09/01/2025
First, you have to understand what depression IS...
..It is a normal state of recovery.
What does this mean?
When the body needs to "rest and digest" or recover from a stressful event/illness/injury, you get depressed.
I'm sure you have been sick at some point in your life...what is one of the first symptoms...fatigue and lack of motivation...aka depression.
The key to depression is figuring out what your body is trying to recover from and giving it the nourishment and tools to heal and recover.
For some, it may be a nutritional deficiency or a genetic contribution, but for most, it is our body saying it just needs a break.
Some of the most important things to focus on when you are struggling with depression are:
1. Identify your trigger: this could be emotional, but it could also be physical. I've had several women with endometriosis have a complete reversal of their depression symptoms and have surgery.... The same goes for those who have gut dysbiosis that is corrected. Physical stress is often more common than emotional stress as a trigger.
2. Sleep: In order to recover (either cortisol or repair tissue damage), you have to sleep. Sleep apnea is a known cause of depression.
3. Eat Nourishing Foods: Several nutrients have been shown to increase depression rates, and eating a nutrient-dense diet can help reduce these.
4. Get help: If you have looked at these and feel you're doing pretty good but are still struggling, reach out and get help. This may mean counseling or working with a functional medicine provider who can help you get to the root of your symptoms.
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