SSRI drugs are very effective in providing symptomatic relief to women suffering from premenstrual syndrome (PMS) or premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Though these drugs are the safest of all groups of anti-depressants, there are indications when SSRIs should not be used.

What SSRI drugs are:

SSRI is abbreviation for ‘Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor’ family of drugs. These drugs enable the brain to better utilize serotonin, the neurotransmitter that impacts the mood of a person. A good supply of serotonin to each brain cell as it flows through them is essential for maintenance of a good mood. However, if the serotonin supply falls below optimum, the person suffers a bad mood resulting in depression or generalized anxiety problems. It

should be noted that SSRIs do not produce more serotonin in the brain. They just inhibit the retention of small quantities of serotonin by each brain cell through which the neurotransmitter circulates. By inhibiting such retention, each brain cell gets more serotonin when the stream of serotonin enters it and passes on to the next cell. In reality, it is not as simple as written here, but it helps give a rough idea about how SSRIs improve mood.

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Omega 3 supplements contain fats that, despite popular opinion, are good for you. These fats are polyunsaturated and provide your cells with critical nutrients used to build vital proteins and other substances. They are just as necessary as vitamins, but you re more likely to not get enough of these important compounds. Years ago, researchers discovered that young children who don t get adequate omega 3 fatty acids (FAs) do not grow properly.

There are three FAs to look for in the best omega 3 fatty acid supplements: alpha-linolenic acid, or ALA; eicosapentaenoic acid, or EPA; and docosahexaenoic acid, or DHA. Although all three are beneficial, ALA is actually converted to the two others within the body, so

a supplement with both EPA and DHA is ideal. Fish oil is the only one that contains these two important omega 3 FAs.

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Bipolar omega 3 treatment presents exciting possibilities for those suffering symptoms of manic-depressive illness. Research has shown that certain nutrients and compounds can have a profound effect on mood disturbances.

Fatty acids found in certain fish and in fish oils offer benefits to people suffering from fluctuating moods. In fact, the connection between omega 3 and bipolar disorder is being studied in ongoing trials. What facts have emerged?

Symptoms of manic-depressive illness improve with supplemental consumption of certain fish oils, which appear to play a crucial role in stabilization of mood. In relieving symptoms of bipolar omega 3 treatment may involve neuronal signal transduction pathways.

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So you have purchased your omega 3 supplement and want to know how much Omega 3 daily should you consume. This is a tricky question considering the fact that omega 3 requirements are different for all individuals.

Before we discuss how much omega 3 daily should be consumed, let us understand a few basic facts about the essential fatty acids or omega 3.

Omega 3 fatty acids were discovered accidentally somewhere in the 1900’s and since then, we haven’t stopped learning about their benefits.

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Can water be magnetised?

Many of us understand our basic need to drink clean, healthy water. But what actually is healthy water, and why do we need it?

We are over 70% water. All our biological functions including circulation, digestion, absorption, and excretion depend on water. Water is required for blood, the lymphatic system, and healthy skin and muscles. Doctors, scientists, researchers and natural healers all agree that drinking enough water on a daily basis can help maintain good health and likely help fight disease. Most experts advise drinking at least a litre of water a day to assist in maintaining healthy skin and properly functioning kidneys, bowels, and circulation.

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