Depression is something that is very, very serious and can seriously mess you up emotionally and physically.  While there are many different medications that you can take for depression, I can promise you that natural remedies are going to be your best bet.  Not only are there a ton of different ones out there, but one could be sitting right on your tabletop.

Salt has been proven as a positive treatment for depression.  The reason is because salt actually triggers the mind to release a pleasant response, thus relieving any tension or depression that you might be having in your mind at that moment.

While most people say that too much salt is going to harm you, your body will actually crave salt if you do not eat it.

First, we have stress. There are many possible causes of stress, which can cause or worsen depression.

Then we have trauma. Persons may suffer PTSD or Post – Traumatic Stress Disorder from intense physical or emotional trauma or abuse can lead to long periods of depression and other psychological difficulties.

Reduced sun exposure is said to play a role in depression. There were cases wherein people experience decreased mood during winter months.

Genetics can also be a factor in depression. But it doesn’t mean that you are vulnerable to the problem if you have one or more relatives who suffered the condition.

There are diseases that can cause depression, like hypothyroidism, which is caused by a deficiency of thyroid hormone.

Changes in body levels of some substances can precipitate depression. For instance, when the levels of estrogen in women and testosterone in men decline, they may experience mood swings and depression together with some physiological changes.

Recent studies have also revealed that vitamin D is also linked to depression when in low level.

People drink alcohol to disregard their problems and to get away momentarily from depression. Although they’re not aware of the fact that alcohol makes brain function sluggish and directly worsen depression.

And lastly, there are medications that include depression on their list of possible side effects. An example is propranolol (Inderal) and metoprolol (Lopressor). Don’t worry too much though, there are some daily remedies to fight depressions, and we’re sure they’ll help you out tremendously!

A number of people with depression have reported to struggle more in managing their condition during winter. This fits the profile of people suffering from SAD or seasonal affective disorder which usually triggers depression during autumn and early winter. There have also been documented cases of individuals being more prone to depression during the summer months.

A study in the United States shows that around 4 to 6 percent of the population is suffering from seasonal affective disorder. A Cleveland health facility cites that around 10 to 20 percent of the population may struggle with more mild winter depression. SAD is a common occurrence with individuals between the ages of 20 and 40 years old.

Some experts are also looking at the genetic reasons why a person is vulnerable to suffer from SAD.

A study by Provencio is looking at the possibility of gene mutation at the human eye genome that makes one more sensitive to light. Melanopsin was identified as the photopigment gene which helps people detect colors.

Knowing more about melanopsin will be able to help experts determine which people are more prone to SAD and which of these patients will respond positively to light therapy.

An experiment among 220 people concluded that the relation between light and SAD is consistent with known concepts about genetic vulnerability to certain health problems.

Aside from light and genes, other biological factors may play a major role in SAD. Experts point out to the circadian rhythm or the body clock, body hormones like serotonin and melatonin, and geographical location.

Experts suggest going for a consult if you think you are suffering from SAD. Some cases may respond well with light therapy, antidepressants, or some through exercise. Whatever may help, don’t ever give up on the fight against a depression!