b'WELLBEING| tions. They have been found to increase immu-When a headache is severe, an ice nity, reduce inflammation in the brain, and pack can often decrease severity.decrease depression.Bergland (Psychology Today, 2012) on the added discussion of the neurochemicals of pad tends to decrease discomfort. Contrastfoods, and wellness purposes (youngliving. happiness, has detailed the neurotransmitter, heat, followed by cold (each for ten-minutecom.,2019). The science of the sense of smellGABA. GABA is the anti-anxiety molecule periods), can be an option following a minorcan be a factor in providing health benefits. that slows down the firing of neurons and cre-injury. When we are hurting, we tend toEssential oil products help provide calming,ates a sense of calmness.forget the natural non-medication basicsbalancing, and wellness results. CinnamonGABA can be increased by regular partic-that can provide fast and sufficient pain relief. bark, taken orally as oil, helps with digestionipation in yoga or meditation. These natural As mentioned previously, for pain or red- and immunity. activities have added choices to previously ness that increases, please seek medicalAn oral oil citrus mix of orange, grapefruit,mentioned diet and supplement options.consultation. and spearmint blended with other oils helps The basics of supplements and non-medicalwith motivation and hydration. The oil can bePAST AND PRESENT NATURAL CHOICES healing methods can include a daily diet thatadded when cooking. FOR WELLNESSalready includes many of the needed nutrients. A skin applicator with essence of lavender,This article has presented information for cedarwood, and chamomile is inhaled. Thecurrent natural wellness choices.THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET reported results are an increase in the feelingIt is quite interesting that Hippocrates, Of the many popular and published diets, it isof tranquility. A mix of vanilla, lime, and lav- (Wikipedia.org.,2019) considered to be the likely that the most recommended for contin- ender along with other oils tends to increaseFather of Medicine in many years past, seemed ued healthy results is the Mediterranean Diet.ability to handle stress. to agree with current concepts.It is mentioned for wellness by many medicalThere is also research reported in the litera- Hippocrates expressed, Healing is some-corporations, health maintenance plans, andture of natural health. times a matter of opportunity let food be care providers.medicine.nNamed for the area of the world from whichRESEARCH TO SUPPORT WELLNESSthe diet principles originated, this is really aAuthors Lee and Bradbury (medicalxpress. Kate Noonan has a degree in Social Ecology healthy, daily style of eating. It emphasizescom, 2018) have written of five types ofand a Masters in Occupational Therapy with health, wellness, and nutritious food choices. foods that increase psychological well-being. a specialization in mental health. Her current It is associated with a reduced risk of heartComplex carbohydrates (fruit, vegetables,focus is medical writing in mental health-re-disease, cancer, Parkinsons disease, andwhole grains) tend to release glucose slowly,lated subjects.dementia. unlike sugar-based foods, which tend to The Mediterranean Diet suggests eatingincrease mood swings.REFERENCESplant-based foods (vegetables, nuts); healthyThe antioxidants in fruits and vegetables Lee, Megan and Bradbury, Joanne. fats, such as olive oil; using herbs, rather than(particularly, in brightly colored items, such as(09/10/2018).Five Types of Food that Increase salt; significantly limiting red meat; eating fishblueberries) act to decrease inflammation inPsychological Well-Being.In https://medi-weekly; and drinking one glass of red winethe brain and body. calxpress.com/news/2018-09-food-psycho-daily, if desired. It also mentions the necessary,Omega 3 fatty acids (fish, nuts, seeds, leafylogical-well-being. htmlhealthy benefits of exercise. vegetables, eggs) tend to increase brain func-Bergland, Christopher.(11/29/2012). The diet includes fruits, vegetables, pasta,tioning and decrease depression. The Neurochemicals of Happiness.In rice, and whole grains. Bread is dipped in oliveFoods with B vitamins play a large role in thehttps://www.psychology today.com/oil. Dairy products are limited to low-fat milk,production of the neurotransmitters, sero- us/blog/theathletes-way/201211/yogurt, and reduced-fat cheese. tonin and dopamine. Found in green vegeta- the-neurochemicals-happinessIn addition to a new diet, one may wish tobles, beans, and bananas, the vitamins B6, B12, Young Living Essential Oils. (2019). In explore the benefits of essential oils for addedand folate can protect against depression https://www.youngliving.com/blog/health benefits. and too-low amounts can increase depressiondo-essential-oils-reallly-work/severity.Hippocrates (2019).In https://en.wikipedia.ESSENTIAL OILS FOR SUPPORT OFGood and bad gastrointestinal bacteria influ- org/wiki/HippocratesWELLNESS ence our mood, behavior, and brain health. The use of essential oils for wellness began asPrebiotics and probiotics found in yogurt,Notes:This writer expresses appreciation to far back as the ancient Egyptians and Romans.cheese, and foods such as sauerkraut workAnne, Dr. Elizabeth, and others for discussions They used oils for spiritual needs, flavor ofon similar pathways as antidepressant medica- regarding wellness.10 MENTAL HEALTH|2019| www.elitecme.com'