Bad mood, apathy, desire to lie downbed and sleep all day - many women are familiar with such symptoms of depression firsthand. The causes of the disease can be absolutely different, but it usually appears after the girl has suffered a serious nervous shock. Not everyone can recognize depression, since not everyone even knows how it usually manifests itself. Remember: the very first signs of the disease are constant mood swings, increased tearfulness, irritability. All this is accompanied by negative thoughts and a pessimistic attitude, both towards life and towards all the people around you. The most important thing is to always listen to yourself. If you feel that you cannot cope with the problem yourself, then you need to seek medical help from a specialist. You can also resort to traditional medicine, which saved our mothers and grandmothers from all problems. Nowadays, almost no one is treated with herbs, spells, etc. But it is worth a try. It is very important that you do not lose hope and always believe only in a good result. Plus, remember that these are additional measures, not the main treatment.
How to overcome depression correctly: we are treated with folk remedies
Depression is very difficult to overcome, but it isshould be done as quickly as possible, since an advanced disease can develop into a more serious psychological disorder. In folk medicine, there are many different methods that will help you overcome this problem. You can choose any treatment option for yourself. For example, experts recommend doing sports, starting to eat right. But do not forget to take pills, visit a psychologist or psychoanalyst, go to special trainings. Remember, treating depression with folk remedies is a double-edged sword.
- Correct and balanced nutrition
Chocolate is the best cure for depression.This has been said more than once. Moreover, experts recommend eating only those sweets that were made from natural cocoa. Plus, first of all, with this disease, it is necessary to add to your diet foods that will help increase the content of tryptophan and amino acids in the body. Also, do not forget about the beneficial properties of carbohydrates, which instantly lift the mood of the fair sex. However, you must understand that nutrition should be varied and balanced. Otherwise, if you switch to cakes, chocolates and ice cream, your mood will deteriorate again, but this time because of the kilograms you have gained. Carbohydrates are a tricky thing! Unfortunately, many forget about this. So, you must add fish and a small amount of nuts to your diet. As for corn and sunflower oil, girls should reduce the consumption of these products to a minimum. Thanks to this way of eating, the body will receive the necessary substances that have a beneficial effect on the psychological state. Another advantage of a balanced diet is that you can not only help yourself cope with depression, but also completely heal your body. Eat foods that contain vitamins necessary for our health as often as possible. Vitamin deficiency has never done anyone any good - that's a fact. By the way, this problem concerns women who are constantly losing weight, giving up food in favor of diets and fasting. Vitamins play an important role in the treatment of depression. Therefore, try to buy fresh vegetables and fruits even in winter. And learn how to cook properly. The problem is that after heat treatment, many useful elements simply disappear. Therefore, give preference to steaming rather than frying in sunflower oil. What should women eat if they have depressive syndrome? Vitamin B-3. It is found in fatty fish, pork, chicken, legumes, whole grains, as well as in many cereals. Vitamin B-12 and potassium – these substances are great for fighting apathy and bad mood, which most women experience before their period. And calcium intake will help the fair sex recover after childbirth. Unfortunately, after carrying a child, many young mothers become depressed. Thus, almost all B vitamins help improve physical and emotional state. If you are taking any medications against depression, this vitamin will make them more effective. However, you should first consult a specialist.
- Sports and exercise
Exercise is another greata way to overcome depression in the early stages, to lift a bad mood. So, physical exercises have never harmed anyone. On the contrary, they have always had a beneficial effect not only on the body, but also on the soul of a person. Even if your job is connected with constant movement, you should still devote at least 30 minutes a day to training in the gym. For example, the best remedy for depression is dancing. You reveal yourself, your soul, forget about all the problems and troubles. If you cannot go to fitness or aerobics in the gym every day, then try to do sports at home for at least 20 minutes. This can be a morning jog, a walk with your loved one or friends in the fresh air, exercise. Just do it not through force, forcing yourself to get up at the first roosters crow, but try to get only good emotions from everything. There is also a whole range of certain exercises, the implementation of which will not take much time. But after them, your mood will improve, you will have strength and a desire to work further. Plus, you will be able to stretch your tired muscles after a hard day at work. So, stand straight in front of the mirror. You need to get up and stretch your arms up, as if you are trying to reach the ceiling. Look at your reflection. If the corners of your lips are down and there is emptiness in your eyes, just smile, even if you don’t really want to do it. Now repeat everything again (3-4 times). Let’s move on to the next exercise. Spread your arms as wide as possible to create the impression that you have been waiting for someone for a long time and finally met them. You wanted to hug this person tightly, so that their bones crunch. Then lower your arms, stand in this position for 5 seconds. Repeat 7 more times. And the last task that will help overcome depression. Press your fingers to your thighs, then start rubbing them vigorously. Rub your legs, ankles, feet, knees, back. If you wish, you can buy a special massager or a hard shower brush. By giving your body physical exercise, you can easily overcome the onset of depression. Please note: you should not go to the gym more than twice a week. Otherwise, you can exhaust yourself. Sports should be enjoyable.
