The week before a much-needed break. With 4 tests, 2 quizzes, 1 presentation, work, AND SOAR... life has been nothing short of hectic. I hate that I couldn't write for such a long time! But in the meantime... I have been doing lots and lots! So, remember when I wrote about the newly re-opened Pickle Barrel on campus? Well, I have finally had the chance to visit and meet with our new nutrition service director, Brittany. I am SO STOKED that Georgia Southern opened this back up and of course I am thrilled that they hired a GSU graduate to run the nutrition services. I mean just take a look at what they have to offer! Oranges, pineapple, baking potatoes, mango, grapefruit, cantaloupe, peanuts, apple, pear, lemon, lime, banana, kiwi, strawberries, grapes, carrots, tangerines, cucumber, celery, cauliflower, broccoli, spinach, tomato, green pepper, red pepper, corn, navel oranges, red and yellow onions, sweet potato, avocado, jalapeno pepper, cabbage, collard greens, portobello mushrooms, iceberg lettuce, romaine lettuce, yellow squash, zucchini, blueberries, blackberries, papaya, garlic, basil, chives, mint, cilantro, almonds, dried apricots, dried pineapple, dried green beans, dried okra, dried mixed vegetables (taro, green beans, squash & sweet potato), dried banana. I think this is such a wonderful time to be at Georgia Southern. So many great things happening!
Today I had 2 tests and a presentation on Alternative Cancer Treatments. I partnered with Kat (whom I have mentioned before-- fellow holistic-loving and nutrition guru) to present this to our Sociology of Health care class. I must say, I was a little scared considering most people are very close-minded about cancer and treatments specifically. Happy to say, it was a hit. I have never seen a class SO interested in a student presentation much less alternative methods. Numerous classmates told Kat and I that our presentation was going to be hard to follow (ahhh yay!). But, I think I speak for both Kat and I when I say-- Spreading the word about such an awesome topic was greeeeat! :D
Okay, so back to my bloggggin. Came across this today on FoxNews. Ever heard of Rhodiola rosea? Yeah, me either. Well meet one of natures antidepressants.
"Rhodiola rosea, also known as Golden Root or Arctic Root, derives from Siberia and Northwestern China. I have studied the herb in both places, have seen it harvested in the wild, and have also taken an extract of this herb regularly for years, to ward off fatigue from a heavy travel schedule. Found on the training tables of athletes across northern Asia, Rhodiola rosea is considered an adaptogen – an agent that allows a person to adapt to both physical and mental stress, while improving energy, endurance and stamina." Studies have shown that this dates all the way back to ancient Chinese medicine, where even they new of the stimulating effects. A study conducted in Sweden on stressed-out and tired subjects found an anti-fatigue effect, increased mental performance, decreased the stress hormone cortisol in the blood, and reduced stress overall. Pretty sweet huh? Want more proof?
Meet Juliette.Surviving both attacks of the World Trade Center (1993, 2001), Juliette has suffered from PTSD and depression since those terrifying days. Like most Americans suffering from these very same symptoms, she was put on a little pill. A little pill that would "cure" her, or at least make her feel better most of the time... right? Nope. Lets try gaining over 35 pounds and never finding that 'happy place' again. In search for an alternative method, she met with Dr. Patrica Gerbarg and Dr. Richard Brown, two psychiatrists practicing in New York City.
The prescription: A Siberian Herb--Rhodiola rosea. "She went from fatigued to energized, and her depression lifted, just from taking daily doses of the safe, non-toxic herb. This type of result is common with Rhodiola, whose popularity grows steadily year after year, as people experience its significant vitality-enhancing effects." Over 300 human studies have been done on this herb which have proven there are no negative side effects. Just awesome stuff! The normal antidepressant meds will give you sleep disorders, digestive upset, sexual dysfunction and a variety of mood disorders. Hmm... pass.
With an increasing demand for this herb as more and more people find out about it, why aren't doctors prescribing this natural remedy? Well FoxNews says that its becuase 'Doctors don't know about it". If you wanna know my opinion, I think its because legally the huge pharmaceutical giants could never profit off this. But, that another story for a different blog.
So what do you think? Is this awesome or no? If you want more info, check out Fox News. Have a wonderful night! Stay happy and healthy :D
Brianna
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