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The Book				Depressed Mood & Menopause by Joseph J Collins, RN ND
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				Addressing the Special Needs of Depressed Mood in Perimenopause, Menopause & Postmenopause In contrast to a diagnosed case of clinical depression that requires medical intervention; depressed moods may emerge as one of many symptoms during perimenopause, menopause & postmenopause. Depressed mood may often occur with memory problems, difficultly concentrating and other signs of decreased neuro-cognitive function in menopause. This decreased neurocognitive function is most often due to the declining function of estrogens and androgens. It is important to note that decreased testosterone function will eventually results in depressed mood in both genders. Decreased Thyroid function also plays a significant role in depressed mood. Since women are statistically much more likely to have hypothyroid function than men, assessment of thyroid function should always be assessed when depressed mood presents in any woman. It is important to realize that decreased thyroid function can be present even if lab tests show normal thyroid hormone levels. By supporting the normal function of hormone producing tissues, and of tissues that respond to these hormones, including the brain, significant restoration of memory and concentration ability can be achieved.
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Essential fatty acids with a high DHA:EPA ratio are important for neurological function, including mood. Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) also modifies all cell membranes and improves the cells ability to accept hormone signals, including androgens, estrogens and thyroid hormones.
Insulin resistance and blood sugar imbalances should also be addressed when depressed mood presents because the nervous system is very sensitive to unstable blood sugar levels. Keep in mind that excessive progesterone has a sedating affect and may precipitate or contribute to depressed mood in patients who take too much progesterone through self medication. Improving mood through enhanced hormone function requires first & foremost healthy lifestyle and dietary habits as discussed in the Understanding Hormone Restoration document.
Addressing the underlying cause will relieve the additional stress on the nervous system, and allow a significant restoration of memory and concentration ability.
Decreased Testosterone Function:
Proper testosterone function supports neurocognitive mood, motivation and drive. Since that decreased testosterone function will eventually results in depressed mood in both genders, evaluation of testosterone function is an important assessment with depressed mood.
		Testo-Gain^™ - This formulation supports the normal response of the nervous system to androgens. Enhanced mood, motivation, drive, confidence, and feelings of self-worth are associated with optimal testosterone function. More information on Testo-Gain^™
Decreased Estrogen Function:
Proper estrogen function supports sense of wellbeing, mood stability, and tolerance to stress. When there is depressed mood in women, estrogen function should be evaluated.
		Estro-Mend^™- Most of the herbs in this formulation have significant ability to enhance stress tolerance. Published clinical data suggests that black cohosh may be useful for the treatment of menopausal symptoms, including stress & depression. More information on Estro-Mend^™.
Decreased Thyroid Function:
Proper thyroid function supports all neurocognitive functions such a mood and motivation. Generalized complaints of decreased cognitive function such as “brain fog”, difficulty thinking, and depressed mood, may be associated with decreased thyroid function.
		Thyro-Mend^™ should be used if suboptimal thyroid function is suspected. More information on Thyro-Mend^™
Inadequate Essential Fatty Acid:
DHA improves function of brain and nerve tissue through docosahexaenoic acid signaling pathways, which decrease inflammation and support normal nerve functions involved in mood, memory function, learning ability, and proper sleep.
Opti DHA - provide high DHA:EPA ratio of essential fatty acids to improve nerve functions involved in mood, memory function, learning ability, and proper sleep.
Blood Sugar Disorders
Feelings of confusion, disorientation, depressed mood, unstable mood as well as fatigue, anxiety, or any other symptoms that worsen after a meal suggest that there is an unhealthy shift of blood sugar levels. Since the brain is very sensitive to changes in blood sugar - from low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) to high blood sugar (hyperglycemia & diabetes), all forms of blood sugar disorder should be treated seriously.
Glucobrium should be used if mood problems or diminished concentration skills occur after eating, especially if there are blood sugar disorders in family.
Also Review:
			Understanding Hormone Restoration
			Protocols based on Menopause Primary Concern
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