Could Addressing Inflammation Help With Symptoms of Depression?

Chronic inflammation in the brain has been linked to an extensive list of mental illnesses, including depression. Depression is commonly thought to be a result of low levels of “feel good” chemicals in the brain, and antidepressant medications are commonly used to boost levels. But some doctors are finding that not all patients respond to these medications, indicating that there may be other causes of depression at work. One of those causes is likely brain inflammation. Although inflammation is an important part of a healthy immune response, it can become a problem if things get out of balance. If this happens, there are effective ways to reduce brain inflammation to low levels that may also reduce or eliminate symptoms of depression. Some of the best ways to keep inflammation in check include eating a diet high in anti-inflammatory foods, increasing physical activity, and filling any nutritional gaps with targeted supplements that focus on boosting both the brain and overall health. Read more…