Mental Health

Mental health is defined as a state of wellbeing in which the individual recognized his mental abilities, capable to cope with daily life stresses, work satisfactorily and fruitful for community. ^[1] Mental health is a combination of cognitive, emotional and psychological satisfaction with absence of any physiological mental problem. ^[2]

Brain is the master organ of body and its health is the crowning glory of one’s body. Because for the dull mind, nature is dark but to the illumined mind the whole world is brighten. ^[3] Mental health is vital for us to recognize the face of our friends, falling in thrill of love, joy and all the other activities we accomplish. Brain is also vulnerable to problems like depression, memory loss and psychological problems. These conditions rob us and our families very often. ^[4] Some of the most common mental problems that affect individual are mentioned below:

It affects all mental aspects of life that include moods, thoughts, judgment and behavior. It influences the way to eat, sleep and the way to think, it effects so severely that it alter the way you feel and think about people. Symptoms of this despaired condition includes loss of interest in livelihood, negative thoughts, sleep disturbances, fatigue, sleeplessness, feeling of worthlessness, restlessness , digestive problems etc. The American psychiatric society estimates that 80 to 90 percent cases of depression can be conquer easily but people do not realize them and feel ashamed and despondent on this issue. ^[2]

Memory is as vital to us as breathing, it is an ability of an individual to keep in mind the people we meet, the things we notice and the activities we perform and experiences we did during our lives. Occasional memory lapse is common and natural phenomenon that occurs in any age it can create problem during daily routine but doesn’t lead to other problems. One reason of memory problem is an insufficient supply of necessary nutrients to brain. Very necessary nutrient for bring include B vitamins and amino acids, adequate neurotransmitter, exposure to free radical etc. ^[2]

Aging is a customary state in which body’s capability to work efficiently slows down. It produces its sway on all body systems especially on nervous system. Malabsorption from gastrointestinal tract is the priest of all problems in aging. Aged people have insufficient level of all nutrients especially vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin B, calcium and iron. Inadequate amount vitamin B 12 in body shows the way to copious mental problems that include mood liability, tingling sensations, muscle weakness, psychiatric problems, lack of balance and uncoordinated body movements. Addition of right supplement in your diet can bump up vitality and zest in any age of life. ^[2]

It is a behavioral problem originated from mental problem that experience by children of approximately 7 years of age. It impinges on various aspects of a child activities and some sign of this problem includes hyperactivity without think of consequences, jumping, disorganization, fidgeting, squirminess, restlessness in sleep, day dreaming, failure in school etc. ^{[2, 5]} despite the fact that it is diagnosed in childhood it persists previously throughout adulthood. ^{[2, 5]} Food additives are highly useful during lack of attentiveness. ^[2]

Food greatly influences brain‘s performance. Poor diet with lots of junk food is the major cause of mental problems and it can be subsided by additional nutritive substances. ^[2]

Ginkgo biloba is the historically useful herb for age related memory loss. Traditionally gingko is used in China and Japan for centuries. Ginkgo has been revered for mental health because of its ability to enhance circulation to brain and nerves. [2, 3, 7]
It acts beneficially to safeguard brain from free radical damage ^[3] and age related cognitive disturbances. ^{[2, 3, 4, 7]} Gingko is nutritious for mental health as it improves memory, ^{[2, 4, 6, 7, 13]} brain health, ^{[2, 5, 6, 7]} and individual’s alertness. ^[7]
It also shows favorable effects to elevate mood ^[7] and good in condition of despair. ^{[2, 5, 6]}

It is investigated that ginseng can invigorate you in downtime because of its ability to enhance attentiveness ^[4] and reaction time of an individual. ^[4] Ginseng also supports mental health in condition of despair. ^{[2, 4, 7]}

St. john’s worts is a wonderful herb that gives its favorable effects in condition of depression ^{[2, 3, 6, 7 11, 12]} and other psychological problems. ^{[11, 12]}

