My therapist gave me an interesting article to read that was written by Dr. David Williams in the Alternatives For The Health-Conscious Individual (April 2008). I thought I would share some interesting information from the article, the parts I'm quoting are the parts I thought were most important and I am directly quoting from the article:



For most people, depression is particularly linked to three different gland systems: the adrenals, the thyroid, and the pituitary. If you want to totally correct the problem, instead of just mask the symptoms, the health of one gland must be improved - and oftentimes all three.

The adrenal glands help in many areas: regulating blood sugar and blood pressure, producing hormones, balancing mineral levels, and assisting the body in dealing with all types of stress. When the adrenal glands are unable to handle these duties for some reason, then, as a matter of survival, the thyriod gland is called on to do what it can to take up the slack. And then when both the adrenals and the thyroid become fatigued and overworked to the point of exhaustion, the pituitary or "master gland" starts pumping out various "stimulating" hormones trying to rev up the whole glandular system - but at that point it's like beating a dead horse.

Further along in the article, he says this:

The lack of high-quality essential fatty acids in the diet also places an extra burden on the pituitary, particularly when combined with under-functioning adrenal and thyroid glands. This helps explain why adding fish oil to the diet of many people will dramatically improve their mood and brain function. Studies have shown time and time again that deficiencies in omega-3 essential fatty acids (like those found in fish oil and chia seed) are directly linked to increased levels of depression, suicidal tendencies, aggression, hostility, and violence.

Again, further along...

Over the last century, the diet in most western countries has changed dramatically. In the process, dietary omega-3 oils have been almost completely eliminated through the substitute omega-6 rich oils like soy, corn, and sunflower.

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Studies have shown that when animals are deprived of omega-3 fatty acids over a period of two generations, their offspring lose the ability to release both dopamine and serotonin effectively.

In the article, Dr. Williams recommends several supplements to aid in the rebuilding of the glandular system:

Adrenal Support:
Drenamin - 3 tablets a day. For the greatest effect, break tablets in half and chew 1/2 tablet six different times during the day between meals.

What you should notice while taking Drenamin:

• more energy
• less fluctuation in blood sugar levels
• relief from headaches, dizziness, lightheadedness
• decreased mood swings and depression
• less anger and more even temperament
• more toleration of bright lights
• better sleep
• increased ability to cope with stress

Thyroid Support:
Thytrophin PMG - 2-3 tablets a day, chewing between meals
Iosol

What you should notice while taking Thytrophin and Iosol:

• lifting of the "brain fog" and clearer thinking
• newfound energy
• improvement of the skin
• regrowth of the hair on the outside end of the eyebrows
• less confusion, memory loss and depression
• better circulation to the feet and hands
• loss of excess weight
• improved bowel regularity

Pituitary Support:

Pituitrophin PMG- 3 tables a day, chewed between meals for a period of at least 2 months, possibly three.
High quality fish oil from capsuls OR
2 tbs chia seeds daily.

While taking Pituitrophin PMG and omega-3 oils you might feel

• a feeling of calmness
• less feelings of desperation and depression
• decreased aches and pains
• better sleep
• overall sense of well-being
• less aggression, hostility and anger
• decreased desire for alcohol, depressants , or stimulants
• less food cravings, particularly sugar.

I hope this has been helpful for some. I do have the whole article here if anyone is interested, he explains how to do a home test for thyroid function.

Wow, wow. Can you send me this article? I would like to take it to my docs. Do you need my e-mail or can you send it somehow through this site? I have heard about the omega oils, but never heard it could be connected to glands and such.

Hi Murphy's Law,

I will scan the article later tonight and send it to anyone who would like to read it. Shoot me your email addy in a PM and I'll get it to you later!

Best,
Rachel

My mom gets Dr. Williams' newsletter and told me about this a few days ago - but not all of it. She is away now but when she comes back next week, I'm going to get it. Thanks for sharing - mom didn't tell me the whole of the article, just a portion of it. I am desperate right now for relief from depression and from being overwhelmed - maybe this will help. Gonna' go grab a tablespoon of cod liver oil before I turn in...