Natural Remedies for Depression

Many people rely on prescription medications to relieve depression but feeling low is a message from your body.  There are many natural remedies to restore balance and relieve depression but it's very important that the underlying cause be dealt with to cure the affliction.

Natural Remedies for Depression - St. John's Wort

St. John's Wort is one of the best and most effective natural remedies for depression.  It can take up to six weeks to begin working but it does work fabulously.

Ingredients:
St. John's Wort Extract

Directions:
Take three hundred milligrams of the extract three times per day.

Although it can take up to six weeks to begin working, do not stop taking it after this time period.  Continue this treatment daily for maximum benefits.  The capsule form can also be taken in place of the extract if necessary.

Natural Remedies for Depression - Aromatherapy Bath

This aromatherapy bath is one of the best natural remedies for mild depression.  It will nurture you when you are feeling low.  Relax with the lovely scent of essential oils and let them melt your troubles away.

Ingredients:
10 drops lavender essential oil
5 drops bergamot essential oil

Directions:
Run a warm bath and add the essential oils while the water is still running.
Swirl with your hands to combine.
Soak your body for at least twenty minutes, inhaling the beautiful scents and relaxing.

Although this is one of the best natural remedies for mild depression, if you have severe depression and/or anxiety, please seek the help of a qualified medical professional as soon as possible.