Posted by KellyD on December 4, 2003, at 19:18:55
In reply to Re: Blueberry leaf extract?, posted by TeeJay on December 4, 2003, at 17:37:19
I actually had my "herb person" (the legal kind -ha, ha) tell me about a person she had who was taking it for visual issues related to macular deterioration and diabetic related eyes changes. This person also had some anxiety things going on. She noticed she was calmer when she took it.
My doc is pretty open with alternative things and he Ok'ed it. Though, I don't think he really knew that much about it, but is aware of how an*l I am about TRYING to find info before just trying something.
I have read some sources while researching it, that it was good for stress related stuff and helped a bit with blood sugar regulation. (could account for some of the calming effects - if your blood sugar isn't peaking and plunging - who knows??) The source, however, was an obscure one. I can find no really good studies related to Bilbery and anxiety, but that's not surprising as it's a suppliment.
It (my feeling and behaving better) may be related to the Fish Oil, though some report increased anxiety with it's use. Thus far, I haven't found that to be the case for me.
Someone did post, a while back, about Blueberry Leaf Extract and had DRAMATIC results from one pill. I can't make that claim for myself, but gradually I am better. The agoraphobia was awful and what I NEEDED to get a handle on. I'm decidedly better in that arena.
I figured with low toxicity potential and few side effects, was worth a whirl. Doesn't cost that much, either - another plus. Effects may be placebo, but I swear I'm better.
Kelly
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