Panic attacks
This Week in the HSI Forum
Could panic attacks be the result of a nutritional deficiency? This question is posed by an HSI member named Ursula in a Forum thread titled “Panic Attacks.”
A member named Peter believes it’s true, and suggests that Ursula have an amino acid profile done, adding, “Amino Acid imbalance can lead to all kinds of mood disorders. For example, if you’re low in glycine you’re likely to have panic attacks. I’ve only recently gotten over panic attacks myself and from personal experience I know you can just feel like you’re going to die. Take it from me, you won’t.”
Another suggestion is posted by a member named King who says, “I understand that if you have too much copper in your system, esp. from the water system, and not enough zinc you are prone to panic attacks.”
And the always-helpful Lance adds, “A deficiency in one or more of the B vitamins (especially folic, B1, B12) can lead to panic attacks.”
Finally, a member named Sue Ann simply states, “My panic attacks are caused by my kids.” Sounds like Sue Ann might benefit from some zinc, B vitamins, and an occasional babysitter.
Other topics of interest on the HSI Forum this week:
- 3 threads titled “Graviola,” the name of the Amazon rain forest tree whose extract has been used to fight cancer. (For more on the subject of treating cancer naturally, see Thursday’s e-Alert “Missing the Forest” below.)
- A question about “Root Canals” leads to a discussion about antibiotics, holistic dentistry, and the immune system.
- In a thread titled “Atkins Diet” members share their experiences – both pro and con – about the popular diet program.
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