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I just saw a news article today that depression is on the rise. Many people have been helped by various herbs, and scientific studies support their experience. There are also a couple of lifestyle things you can do.

* Get direct sunlight for at least 15 minutes per day, exposing your face and as much of your arms as you can.

* One study found that people who eat low-fat yogurt are four times less likely to experience depression than those who never eat yogurt. Aim for a quart per week.

HYPERICUM: A tincture of the fresh-flowering tops of Hypericum perforatum is a well known anti-depression remedy. 2 to 10 droppersful per day. A dropperful is equivalent to 25 drops or 1/4 teaspoon.

LEMON BALM: A tincture of Melissa officinalis, in dropperful doses, have a gradual effect in helping lessen depression. Lemon Balm tea, 1-3 cups per day, may also be taken.

RHODIOLA: 1 to 3 droppersful of tincture of Rhodiola rosea is good against mild depression and unidentifiable feelings of listlessness and dissatisfaction.

CANNABIS: Then there's your old friend Mary Jane. A tincture of the female flower buds of Cannabis indica can stop sad memories, in doses of 3 to 10 drops. Cannabis can also be smoked, of course.

SAFFRON (threads pictured above): One study showed that 15 mg of Crocus sativus, taken twice a day for 8 weeks, gave as much improvement in mood as antidepressant drugs like Prozac or Tofranil. Saffron Tea is also as effective. To make it, use 5 to 6 strands of Saffron to a cup of boiling water, and add a bit of raw honey to sweeten. Take 1 or 2 cups per day.

*** Blessed be to those who serve the Great Mother and the Horned Father.

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