Gamma amino butyric acid (GABA) is an amino acid that is essential for brain metabolism ^{[2, 4]} and also aids for appropriate brain functioning. ^{[2, 3]}
Among its uncountable benefits on mental health some are mentioned; like it is good in depression, ^{[2, 3, 4]} improves attention ^[2] and learning abilities ^[2] memory ^[3] of individuals.
GABA also provides relaxation during hyperactivity ^[2] and often regarded as “Brain’s Natural Calming Agent” ^[3]

5 HTP or 5 hydroxytryptophane has surged on popularity because of its effectiveness to combat with depression, ^[2] nervous problems ^[10] and to promote positive mood through natural approach ^[3]

Vitamins are amazingly potent as nutritional supplement in numerous health conditions. Certain vitamin like vitamin A evidently gives its favorable effects on brain health ^[3] and memory. ^{[3, 7]}
Vitamin B 12 also shows beneficial effects on memory loss, ^{[2, 4]} aging and brain problems, ^{[2, 6]} depression ^[2] Nerves health ^[2] and psychological disturbances. ^[2] Vitamin B 6 is also helpful for overall mental health ^{[3, 8, 13]} like memory, ^[3] confusion, convulsion, ^[3] nerve ^[3] and mood problem ^{[3, 7, 13]}
B vitamins also work as a beam for mental health. Complete B complex is valuable to show its wholesome special effects during brain problems, ^{[2, 3, 4, 6]} nerve health, ^{[2, 3, 9]} memory, ^{[2, 3]} psychological disturbances, ^{[2, 3, 4]} regulates fetal nerve cell, ^{[2, 3, 4, 9]} irritability, ^[3] confusion, ^[3] loss of appetite ^[3] and depression. ^[9]

1. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mental_health
2. Phyllis A. Balch, CNC & James F. Balch, M.D. (2000). Prescription for Nutritional Healing. (3rd edition) Page No. 15, 18, 19, 55, 46, 47, 71, 90, 98, 108, 132, 133, 172, 205, 315, 319, 505 and 506. Penguin Putnam INC. New York: Avery
3. Marcia Zimmerman, CN & Jayson Kroner, CSN. (2006) 7-Syndrome Healing . Page No. 9, 17, 34, 35, 36, 62, 63, 65, 69, 70, 71, 256, 274 and 275. Chico, California: Nutrition Solution Publications.
4. DR. Richard Firshein (1998) The Nutraceutical Revolution. Page No. 3, 26, 55, 59, 147, 155, 176, 179, 182, 235, 237, 244, 133, 251, 253 and 255. London: Vermilion.
5. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Attention-deficit_hyperactivity_disorder
6. Kenneth A. Goldberg, M.D. (2001) The Men’s Health. Longevity Program. Page no. 90, 106, 108, 149 and 243. USA: Rodale Inc.
7. James A. Duke (1997). The Green Pharmacy. Page No.14, 26, 40, 157, 158, 159, 160 and 353. Pennsylvania: Rodale Press Emmaus.
8. Stephen Holt, M.D. (2003). Sleep Naturally. Page No. 109 and 110. USA: Wellness Publishing.
9. Jason Theodosakis, M.D., M.S., M.P.H., Brenda Adderly, M.H.A., & Barry Fox, Ph.D. (1998) Maximizing the Arthritis Cure. (1st edition) Page No. 173. New York: St. Martin’s press
10. Stephen Holt, M.D. (2003). Sleep Naturally. Page No. 106. USA: Wellness Publishing.
11. Norman Grainger Bisset (Ed.) (1994) Max Wichtl Herbal Drugs and Phytopharmaceuticals Page No. 274. Stuttgart: Medpharm Scientific Publishers
12. Michael T. Murray, N.D. (1995) The Healing Power Of Herbs. (Revised and Expanded 2nd Edition) Page No. 37, 294, 295, 297, 298 and 299. New York: Gramercy Books.
13. Mike Fillon. (2003) Real RDAs for Real People. Page no. 233 and 261. USA: Woodland.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, cure, mitigate, treat, or prevent any disease.

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