Posted by Cybele on March 19, 2004, at 10:40:29
In reply to Re: Anyone give up meds?, posted by CarolW on March 12, 2004, at 19:57:31
> <snip> And, I seem to need to exercise at least 45 minutes each day to keep the seratonin levels steady in my head.
> But, for me, the side effects of the anti-depressants and sedatives were really bad. So, I've had to find alternatives. But, everybody is unique.I hear you. Exercise is the only antidepressant that has worked for me. Check this out:
http://www.reactivereports.com/21/21_1.htmlTook me years to discover that it needs to be, at minimum, 70% of max. heart rate for 30 minutes straight. Walking 3-4 miles at a 20 minute mile won't cut it; I gotta sweat.
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