Why your mental health matters?
What is the definition of Mental Health? Mental health is a state of emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing. It influences how we think, feel, and cope with challenges. Disruptions may impair daily functioning. Common Mental Health Conditions Mental Health in South Africa vs Global How accessible is treatment in South Africa Snap Shot Summary Why is the South African Mental Health Score so low? 1. Historical & Structural Trauma 2. High levels of violence and crime South Africa has one of the world’s highest rates of violent crime, including gender-based violence (GBV), assaults, and robberies. • Survivors often develop …
Serotonin – the happy hormone
What is serotonin? Serotonin is created by a biochemical conversion process that combines tryptophan with tryptophan hydroxylase. Serotonin is also a neurotransmitter, although some consider it to be a hormone. Where is it produced? Serotonin is produced in the intestines and the brain. It is also present in the blood platelets as well as the central nervous system (CNS). Causes for low serotonin levels: Prolonged periods of stress may deplete serotonin levels Genetic factors, faulty metabolism, and digestive issues can impair absorption and breakdown of our food which can reduce the ability to build serotonin Poor and unbalanced diet Toxic …
Brain aneurysm – immediate medical attention is required
A brain aneurysm is a bulge or ballooning in a blood vessel in the brain. A brain aneurysm can leak or rupture and causes bleeding into the brain. Often a ruptured brain aneurysm occurs in the space between the brain and the thin tissues covering the brain. A ruptured aneurysm is life-threatening and requires immediate medical treatment. Most brain aneurysms don’t rupture and create health problems or cause other symptoms. Treatment for an unruptured brain aneurysm may be appropriate in some cases and may have the benefit that it can prevent a rupture in the future. Symptoms Ruptured aneurysm …
Prevent Alzheimer’s and Dementia with natural medicine and lifestyle modification
What is the point in living a long life and not remembering it? Stats 3/10 people over 70 complain about poor memory, concentration problems and confusion 1/10 is diagnosed with dementia and they normally move on to developing Alzheimer’s There is hope, you can prevent Alzheimer’s and Dementia 90 % of Alzheimer’s disease is preventable 1/100 Alzheimer’s patients are related to genes A recent trail at the University of Oxford confirmed that 53% of brain shrinkage associated with dementia were reduced with B6/B12/Folic Acid 90% of Alzheimer’s patients have Herpes Simplex virus 88% of Alzheimer’s tested positive for Helicobacter pylori …
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