Tryptophan (5HTP) is a supplement used successfully by many individuals to stabilise moods and improve nervous system function due to its effect on raising serotonin (the happy hormone) levels in the brain. This amino acid is indicated in cases of anxiety, mild depression, for pain relief, fibromyalgia, migraine, insomnia, mania, stress or obsessive compulsive disorder. […]

Sam-E (S-Adenosylmethionine) can be purchased as a Homeopathic preparation or as a nutritional supplement. It is commonly used to address nervous system symptoms of low mood, despondancy, stress, anxiety, depression, pain management and for liver protection. It is produced by combining the amino acid Methionine and Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) and is utilised in the liver. […]

The Tea plant originated in China and over the centuries as its popularity increased it was introduced throughout Asia and into Western cultures by Turkish traders.  Green Tea is produced from a plant known botanically as Camellia Sinensis and comes in three forms: green,black and white. The different kinds of tea differ due to the process […]

Lecithin (found in concentrated form in egg yolk and from soybeans) is considered one of the super foods due to it containing many nutrients for health.  One of the most therapeutic and beneficial constituents found in lecithin is Phosphatidylcholine.  Lecithin also contains potent B Vitamins and many phospholipids which are components of every cell in the body […]

The herb St Johns Wort has been traditionally used to help support the nervous system. Many people give great testimonials in regards to this herb helping to give support to their nervous system, reduce feelings of depression and is more commonly used in Germany than prescription anti-depressants are for depression. ACTIONS OF ST JOHNS WORT […]

Major depressive disorder is the leading cause of disability in the U.S. for people aged 15 to 44; it affects over 16.2 million adults and is more prevalent in women than in men. The widespread nature of this disease has led researchers to conduct studies into potential ways to address symptoms without resorting to medication. Classic […]

Serotonin is a powerful neurotransmitter required for the brain and body to feel happy, it is often labelled the ‘happy hormone’.  Up to 90% of serotonin is found in the gut.  It is no wonder that with the poor habits of the Western diet we see so many stagnate gut conditions such as candida, leaky […]