Posted by Larry Hoover on April 20, 2003, at 14:55:07
In reply to Atkins and Serotonin (Larry?), posted by beardedlady on April 20, 2003, at 13:54:33
> I just started the Atkins diet a week ago and lost five pounds. I feel great. I have more energy than I've had in five years. This feels soooo right.
I'm glad it's working for you. I do best when I avoid carbs, too.
> Trouble is, I also feel a little anxious. I can't pinpoint it. It might be situational; PBA makes me anxious, so I will not go there again.
Well, I don't know why you'd associate anxiety with a website (wink). Just do some things that normally calm you down. A hot bath. Scented candles. You know the drill.
> But I wonder if there's something about having only 20 grams of carbs that has an effect on serotonin. I mean, I'm sure it does, but Atkins (I know, I know; he was something of a quack, though I think he's right about nutrition) says you're supposed to be able to overcome depression and anxiety through his diet.I'm not in agreement that Atkins was a quack. Read:
http://www.diabetes-normalsugars.com/articles/fatlie.shtmlI'm sure there's an adjustment period that comes with the diet change.
> I'll call my Pdoc tomorrow, but I'm wondering if I should increase my Serzone temporarily.
>
> weirdy beardy : )>I wouldn't adjust your meds. Meditate. Nose breathing. Ice cream. Peace.
Lar
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