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A bi-polar disorder has two components. The person undergoes manic phases which entail excessively elevated moods, followed by phases of deep and serious depression.

Below is a list of symptoms:

Manic Symptoms:

* Increased energy.
* Extreme mood changes going from extremely irritable to elated.
* Overly-inflated self-esteem.
* Decreased need for sleep, possibly going without sleep for days.
* Increased and rapid speech, jumping from topic-to-topic.
* Easily distracted. Can't focus on one specific task, jumping from one to another.
* Increased libido.
* Increased physical agitation.
* Disregard for risk; engaging in extremely risky activities.
* Delusions.

Depression Symptoms:

* Loss of energy.
* Persistent sadness.
* Loss of interest in activities.
* Significant changes in appetite and/or body weight.
* Difficulty in sleeping or oversleeping.
* Feelings of guilt.
* Feelings of worthlessness.
* Suicidal thoughts.

The first thing to do is to cut back consumption of sugar to a minimum. Excessive refined sugar has been linked heavily to ADD, ADHD, bipolar, depression and other mental disorders.  Also avoid alcohol, caffeine, and refined foods.

Eat good sources of lean protein, such as cold water fish, including salmon, herring, and mackerel and free range organic chicken and turkey.

Carbohydrates are an essential energy source for the body and mind.  However, one must insure that they are receiving the proper carbohydrates. Unhealthy carbohydrates will only result in too much sugar causing the problems we are trying to prevent. Healthy carbohydrates can be found in fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Examples are: apples, oranges, peaches, grapefruit, carrots, brussel sprouts, beans, and whole wheat bread. Exercise caution when buying products such as bread. Many that say whole wheat are nothing of the sort. Read the ingredients and make sure that it is 100% whole wheat and that it does not contain "enriched" or "bleached" flour.

Supplement with magnesium if you are unsure that you are getting enough of this vital mineral. 90-95% of us are deficient in magnesium and symptoms include mental disorders including light or restless sleep and daytime sleepiness along with inability to concentrate. Be sure to supplement on a 1 to 2 or 1 to 3 ratio with calcium, as they are important co-factors.

Bipolar disorder has been linked to deficiencies in omega-3's and Vitamin B12.  Be sure to get plenty of both.

To make sure you do not have ANY deficiencies in essential nutrients, consider, in addition, a good all around whole food vitamin, mineral and other essential nutrient product such as the outstanding nutritional product IntraMAX. It is advertised, quite correctly in my opinion, as a 100% Organic MicroComplexed™ IntraCELL™ Level IV Technology product which contains a total of 415 Nutrients all in one - with perfect whole foods and phyto nutrition and is super energizing. It is rightfully touted as the most scientifically advanced, clinically proven, health promoting organic nutritional supplement available today.

The product called intraKID, which has 215 different nutrients (and I believe intraMAX has all of those 215 nutrients included in its 415 total nutrients) lists the following benefits:

Containing trace minerals, vitamins and other nutrients into an unbelievable great-tasting raspberry formula, intraKID™ supports a number of health “careabouts” for children, including:

* Solid Nutritional Foundation
* Neuro-Cognitive Brain Function
* Digestion
* Focus and Concentration
* Mood Regulation
* Short and Long Term Memory
* Sleep and Wake Cycle
* Immune System Response
* Sugar Control
* Respiratory Support
* Growth and Development

It would thus appear that either of those two products might be very beneficial for conditions such as bipolar, ADD, ADHD, etc.

One must remember that the brain is a vital organ just like the heart, lungs, liver, etc., and it needs optimum nutrition to function properly. Sadly, today's SAD diet of fast foods, snacks & junk foods, microwavable meals and processed foods on the grocers shelves have left most of our kids, and us, woefully deficient in a great many nutrients the body was designed to utilize. Sometimes the consequences manifest themselves early on, and other times it is down the road a ways. But you can bet that there will be consequences if not addressed and corrected.

Some other supplement suggestions are:

* Lithium Orotate: Controls manic symptoms. This is a natural alternative to the normally prescribed lithium carbonate or lithium citrate. This type of lithium releases an orotate ion into the bloodstream and brain instead of a carbonated ion and has the same benefits as the prescription lithium carbonate, reducing the bipolar disorder symptoms. The advantage in taking lithim orotate is that it creates higher blood and brain levels while taking lesser amounts.
* Omega 3 Fatty Acids. People with this condition have been found to have a higher amount of Omega 6 fatty acids and a lower amount of Omega 3 fatty acids. Another source is flaxseed or flaxseed oil.
* Choline: This is a nutrient that converts into phosphatidylcholine which has shown to be beneficial when addressing bi polar disease, particularly when taking lithium.
* Mood Calm: A supplement containing homeopathic ingredients which stabilizes the nervous system and greatly reduces bi polar symptoms.
* Either Elafax Focus from Efamol or Kyolic Acid from Wakunaga as directed on the labels (to restore proper fatty acid balance)
* (L-glutamine (500 mg 3 times daily) passes the blood-brain barrier to promote healthy mental function and increases the level of gamma-aminobutryic acid (GABA), which has a calming effect.
* GABA, as directed on label.
* L-phenylalanine (1500 mg daily upon awakening). Necessary as a brain food and helps with withdrawal symptoms. Caution: Not to be taken when someone is pregnant (unlikely in his case - lol), nursing (ditto), or suffer from panic attack, diabetes or high blood pressure.
*S-Adenosylmethionine (SAMe), as directed on label. Aids in stress relief and depression, eases pain, and has an antioxidant effect that can improve liver health
* Pycnogenol and/or Grapeseed Extract as directed on the label (both are powerful antioxidants offering cellular protection for the body and brain)
* Quercitin as directed on the label (prevents allergies from aggavating symptoms)
* SAMe (S-Adenosylmethionine) as directed on the label (aids in relieving stress and pain - but do not use in the event of manic-depressive disorder or if on prescription antipressants)
* Gingko enhances blood supply to the brain and improves nerve cell function, as well as enhances memory and other intellectual functions.Typical dosage: 40 - 60 mg of standardized extract capsules 3 times a day.
* Glutathione, as directed on label. Aids in detoxing and reduces cravings for drugs and alcohol.

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