Being a "modern day Essene" I am interested in learning about natural methods of fighting depression. I am especially interested in food sources. I personally am taking anti depressants right now but they are not "happy pills" they basically restore the depleted "happy hormones" of the brain until the time comes when my own body has regained a level of balance.
The brain has a number of messengers called "happy messengers" Technically these are known as nerotransmitters or "biogenic amines" They don't just keep us happy, they energize us and help us to cope with pain and remain tranquil. Some examples of these "happy messengers" include Serotonin, noraderenaline (produced in the brain not by the adrenals) dopamine and a group of natural tranquilizers that are found in abundance in the brain. Other messengers are called "Sad Messengers" these neurotransmitters carry black and sombre messages. They tell the brain to be downhearted, cautious, and dispririted. An excess of sad messengers (caused by long term stress) makes us depressed, anxious, sleepless and fatigued. These are the messengers that dominate when we feel overwhelmed by life's demands. Examples of sad messengers are Cortisol and a group of enzymes that rob us of happy messengers.
Sad messengers are not all bad! They help to slow our body down when we are sick which enables us to recover quicker. We need a balance between the two messengers! (Source "The Anxiety Cure by Dr Archibald Hart")
So, what are some of the natural resoureces that we can take to help decrease the levels of Cortisol (a sad messenger) and increase the level of Seratonin (a happy messenger)?
Today I am going to talk about the benefits of WHEY PROTEIN
1) Stablilizes blood sugar and prevents diabetes by slowing assimiliation of carbohydrates into glucose in the blood stream.
2) Reduces stress and aleviates depression by slowing production of the powerful stress hormone, Cortisol. Promotes the release of Seratonin, a calming neurotransmitter.
3) Promotes fat loss by enhancing the release of glucagon (builds muscle burns fat) and inhibitin release of insulin (encourages fat storage)
4) Builds Muscle by stimulatin maxitmum protein synthesis.
5) Enhances the immune system by raising the body's levels of lutathione, which is a powerful antioxidant produced by the body to protect cells and neutralize toxins.
6) Increases exercise capacity.
Whey contains Alpha Lactalbulmin which boosts the body's level of Tryptophan, a building block of the feel good hormone, Seratonin by as much as 43%. Serontonin is a brain chemical that reduces hunger and boosts our sense of well being. When Serontonin is low (which can often happen on a low carb diet) You become increasingly dissatisfied with both food and life, making it hard to stick to a diet. When Seratonin levels are high we simply don't crave those sweet fattening foods! It is an interesting thing to note that many women experience intense sweet cravings around the time of their menstrual cycle, along with low moods. I wonder if this has anything to do with a decrease in the level of Seratonin and subsequent sweet cravings?
There are lots of other natural ways to reduce levels of Cortisol in the brain. Some of these include food such as good protein sources (Turkey is especially good) Oranges, Strawberries, Eggs, Fish and others.
It is interesting to note that raised Cortisol levels are also linked to obesity and difficulty with losing weight. Predominantly fat is distributed around the belly area. Lessening the cortisol will contribute to easier weight loss.
Cortisol is an interesting subject on its own! if you get chance take a look on the internet for more information.
Whey Powder is very easy and pleasant to take. I usually add two scoops to a glass of milk. I add a frozen banana and sometimes berries or other fruit that I may have on hand and blend. It is a good afternoon snack as it gets me through the difficult hours of pre dinner hunger! We buy our Whey Powder in a 4kg bucket from a supplier on Ebay. Be careful to choose 100% Whey Protein Powder and don't be fooled by the brands that add flavours and colours.
The brain has a number of messengers called "happy messengers" Technically these are known as nerotransmitters or "biogenic amines" They don't just keep us happy, they energize us and help us to cope with pain and remain tranquil. Some examples of these "happy messengers" include Serotonin, noraderenaline (produced in the brain not by the adrenals) dopamine and a group of natural tranquilizers that are found in abundance in the brain. Other messengers are called "Sad Messengers" these neurotransmitters carry black and sombre messages. They tell the brain to be downhearted, cautious, and dispririted. An excess of sad messengers (caused by long term stress) makes us depressed, anxious, sleepless and fatigued. These are the messengers that dominate when we feel overwhelmed by life's demands. Examples of sad messengers are Cortisol and a group of enzymes that rob us of happy messengers.
Sad messengers are not all bad! They help to slow our body down when we are sick which enables us to recover quicker. We need a balance between the two messengers! (Source "The Anxiety Cure by Dr Archibald Hart")
So, what are some of the natural resoureces that we can take to help decrease the levels of Cortisol (a sad messenger) and increase the level of Seratonin (a happy messenger)?
Today I am going to talk about the benefits of WHEY PROTEIN
1) Stablilizes blood sugar and prevents diabetes by slowing assimiliation of carbohydrates into glucose in the blood stream.
2) Reduces stress and aleviates depression by slowing production of the powerful stress hormone, Cortisol. Promotes the release of Seratonin, a calming neurotransmitter.
3) Promotes fat loss by enhancing the release of glucagon (builds muscle burns fat) and inhibitin release of insulin (encourages fat storage)
4) Builds Muscle by stimulatin maxitmum protein synthesis.
5) Enhances the immune system by raising the body's levels of lutathione, which is a powerful antioxidant produced by the body to protect cells and neutralize toxins.
6) Increases exercise capacity.
Whey contains Alpha Lactalbulmin which boosts the body's level of Tryptophan, a building block of the feel good hormone, Seratonin by as much as 43%. Serontonin is a brain chemical that reduces hunger and boosts our sense of well being. When Serontonin is low (which can often happen on a low carb diet) You become increasingly dissatisfied with both food and life, making it hard to stick to a diet. When Seratonin levels are high we simply don't crave those sweet fattening foods! It is an interesting thing to note that many women experience intense sweet cravings around the time of their menstrual cycle, along with low moods. I wonder if this has anything to do with a decrease in the level of Seratonin and subsequent sweet cravings?
There are lots of other natural ways to reduce levels of Cortisol in the brain. Some of these include food such as good protein sources (Turkey is especially good) Oranges, Strawberries, Eggs, Fish and others.
It is interesting to note that raised Cortisol levels are also linked to obesity and difficulty with losing weight. Predominantly fat is distributed around the belly area. Lessening the cortisol will contribute to easier weight loss.
Cortisol is an interesting subject on its own! if you get chance take a look on the internet for more information.
Whey Powder is very easy and pleasant to take. I usually add two scoops to a glass of milk. I add a frozen banana and sometimes berries or other fruit that I may have on hand and blend. It is a good afternoon snack as it gets me through the difficult hours of pre dinner hunger! We buy our Whey Powder in a 4kg bucket from a supplier on Ebay. Be careful to choose 100% Whey Protein Powder and don't be fooled by the brands that add flavours and colours.
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