TV commercials recently show us about the scare of mental impairment from Alzheimer’s Disease. The aging relative who cannot remember the granddaughter’s name or the elder spouse who puts her house keys in the ice box have caused alarm. This has been augmented by spam promoting the latest mental formula, which one presumably needs if he forgets something which is part of his daily routine.

But how much of a problem like this, if you have one, is related to body chemistry? That is, if you are a little forgetful now and then, is it due to a lack of oxygen in your brain cells, which can be corrected by combination of choline and ginkgo biloba, for instance? Or, is your forgetfulness due to preoccupation with something more pressing, or possibly an aversion to what you have to do. In other words, is it a question of body chemistry or psychology? Read the rest of this entry »

Celexa is an antidepressant used to treat clinical depression in patients. It is prescribed as a “selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor” used to balance serotonin in the brain, providing relief from depression.

While Celexa can be effective, this medication is under alert by the FDA when combined with Triptan medications. Be sure your doctor knows all medications you are on, and do not stop this medication without your doctor as you could have possible serious side effects. Read the rest of this entry »

Are you in that difficult phase? You would surely know if you are. It’s called puberty. What makes the teen years so darn hard? It’s not like kids have much responsibility. They go to school, typically avoid any and all chores, and maybe work part-time so that they have money for the weekend. Does that sound stressful? Oh wait, I know what the big dilemma is; it’s that darn transition toward adulthood. Well, and maybe the gargantuan outbreaks of zits. Granted, kids do have it rough in some respects. It’s probably already difficult enough to struggle for acceptance without the burden of acne. Read the rest of this entry »

Do you want to know what one of the greatest confidence-breakers is? It’s not a junky car, a job making minimum wage, or a miniscule bicep. These are not that big of a deal. In fact, all can be remedied with proper time and drive. I am referring to a burden that attacks you from puberty. Yes indeed folks, it’s the zit. Read the rest of this entry »