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Every year, millions of people seek medical care for depression. This depilating state compromises enjoyment of life, the ability to perform successfully on the job, and the capacity to interact joyously with friends and family. Sadly, the use of antidepressant drugs cause significant side effects in some people and are quite habit forming.
Herbs have long been the realm of traditional and folk medicine, yet several universities, including UCLA and Columbia are now hosting conferences on how to incorporate both European and Chinese herbs into standard depression protocols.
Mood Mender imparts sustained, long-term emotional assistance so you feel good all the time and not cloud your emotions or make you feel 'drugged' as synthetic drugs have a tendency of doing. It does this with the help of our hand-picked adaptogenic herbs that were chosen specifically to assist your body in coping with depression and the stresses of everyday life.
Adaptogenic herbs are especially effective because of their natural energy and mood supportive properties, as well as their ability to relax tension and ease anxiety. Rhodiola, for instance, is an adaptogenic herb that can enhance serotonin activity by up to 30%. It was also shown to increase the activity of two additional mood-related neurotransmitters; dopamine and norepinephrine. Most Rhodiola users have stated that they experienced increased energy and motivation, diminishment of anxiety, and improved feelings of confidence and optimism. Ashwagandha is another unique herb with anti-stress adaptogenic action and has been demonstrated to be as effective as some tranquilizers and antidepressant drugs.
Through the wisdom of nature, this effective physicians grade formula provides a well crafted herbal formulation for those seeking to assist the body in coping with anxiety, stress, nervousness, and depression.
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Scientific Name: Rhodiola rosea
Pharmacopoeia Name: None
Common Names: Golden Root, Rose Root, Rhodiola, Rhodiola Sacra, Siberian Rhodiola, Tibetan Rhodiola
Active Compounds: Rosavin, Rosin, Rosarin, Rhodiolosides, Phenolic acids, Flavanoids, Tyrosol
Common Uses: Adaptogenic, Chronic Mental Fatigue, Endurance, Nervous Tension, Anxiety, Depression
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| Rhodiola Rosea Overview: A first class adaptogenic herb that has been used for hundreds of years in China, Tibet and the Ukraine as a stimulant and antidepressant. Rhodiola has been studied extensively in Russia and Scandinavia for more than 35 years and has been shown to improve mental function, memory and reaction time for healthy individuals as well as adults with depression. More recently, the journal Phytomedicine published two studies that tested the effects of Rhodiola on stress-induced fatigue with positive results. In addition, Rhodiola increases physical exercise ability- Doctor L. Utkin, a Russian botanist and nutritionist, demonstrated in the early 1930's that Rhodiola root increased physical endurance. Rhodiola has also been known to reduce recovery time; Rhodiola root is believed to increase the levels of the enzymes and proteins important to the recovery of muscle after extensive exercise. Rhodiola has also been used as a powerful and safe antidepressant due to its adaptogenic properties. |
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Scientific Name: Withania somnifera
Pharmacopoeia Name: None
Common Names: Winter Cherry, Indian Ginseng, Ayurvedic Ginseng, Ashwagandha, Ashvagandha
Active Compounds: Withanoloids, Alkaloids, Polyphenolic Acids
Common Uses: Adaptogenic, Sedative, Nervine, Libido, Aphrodisiac, Depression, Anxiety
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| Ashwagandha Overview: Loosely translated, the name Ashwagandha means "The strength of a thousand stallions." Ashwagandha is a first class adaptogenic herb that is cultivated in India and North America (We secure ours from the North American source). Ashwagandha is a very powerful antioxidant and has the ability to strengthen the immune system as well as having anti-inflammatory properties. Ashwagandha also has the capabilities to nurture the nervous system thereby counteracting anxiety and stress to promote a calm state of mind. A study that was done in 1991 at the Department of Pharmacology, University of Texas Health Science Center indicated that extracts of ashwagandha had GABA-like activity. This would account for Ashwagandha's anti-anxiety effects. Some studies have shown ashwagandha to be a potent aphrodisiac as well. Lastly, Ashwagandha has been known to enhance mental function, improve quality of sleep and enrich your overall health. |
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Scientific Name: Schisandra chinensis
