| headaches, low concentration, lack of | | | | to experiment with cutting these foods out of |
| confidence and loss of interest in everyday | | | | the diet for two week periods. |
| activities. | | | | |
| | | | Increasing exercise will help with depression |
| Depression can occur due to hormonal | | | | and it is also wise to consult your doctor |
| imbalances, stress and imbalances in | | | | who will advise you whether psychiatric |
| biochemicals within the brain. Depression is | | | | therapy or antidepressant drugs are needed. |
| more common in women due to hormonal changes | | | | Also, studies have shown that some people who |
| that happen in association with childbirth, | | | | suffer from depression have found that |
| menstruation and the menopause. | | | | acupuncture can be beneficial. |
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| Poor nutrition has been linked with | | | | The following supplements may help if you are |
| depression; other factors are food allergies, | | | | suffering from Depression. |
| stress, blood sugar levels and excessive | | | | |