- Decoctions and tinctures
Remember some names of herbs thatwill help you forget about what depression is. St. John's wort is an excellent remedy with which you can improve your psycho-emotional state. A decoction of it acts as a sedative, so you will feel calmer and more confident throughout the day. But you should know that St. John's wort is not compatible with other herbs and medications. It also reduces the effectiveness of antibiotics, so you should not self-medicate without warning your doctor. Do not take the decoction during hot times of the day. If you cannot do without it, then in late spring, summer and early autumn try to spend as little time in the sun as possible. Regular valerian tincture can also help. Please note: you need to drink it more than once every six months, when you suddenly feel ill, your mood is down, or you have a nervous breakdown. Valerian must be taken for a long time, since it begins to have a beneficial effect on the body only after it accumulates in it. The tincture is an excellent calming agent, so many women abuse it. Be careful, as it acts as a mild sleeping pill to some extent. So, if you take valerian and get behind the wheel, you will feel sleepy. As a result - an accident on the road. Therefore, do not choose it if you have a difficult day ahead. And, conversely, in the evening you can take the medicine. And then you will have a healthy and sound sleep. Good rest will help you get out of a difficult and restless state faster. Valerian can be taken with any medications. The most important thing is to know when to stop. In case of overdose, side effects may appear, that is, vision will deteriorate, heart rhythm will be disturbed. Read the instructions in advance and familiarize yourself with the precautions.
- Drinks from fruit, green tea
We treat ourselves with tea and natural juices.With their help, you will definitely get rid of depression. The most interesting thing is that almost every housewife has most of these medicines at home. The main thing is not to be lazy in preparing fresh drinks. For example, tea should be brewed every day, not once a week, constantly adding fresh boiling water. Drink with sugar or honey - it all depends on your preferences and wishes. You can also add a couple of lemon slices, orange zest. It is not only tasty, but also good for your health! Herbal teas help to cope with depression quite well. Chamomile, nettle, coltsfoot - such goodness can be purchased at any pharmacy. It is only important to know which herb to take to restore the nervous system. Usually, manufacturers write this on the packaging. A very useful remedy that is recommended for women to take for depression is a banana. This product can be consumed in any form. You can either just eat two fruits a day, or make puree from it. Pears and apples are no less effective products that improve mood. Treating depression with these fruits will not only be tasty, but also effective. Just try to buy products grown in your region of residence. Tropical and foreign delicacies are sometimes completely devoid of all vitamins and nutrients.
- Aroma oils
It can also be used for depressionaromatic oils that have a tonic, calming and strengthening effect on the body. Only essential oils should be selected for each person individually. What is sold in the markets and is called "for all ills", unfortunately, is either useless or can even cause an allergic reaction. So, for example, oils with basil, lemon and rose are considered good. You can use this product in different ways. Someone prefers to take baths or lubricate their temples, others add it to masks and balms. If you want to avoid direct contact with the skin, just pour a few drops into a special lamp at night. You will be surprised by the result. Apathy and headaches will pass, your mood will rise, and your well-being will improve.
- Balms and vitamin cocktails
Depression can be fought with honey,lemon and dried fruits. Among other things, thanks to such a vitamin cocktail, you can strengthen your immunity. So, mix 150 g of natural honey, 5 lightly fried walnuts in a frying pan, lemon juice and 200 g of dried apricots in a glass container. Let it brew for a couple of days. The resulting remedy should be consumed an hour before meals (1 tbsp three times a day). You can also cope with the disease with the help of a homemade balm. You will need the following ingredients: valerian drops (1 tbsp), hop cones (2 tsp), marshmallow root, oregano, mint, chamomile, black tea (1.5-2 tbsp). First, take black tea, mix it with all the above herbs in an enamel pan. Then pour boiling water over it all (use only filtered or mineral water) and continue to cook. Cover the container with a lid, turn off the heat and leave to brew for about 15 minutes. Cool, pour into a glass container. Store in the refrigerator. Take 100 ml (1/2 cup) 3 times a day. Tea balm has calming and relaxing properties.
How to get rid of depression and bad mood
Of course, give a 100% guarantee thateach of the above methods of traditional medicine will help you overcome depression, it is impossible. The attitude of loved ones and relatives plays an important role in the treatment of this psychological disorder. It is clear that in such a state it will be very difficult for you to find a common language with relatives and others, as everything will irritate and make you nervous. Plus, you yourself must make an effort to return to a full life. Try not to pour out all your negativity on the people you communicate with. And believe me, every person who notices the metamorphoses happening to you will try to help you cope with the problem. A few tips that will help you quickly return to normal:
- Do not sit still
Cheerful and friendly people will help you overcome depressioncompanies, some kind of passion or hobby. Think about it, maybe there is something you have wanted to do for a long time? If you manage to realize your dream, it will be a great push for you. Whatever happens, start your life from scratch and forget about all the psychological shocks.
- Do not drive yourself into a depression
If you like to watch movies that onlydepress the nervous system, be sure to give up this hobby. These can be, for example, horrors, action films, dramas. Because watching such a video that does not bring positive emotions will only worsen the situation. Massage (with aromatic oils and special ointments) is excellent in the fight against depression. Having visited a beauty salon, you will be able not only to relax during the procedure, but also after several sessions, once and for all forget what a bad mood is. All of the above methods are good and effective. The most important thing is that you yourself want to return to a full life. Avoid any stress, look at everything with a smile, set yourself up only for a good future. Listen to classical music, as it has an amazing calming effect on the psyche. Eat what you like, pamper yourself with various trinkets. Finally, buy yourself that thing you have long dreamed of. Go for walks more, as fresh air will help get rid of all negative thoughts. Smile more, even if there is not the slightest desire. And then the bad mood will pass you by.