Pharmacopoeia Name: None
Common Names: Sandra Berry Vine, Schisandra, Schizandra, Magnolia Vine, "Five Flavors Fruit"
Active Compounds: Schisandrins, Schizandrol, Schisantherin, Monoterpenes, Sesquiterpenes
Common Uses: Adaptogenic, Sexual Function, Anxiety, Aphrodisiac, Memory, Sedative, Libido, Depression
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| Schisandra Overview: Schisandra is an adaptogenic herb that has the capabilities to improve physical and mental performance. Schisandra also protects you against the repercussions of stress, depression, anxiety, and enhances the body's immune system. Schisandra has been studied and found to helpful with insomnia and night sweats. Schisandra was additionally found to improve vision. It has been used to relieve metal fatigue, physical fatigue, and improve your stamina. The lignans found in the seeds of schisandra helps to protect your liver. Schisandra is also said to promote the production of semen and is recognized for its ability to prevent premature ejaculation, relieve sexual fatigue and increase circulation and sensitivity for female genitalia. Lastly, schisandra has also been used in problems with forgetfulness. |
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Scientific Name: Eleutherococcus senticosus
Pharmacopoeia Name: None
Common Names: Eleuthero, Siberian Ginseng, Russian Root, Acanthopanax senticosus, Eleuthero Ginseng
Active Compounds: Ginsenocides, Peptidoglycans, Salicylate acid, Vanillic acid, Panaxtriol
Common Uses: Adaptogenic, General Tonic, Memory, Physical and Emotional Stresses, Mental Clarity
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| Siberian Ginseng Overview: Siberian Ginseng, also know as "Eleuthro" is also an excellent adaptogenic herb. This particular form of ginseng differs from other ginseng varieties such as Panax ginseng and American Ginseng in that it can be utilized by both men and women. Studies have shown Siberian Ginseng to benefit cerebral circulation and depression. Siberian Ginseng has been known to help with physical stress, emotional stress, and endurance. Eleuthero helps provide natural energy to the body and is very helpful when the body is under chemical dependency. The Chinese believe regular use of Siberian Ginseng helps to restore vigor, improve general health, promote good appetite, restore memory, and to basically serve as a preventative medicine and general tonic. |
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Scientific Name: Ocimum sanctum
Pharmacopoeia Name: None
Common Names: Holy Basil, Sacred Basil, Tulsi, Tulasi, Ocimum Tenuiflorum
Active Compounds: Carvacrol, Caryophylline, Ursolic Acid, Apigenin, Luteolin
Common Uses: Stress, Energy, Anti-Aging, Immune Booster, Anti-Inflammatory, Blood Purifier, Depression
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Holy Basil Overview: Holy Basil, also known as Tulsi, has an impressive array of health promoting, disease preventing, and life prolonging properties that have been described and documented over five millennia. In the past few decades, however, various benefits have been investigated and verified by modern scientific research. The recent research offers extensive evidence that Tulsi protects against and diminishes stress; augments stamina and endurance; boosts the body s efficient use of oxygen and enhances the immune system. Overall, Tulsi is a premier adaptogen, assisting the body and mind to adapt and cope with a wide range of physical, emotional, and chemical stresses, and to restore troubled physiological and psychological functions to a normal healthy state.
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Manufactured using only organically grown and wild harvested botanicals to ensure the most potent ingredients. |
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Manufactured using a lengthy maceration time for an unheard of 6 months, agitated on a daily basis to absolutely ensure the most effective extraction of its botanical properties. Most manufacturers use 2-3 day extraction processes that result in little more than a useless tinted liquid. |
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Manufactured using a 90 percent concentration of herbs to provide for an extremely saturated formula. Most manufacturers use a 10-40 percent concentration in their formulas. |
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Be sure to check out our complete page on our manufacturing process. |
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We recommend 2 droppers full (30-60 drops), 2 to 3 times daily in a glass of warm water or tea. Consistent use over a period of time is optimal. This formula is very effective in helping your body cope with emotional and stress related complications.
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