Healing Depression, Naturally

Nearly one in five adults experiences depression. Among people with fibromyalgia, that rate rises to about 40%, which is similar to what’s seen in other serious conditions such as multiple sclerosis and cancer. It’s understandable, given the challenges of living with a life-disrupting illness that many doctors still struggle to treat effectively.

Much of our mood is influenced by biochemistry, though it’s far more complex than just a serotonin deficiency. As the saying goes, “Depression isn’t a Prozac deficiency.”

Other factors, such as immune and inflammatory changes along with nutritional deficiencies, play major roles in shaping how we feel. Fortunately, there are practical, evidence-based ways to help restore balance and move you from feeling depleted to feeling great again!

Psycho-Spiritual Steps to Reclaiming Joy

“I’m tired of feeling down and just want to be happy! Where do I start?”

A great place to begin is by addressing both the physical and psycho-spiritual sides of what you’re feeling. That’s a wise approach for nearly any illness, emotional or otherwise.

From a psychological standpoint, depression often masks repressed anger that’s been turned inward. This is why giving yourself permission to feel and express anger—even strong anger and with people around you—can sometimes be healing when you’re depressed. You can tell when it’s healthy anger becausebecause it feels good and brings a sense of release after your good hissy fit!

The key is awareness. Recognize that you are choosing to express anger, and remind yourself that it isn’t anyone else’s fault. When you allow yourself to feel that emotion without piling guilt on yourself and others, you may notice your depression easing—and that you actually feel lighter and more at peace after a good emotional release.

My short and sweet e-book, Three Steps to Happiness! Healing Through Joy (available on Amazon), guides you through three powerful psycho-spiritual steps to help you move beyond depression and rediscover genuine joy. These are:

Step 1. Feel all your feelings. Then let them go.

Allow yourself to fully experience whatever emotions arise, without needing to analyze or justify them. When a feeling no longer serves you, when it stops feeling good, release it. My book walks you through exactly how to do this with gentle, practical guidance.

Step 2. Make life a “no-fault” system.

Let go of blame, guilt, fault, judgment, and unrealistic expectations, both toward yourself and others. This shift takes practice, but it’s transformational. For instance, if you catch yourself judging someone, simply drop the judgment mid-thought. And if you notice yourself judging yourself for judging, let that go too.

Step 3. Keep your focus on what feels good.

We’ve been taught that focusing on problems is being “realistic.” That’s simply not true. Life is like a grand buffet with thousands of choices, and you get to decide where to place your attention. Choose the experiences that bring you joy. When something truly requires your attention, you’ll actually feel good addressing it. Otherwise, it’s like having 200 TV channels and only watching the ones you dislike. You deserve better programming!

Is it Depression or Illness?

How can I tell if I’m depressed or just dealing with illness?

Start by asking yourself a simple question: “Do I still have many interests?” If the answer is yes, you’re probably not dealing with depression itself. Instead, your low mood or lack of energy may be rooted in an underlying physical issue that’s affecting your energy.

Interestingly, one of the most reliable ways to identify depression is to ask directly: “Am I depressed?” If your honest answer is yes, you likely are experiencing depression, possibly along with other medical challenges that may also be contributing to your symptoms.

Addressing the Biochemistry of Mood

Happiness isn’t just a feeling — it has its own biochemistry. When your body has the right nutrients, your brain can create the neurotransmitters that fuel calm, joy, and motivation. Supporting this balance naturally can be surprisingly simple. (I recommend a good daily multivitamin powder. My favorite for this is the Energy Revitalization Drink Mix.)

Let’s walk through three key steps to nourish your mood from the inside out.

Step 1. Optimize Key Nutrients

Your brain chemistry depends on a steady supply of vitamins and minerals. One easy way to cover your bases is with a comprehensive daily multivitamin powder — such as the Energy Revitalization Drink Mix — which is specifically designed to support mood and energy.

Here’s why the nutrients in the vitamin powder drink mix make such a difference:

A. Vitamin B12 and Folic Acid

B12 and folate are essential for brain health, yet the typical Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) barely scratches the surface of what your body truly needs (in my opinion, RDA might as well stand for “Ridiculous Dietary Allowance!”). Aim for 600–1,800 mcg of vitamin B12 and 340 mcg DFE of activated 5-MTHF folate daily to ensure optimal levels reach the brain.

B. Riboflavin and Niacin

Think of riboflavin and niacin as your body’s energy currency printers. They help create NADH and FADH, the molecules that power nearly every cell. A deficiency in these B vitamins can lead to low energy and depression, underscoring their importance in maintaining emotional balance.

C. Vitamin B6

Low levels of vitamin B6 are strikingly common in people with depression, especially in women taking birth control pills or estrogen, both of which deplete B6. This vitamin is vital for producing serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine, the brain’s “feel-good” chemicals. Millions who rely on antidepressants might simply be missing this key nutrient.

D. Magnesium

Magnesium deficiency is the most common nutritional shortfall in the United States. While traditional diets (like those in China) provide around 650 mg of magnesium daily, processed Western diets average only about 250 mg. The result? More pain, fatigue, anxiety, and depression.

The bottom line? The RDAs simply aren’t enough. The Energy Revitalization Drink Mix is formulated to deliver all these nutrients at optimal levels.

Step 2. Balance Inflammation

When It comes to mood, chronic inflammation is another key player.

Research shows that a highly absorbable form of curcumin taken at 500 mg twice daily can be as effective as Zoloft for improving mood. This is the form of curcumin found in CuraMed® and Curamin®, as well as in the Saffron Lift™ discussed below. As a bonus, if you also experience pain, the Curamin pain relief mix provides both anti-inflammatory support and emotional uplift in one go.

Step 3. Optimize Neurotransmitters

Finally, let’s talk about the natural “happy spice” — saffron. Clinical studies have shown saffron to be as effective as prescription antidepressants for improving mood and emotional well-being. A simple daily supplement such as Saffron Lift™ can help naturally boost serotonin and support calm, focused happiness.

Making It Easy

So, are you ready to trade side effects for side benefits?

The simple, natural way to lift your mood and energy without the rollercoaster of traditional medications is Saffron Lift™, a remarkable EuroPharma product that combines saffron and a highly absorbable form of curcumin in a single capsule, taken twice daily.

For best results, I recommend pairing it with the Energy Revitalization Drink Mix each morning. Together, these two formulas provide comprehensive support for your brain, energy, and emotional well-being.

Stick with this combination for about six weeks, and don’t be surprised if you start to feel brighter, calmer, and more like yourself again.

It's time for you to feel good again!

P.S. Once you’re feeling better, talk with your physician about whether it’s time to gradually taper off any antidepressants you may be taking (though never stop abruptly, as doing so can cause withdrawal symptoms).