Hopelessness, loss of interest, anger, restlessness, concentration issues -- these are alarming moods of a person. These negative emotions are commonly linked to depression. But what causes depression?
According to WebMD, a person who suffers depression are the ones who experienced some very undesirable events in the past. The common experiences of a depressed person are abuse, serious loss, serious illness, and some studies even proved that it is hereditary.
People diagnosed with this mood disorder often gets medical or drug prescriptions that are expensive and some of the prescribed drugs even have bad side effects. There have been many research done about Nutrient Deficiencies that can cause mood disorders.
Here are some nutrient deficiencies that may lead to depression.
- Iron, Zinc and Folate Deficiency
Fast foods and processed foods are abundant nowadays which lacks these nutrients. Iron and Folate are essential in the production of red blood cells. Zinc is a nutrient found in the cells helps strengthen one's immune system. Lack of these nutrients can make you feel irritable, fatigued and unable to think straight. Deficient in iron can also cause anemia which is a lack of red blood cells that carries oxygen going into your brain.
- Iodine and Selenium
Lack of Iodine and Selenium causes your thyroid not to work properly. The thyroid gland is responsible for our body's metabolism, growth and development. Lack of these nutrients in the body can also affect our brain's functions which relates to depression.
- Amino Acids
There are different kinds of amino acids that are needed in the body. Some amino acids speeds up muscle healing and some are needed by our brain to produce neurotransmitters. Neurotransmitters control the balance of our emotions and thinking. Lack of amino acids can lead affect mental stability.
- B Vitamins
Commonly known as B-complex vitamins. These B vitamins plays a big role in preventing memory loss and repairs nerve damage. B vitamins keeps your mind sharp and active which is a good cure for depression.
- Vitamin D
According to Natural News, Clinical Nutrition Journal published a research result that shows a significant number of people deficient in vitamin D are suffering from depression and panic disorders. People need to get enough sunlight for the body to naturally produce Vitamin D.
- Omega-3 Fatty Acids
This is important for brain functions. Research results show that people experiencing mood disorders and depression are lacking Omega-3 fatty acids. Eating Salmon and sardines will be a good remedy if you lack Omega-3 fatty acids in your body.
- Healthy Food Deficiency
Nowadays, people are busy and don't have luxury of time to prepare good, nutritious and organic foods. Not like in the older times where people are eating fresh healthy foods for a longer life. Unhealthy lifestyle can make a person obese and may get different serious illnesses. Once a person gets into this stage, they become depressed. Eat right and staying healthy will make you happy.
