Why? Because of diet,
specifically BCDS…
My theory is that BCDS (B-Complex Deficiency Syndrome) is to
blame (at least partially). B-complex is
for multiple B-vitamins. I can’t believe
how often I hear that diet “has nothing to do behavior” or “my kid’s doctor
said that what I feed him has nothing to do with why he’s acting out”. Mind boggling to me. Truly.
The SAD (Standard American Diet) is filled with mostly what I call
“nonfoods” like refined and processed carbohydrates and sugar which are nearly devoid
of any healthy naturally derived B vitamins (ie. Cereal and pasteurized
homogenized milk for breakfast, then chips for a snack, then sugary peanut
butter sandwich for lunch).
In young people, BCDS (B-Complex Deficiency Syndrome) leads
to emotional problems. In the young, one
of the first signs of BCDS are in the
brain and are emotional. Physiology
textbooks explain that vitamin B deficiency in young people can start out as
depression then turn to anxiety, irritability, nervousness, fatigue, then
severe depression, paranoia, hostility, rage, and overwhelming fear. Some might say it’s a stretch to blame mass
public shootings by more and more teenagers on BCDS, but I don’t think so. I do not believe the answer to this is more
antidepressants and psychotropic drugs.
The crazy part is that all these fear-based feelings are often not even
the kids' fault because they don’t know any better.
If you know or own a troubled young person, please encourage
them to eat real food and at least consider a whole food based
B-complex (NOT a B complex derived
from synthetic sources, as this will only make the problem worse after a short
improvement!!!!). A great example is Cataplex B from Standard Process. 6-9 capsules every day. If the young person is more on the agitated
mental side with ADD or ADHD, make sure to also add the calming portion of the
B complex which is vitamin G and is found in Standard Process’ Cataplex G. Take 4-6 capsules every day. These will make a difference when it comes to
emotional health.
Sadly, I don’t see change immediately on the horizon, since
millions of people are employed in the processed and fast-food industries, fast
food concoctions taste amazing, much money exists in the business of making
these nonfoods, and physicians are still prescribing the absurd low-fat
diet. No gun control, background checks,
mental health facilities, drugs, or anything else commonly prescribed is going
to lift a young person out of a dark place until nutrition is understood and
addressed as being hugely related to emotional problems.
I am still optimistic, though, because simply improving the nutritional status of young people will make a monstrous difference. Let me be
clear that mental health is much more than just B vitamins; but I am also clear
that B vitamins from a whole food source is pertinent to anyone’s mental
health. So, from a B complex standpoint,
buy real foods, encourage consumption of said foods, or at least consider B
complex supplementation from a real whole foods source.
If you know anyone who is in a dark emotional state or know
anyone who owns anyone in this state, please pass this along. Maybe YOU can help them by doing so.
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Medical Disclaimer: Information provided in this blog is for informational purposes only. The information is a result of years of practice and experience by Yoshi Rahm, DO. However, this information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging.
Do not use the information provided in this blog for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or homeopathic supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, contact your health care provider promptly. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking professional advice because of something you have read in this blog.
Information provided in this blog and the use of any products or services related to this blog by you DOES NOT create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Yoshi Rahm, DO. or any other physician featured in this blog. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
