Good day, dear Holla Forums.
At the beginning of my message I would like to apologize if my topic does not belong to this board. I have chosen this board because I believe that more people are looking at it and I want to reach as many as possible. Hope this is okay and does not represent a problem.
With this thread I would like to share information with you, which I have made with orthomolecular medicine.
For those who do not know exactly what is meant by it: it is, so to speak, an alternative form of medicine, with the aim of preserving the health of us humans through highly dosed food supplements.
In other words, the aim of orthomolecular medicine is to improve the resistance of the individual body cells by "micronutrients". This strengthening of vitality and natural defenses in detail protects the whole organism from harmful influences - diseases can be treated effectively and avoid typical age problems.
In addition to known vitamins, trace elements and minerals, orthomolecular medicine also uses less known vital substances such as enzymes, amino acids and secondary plant substances.
I am well aware that some people consider this form as an absolute nonsense and may think:
- The supplement industry and alternative doctors just want to sell their products and make more money.
- It is not natural to take food in the form of tablets or powders.
- That's all just a placebo effect, nothing more. There is no or little evidence that this form of medicine has a effect.
- People hundreds of years ago (and even today) are absolutely healthy in many parts of the world (whether young or old) and do not need them.
I understand these points very well and do not want to deny that these may be true and correct, but I would like to draw your attention to this issue, as it has helped me personally in life to deal with some problems and difficulties.
I am firmly convinced that especially vitamins, e.g. D3, B3, B12, K2 and C can have a positive influence on our well-being. Of course, it would be possible and better to take all this through the sun and food, but unfortunately many do not have time and / or desire / money.
In addition, there may be a job where people spend eight hours or more in an office, sitting the most time on a chair and barely moving. This modern lifestyle is perhaps not the healthiest.
I myself could "cure" some mental problems such as depressive moods, obsessive-compulsive disorder and anxiety with a high dose of niacin (vitamin B3), D3, B12 and C.
A few studies, if someone is interested:
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Treatment of depression: time to consider folic acid and vitamin B12.: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Understanding nutrition, depression and mental illnesses: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Vitamin D and Depression: Where is all the Sunshine?: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Vitamin B12 Deficiency and Depression in the Elderly: Review and Case Report: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Nutritional therapies for mental disorders: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Brain foods: the effects of nutrients on brain function: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Vitamin D and Depression: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
B Vitamins and the Brain: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Nutrition and Schizophrenia: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Vitamins in psychiatry. Do they have a role?: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Vitamin therapy in schizophrenia.: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
The Role of Vitamins and Minerals in Psychiatry: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Nutritional factors and hair loss.: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Hair loss in long-term or home parenteral nutrition: are micronutrient deficiencies to blame?: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Orthomolecular medicine: the therapeutic use of dietary supplements for anti-aging: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Additional sources:
orthomolecular.org
ionhealth.ca
doctoryourself.com
dominatedepression.com
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If you are looking for vitamin C pioneers, I recommend the following people with a good conscience: Linus Pauling, Irwin Stone, Robert Cathcart, Frederick Klenner, Archie Kalokerinos. However, there are many more who recommend highly dosed vitamin C to cure various diseases.
Your opinion would interest me. What do you think of it and have you had your own experiences?