The Three Best Herbs To Fight Depression

Did you know that many medications are derived from plants? For example, salicin from willow bark is the basis for aspirin, and valeric acid from valerian root is chemically modified to make Valproic acid, which psychiatrists use to treat bipolar disorder. There is a lot of healing potential in nature. In this video, I discuss three herbs that have the best evidence for treating depression.

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[annapomelo]

1: St. John’s Wort
2: Turmeric
3: Saffron

[Elizabeth-guhx]

Psilocybin saved my life. I was addicted to heroin for 15 years and after Psilocybin treatment I will be 3 years clean in September. I have zero cravings.
This is something that truly needs to be more broadly used in addiction treatment.

[linksboytoy]

As a nurse I adore that your videos are scientific, evidence based, and extensive while also being simplified, and brought to a level people without a medical or scientific background could follow. You’re patient, warming, and disarming, thank you for making all of these videos.

[xyffypb]

St John’s Wort cured my severe depression in days. The early morning waking left, psychomotor retardation resolved and my mood lifted. It was like a warm hug when I was in the pits of despair. Thankfully no more depressive episodes since 2019!

[kellymitchell]

I've taken St John's wort for decades now. Tried to wean off recently just to see how I would do since I haven't been depressed in some time, but after 1 week of just reducing the dosage, I woke up with major anxiety. I'd forgotten, this is how I used to feel every morning before St. John's. So I still need it to feel normal, but it works, and it works long term for me. Glad I found it as I had bad reactions to prescriptions.

[rainbowfox]

I am a mental health professional. I appreciate the exactness of your great information.

[sharonw]

I'm surprised that you didn't mention that a lot of psychiatric conditions are caused by nutritional deficiencies. This needs to be talked about more and made available.

[baterickpatman]

Dr Marks, you are probably saving an unknown number of lives with your videos. I wish I could just give you a big hug, but all I've got is YT comments, There aren't enough words to express how grateful I am for you and your effort to simply help people.
I'm sure I speak for many, when I say: THANK YOU and we love you <3

[NatureHeadSupreme]

We need more of this from the WHOLE psych community!

[AllkindMindToMind]

Wow! I like your style. I have multiple disabilities and you are much easier to learn from than other people:
•Plain background is visually relaxing
•No background music
•Text and visual images are used to punctuate your points, not randomly appearing and disappearing, or staying onscreen when you have moved on.
Your very clear presentation can reach more people, in a relaxing and informative way because of this. Thank you.
+++ I love hearing doctors talk about using herbs. Our medical system can manage the lot of us so much better when they are added to our care, not disrespected. Thank you very much.

[mclark]

Thank you Dr Marks. My friend has depression and prefers to use natural remedies such as these. Your videos help me to understand her and her challenges, I appreciate them so much.

[probiotichealing]

Taking Pepper with the Turmeric/Curcumin helps your body absorb it better which is something she didn't mention small tip.

[gisselmarianelson]

I have dealt with anxiety and depression for years since childhood. I started watching your videos last year, and I took the bold step to see a Psychiatrist I'm better now. I currently take Escitalopram, alprazolam, and propranolol. Thank you Dr Marks you are amazing.

[massabranca]

Love this topic! I did integrate turmeric into my diet since your last video and have been loving it. I like this theme also because I don't think I ever have been severely depressed, but the blues and anxiety that come and go can be debilitating even when they're mild. So natural solutions that help to stimulate the body and don't have collateral effects (cold showers, walks, exercise, but also diet) are oh so valuable!! It also helps when trying to help someone who's low. Feeding someone rich "antidepressant" foods like those is a such loving demonstration of care!

[angelwings]

L-theanine is a great amino acid you can buy in tablet form. It’s gently mood lifting, can help sleep even though it doesn’t really make you drowsy, and has other benefits.

[Sanfransweety]

This is incredible, albei I will adhere to all of her message and be sure to include it with the outside resources I already utilize, not in place of. "There is no quick fix" has been a consistent message from our bodies.❤

[davidable]

Love your videos!! I've struggle with depression all my life. Turn 69 next wk. Good to hear about natural ways to deal with depression. God bless.

[louislorenzi-prince]

I have used St. Johns Wort at various times and found it most effective. One thing I became aware of is that if you're in your 60s and have any sort of balance issues - you have to be careful not to take too much; as I've read that it can contribute to increased risks of falling down - this happened to me a couple of times and that's what prompted me to research this topic.

[corvanphoenix]

Cannabis was the first of the 3 herbs in the promo image, however it wasn't covered in your discussion. It's my favourite treatment for anxiety & depression. Thankfully both CBD & THC preparations are legal & available in my part of Australia.

[gymns]

Wow! No one has ever explained to me WHY herbs are just as good as medicine. Maybe I’m ignorant but I personally have never heard it stated and that a lot medicines are basically derived from these herbs. Great information! ❤️🙏🏽❤️