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Omega 3’s and Mental Health Part II: Omega-3’s and Bipolar Disorder M. Russell Thomas, PhD
BIPOLAR DISORDER
Defining Bipolar Disorder. Bipolar disorders are mental disorders characterized by intense mood swings ranging from depression to mania, racing and/or fleeting thoughts, and sleep disturbances. Individuals with Bipolar disorder are particularly challenged to regulate impulsive behavior, are easily . . . → Read More: Omega-3s and Mental Health: Part II. Omega-3s and Bipolar Disorder Omega-3’s and Mental Health[1] M. Russell Thomas, PhD By now, most Americans are aware of a nutrient known as Omega-3. In fact, it is estimated that upwards of 30 to 50 million Americans may currently be supplementing with an Omega-3 product. The health benefits of Omega-3s have been well established in a number of domains, most . . . → Read More: Omega-3s Fatty Acids and Mental Health: Part I. Omega-3s and Depression. We have often heard the phrase that “it takes a village to raise a child”. It comes from an old African proverb that suggests that children are raised best by a village of people who will help that child reach its full potential in life. I would like to take a moment to address this philosophy . . . → Read More: Does it really take a Village? It’s hard to believe that we are already into August. Along with August come those “Dog Days” that are filled with sultry heat, humidity, and along with it, depleted energy particularly in the early afternoon (we’re forecasted here in southeastern NC for 96 degree heat with a heat index around 110 today!). But before we talk . . . → Read More: Dog Days of Summer Does your doctor take nutritional supplements? The answer may surprise you. The stereotype says that doctors completely disregard nutritional supplements, and instead place their faith in “mainstream medicine.” It turns out that the number of physicians and nurses who take dietary supplements is higher than the number of average Americans who take supplements.  Comments are closed  Articles, Biometics, Supplements  biometics bio alert, biometics bio fuel, cal/mag, get-go-n-plus, nutritional supplements Glucosamine is produced within the body to help joints and ligaments perform correctly. With age, glucosamine production decreases, which may cause the cartilage in joints to deteriorate. This deterioration of cartilage can cause bone spurs that may cause pain, deformed joints and limited joint movement. One of my sons recently graduated from high school. While driving back from the graduation ceremony he looked at me with all seriousness and said, “Dad, I made it! But I must confess, there was a day when I thought ‘pigs will fly before I graduate from high school!’”. My initial reaction was Continue reading Swine Flu – The Day That Pigs Fly Comments are closed Articles biometics bio fuel, biometics bio immune, biometics biofuel, get-go-n-plus, h1n1 influenza, swine flu Most of the interventions that I recommend come from my almost 30 years of clinical practice. A few come from personal life experience. Sleep is one of those that I can speak for myself. Particularly falling asleep. I can remember as a young teenager being frustrated, cranky, and in Continue reading Counting Sheep: Getting to Sleep at Night To reiterate from last month’s newsletter, most of the interventions that I recommend come from my almost 30 years of clinical practice. But some find their origins in my personal life. Sleep is one of those health factors that I can speak for personally! I can honestly say that this article is one of Continue reading Never Underestimate the Power of a Good Night’s Sleep! Bipolar weather, i.e., mother nature’s temperature fluctuations, place a special set of demands on the human body. But also, the stress of the winter season contributes heavily as well. Think about it. We’ve got the holidays followed by increased demands as a byproduct the holidays. To name a few increased demands: pay for the Christmas gifts that you put on the credit cards, cranking up production again at work that slacked during the holidays, and trying to get your body back into a routine, all demand extra energy and demand on the brain and body. These factors are “loaded for bear” to create havoc and disruption to us humans, particularly placing stress on the immune system. Paying attention to a few important points may save you hundreds of dollars in medical expense and hours of agony while squirting some nasal decongestant up your nose! Here are a few things that you need to do to protect you and your children from those dreadful colds and viruses Continue reading Bipolar weather and colds! |
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