Depression and mood swings are often secondary signs of deeper imbalances and may be connected to other areas of health. In many cases, underlying nutritional deficiencies can contribute to emotional lows and should be addressed promptly. In other instances, nervous system depletion or dysregulation may lead to fluctuations in one’s mental and emotional state.
Additional contributing factors may include hormonal imbalances, chronic stress, or improper dietary and lifestyle habits. According to Ayurveda, there are different types of low mood and emotional heaviness, each with its own causes and corresponding traditional therapeutic approaches.
Whether one experiences a subtle sense of sadness or a persistent emotional heaviness, traditional systems of healing offer holistic methods of support. When an individual is motivated and willing to implement dietary adjustments, adopt grounding lifestyle routines, and take herbal preparations traditionally used to uplift mood, meaningful progress is often possible.
"Client experiences shared here are anecdotal and reflect individual outcomes. No therapeutic results are implied."
Emily Burger, Ojai, CA (diet, weight, mood)
"Been sticking to my diet as prescribed & feeling so much better its actually amazing. I've taken everything out of my diet that aggravates my system (sugar, wheat, corn, dairy except goat cheese & some plain yogurt, potatoes, tomatoes, acidic fruits, everything on that list) & adding in cooling, soothing foods & adding in a lot more veggies & focusing on more protein!
I've lost another lb. 6 lbs total, pretty good for just a diet change." Emily Burger, Ojai, CA, May 2011
