List of Brain and Mental Health Issues

“To keep the body in good health is a duty… otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear.” Buddha

Although brain and mental health are distinct diagnoses, they both can be treated successfully using a holistic approach that integrates modern medicine with natural therapies.

Prescription medications (e.g. Prozac, Xanax, Wellbutrin, etc.) may help temporarily, but they often lose potency over time resulting in higher doses or the need for a new medication. In addition, they do not address the underlying imbalance or heal the body.

A variety of lab testing can help identify the root of the problem. For example, the intestines or “gut” are the primary storage of the brain neurotransmitter, Serotonin. Instead of having typical gastrointestinal symptoms such as constipation, nausea, or bloating, many people will experience fatigue, mood disorders, weight gain, or poor concentration if their serotonin levels are not optimal.

Holistic doctors emphasize that to heal the brain, you must first heal the gut. This is not accomplished with prescription drugs.

Specific functional medicine testing and analysis are used in designing individualized treatment regimens, which provide long-term holistic solutions to mood disorders such as anxiety and depression.