Tag: mood stabilization

Pharmacological Effects of Ginseng: Multiple Constituents and Multiple Actions on Humans

This systematic review explores the diverse pharmacological effects of ginseng, focusing on its active compounds—ginsenosides and polysaccharides—and their impact on human health. Drawing from 20 years of clinical studies, primarily in developed countries, the review highlights ginseng’s adaptogenic properties, which help regulate physiological processes and promote homeostasis. It demonstrates beneficial

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Depression and the menopause: why antidepressants are not enough?

The study titled “Depression and the menopause: why antidepressants are not enough?” (Menopause International, 2009, PMID: 19465674) explores the link between menopause and depression, highlighting that postmenopausal depression is often more severe, insidious, and resistant to conventional antidepressants. Key findings suggest that combining hormone therapy (HT) with antidepressants results in

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