Oregano Oil for Depression

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Oregano Oil for Depression

Sunday, March 25, 2012 - Byron s, CCN

http://www.wellnessresources.com/health/articles/oregano_oil_for_depression/

In November 2010 I explained how researchers had demonstrated that oregano

could boost dopamine levels, in turn helping a person have a better mood and

motivational drive. A new study along these same lines has found that

oregano can boost serotonin levels as well. Low serotonin and dopamine are

two common findings in individuals struggling with mood.

Oregano was actually shown to act on three key neurotransmitter systems

(serotonin, dopamine, and noradrenaline). It was found to inhibit reuptake

of these neurotransmiiters, thereby leaving more of them available in nerve

synapses for better nerve transmission. In this animal study not only was

the neurotransmiiter status boosted, but there was also direct behavioral

improvement demonstrating the anti-depressant effect.

The researchers concluded that oregano " may be effective in enhancing mental

well-being in humans. " Oregano is a powerful natural immune support

compound with a mood enhancing twist.