Study || Turmeric vs. Prozac for Depression

A recent study has demonstrated that curcumin, which is found in turmeric, may be an effective treatment for individuals with major depressive disorder (without "suicidal ideation or other psychotic disorders"[1]).  The blind study evaluated three groups - those taking fluoxetine (also known as Prozac), those taking curcumin, and those taking a combination of the two.  Hmm ... could the day be near when turmeric is widely used to treat depression?  Check out the study for yourself:

SOURCE
[1] EFFICACY OF CURCUMIN IN MAJOR DEPRESSION (2013) 

MORE READS (EARLIER STUDIES)
POTENTIAL OF CURCUMIN AS ANTIDEPRESSANT (2009)
OVERVIEW OF CURCUMIN IN NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS (2010)

Omega-3 & Depression

It has been a while since I've written a soul-related post.  The following may be of interest to anyone with depression.  Of course, please consult with your doctor before stopping any medications or making any other changes to your routine.

"Emerging research suggests [omega-3 supplements] may be effective for people with mild depression or as an adjuvant to medication [1]."

1.  HEALTH SOURCE (2008)
2.  SCIENCEDAILY SOURCE (2010)