[RH77]

LDC:

Agreed, alcohol interrupts the sleeping pattern, and Aspirin is essentially a close-to-all-natural analgesic and anti-inflammatory. I take it daily for both the swelling reduction for back problems, and the cardio health aspects.

The problem is, not everyone is ready for non-traditional treatment (or insurance to not cover it).

What works for you may not work for others.

Look man, we know about 10% about how the brain functions -- new frontiers are being forged daily. What we have is a series of compounds to aid in the imbalance of neurotransmitters. "Old School" monoamine oxidase inhibtors are now released as patches, so you don't have dietary restrictions. Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibors (SSRIs) are the most popular (Prozac, Zoloft, etc.) and can help with the synapses' ability to absorb the chemical required for proper brain function and mood.

The 3 main receptors are Serotonin, Norepinephrine, and Dopamine. Depending on the condition and drug of choice, each receptor may be devoid of proper transmission. The medicines generally block the re-uptake in the pre-synapse and allow the post-synapse to absorb the neurotransmitter on a full basis. It could take testing a variety of meds to see what works, and which chemical is in imbalance.

Further, Benzodiazepines allow hypnotic sleep and anxiety control. Caution is
used due to their potential dependence, possibility of tolerance, and withdrawal effects. Still, they offer a valid treatment.

I caution readers to the "Bourbon and Aspirin" treatment.

That's my take.

RH77 (B.S. Neuroscience, EMT/Firefighter, Pharmaceutical Research Auditor)