Obsessive-compulsive disorder

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a type of anxiety disorder in which people suffer from recurrent, unwanted thoughts or ideas (obsessions); engage in repetitive, irrational behaviors or mental acts (compulsions); or both. Among people with OCD, carrying out the compulsive behavior tends to ease feelings of anxiety while repressing the compulsive behavior causes stress

There are many types of obsessions; the most common ones include repeated thoughts about contamination (by dirt or germs); repeated doubts (worrying about whether one has locked a door or left an appliance on); a need for order or exactness; a fear of harming someone; inappropriate or frightening sexual thoughts or imagery; and constant thoughts of certain images, words, or sounds. In an attempt to relieve the anxiety caused by these thoughts, people with OCD may engage in compulsive behaviors such as excessive showering or hand washing, repeated checking to make sure doors are locked, rearranging objects for order or symmetry, and counting items over and over.

Origins of OCD

Although the exact cause of OCD is unknown, a combination of environmental, cognitive and biological factors appears to be involved. A deficiency of serotonin (a neurotransmitter in the brain that assists with the transmission of electrical messages among nerve cells) is proposed as at least a partial explanation. Serotonin deficiency has also been implicated in anxiety, depression and other psychiatric disorders. Various neuroimaging studies also suggest that an electrical dysfunction in certain brain regions may contribute to OCD. Genetic factors may also play a role in the development of OCD.

Role of Noni

While a balanced, nutrient-rich diet and adequate sleep are standard recommendations for general good health, sleep and diet are especially important for people with OCD. Noni acts directly on nervous system, promoting relaxation and feelings of tranquility, relax tense muscles, ease stress-related headaches so othe gastrointestinal upset, and encourage restful sleep.

Most people with Obsessive-compulsive disorder have low levels of neurotransmitter serotonin. Serotonin, also called 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT), is the brain’s ‘happy chemical.’ Serotonin is often referred to as the body’s natural mood-altering drug and changes in serotonin levels can quickly alter mood. If serotonin levels drop to low levels, depression is almost sure to follow. It is manufactured in our body using the amino acid tryptophan. When tryptophan is readily available, the body uses it if needed to increase serotonin levels. Manufactured by the body, it is found along with its receptor sites in the brain, blood platelets and lining of the digestive tract. It is also a precursor to a hormone called melatonin, which plays multiple life giving roles in the body, including regulating biological rhythms. The pineal body present in our brain plays an important role in secretion of serotonin and melatonin. NONI helps in Obsessive-compulsive disorder.

NONI - a safe Way to Increase Serotonin

Noni juice is a normal and safe way for us to increase effects of this ‘feel good’ hormone. Whole foods such as NONI juice that elevate serotonin levels naturally, have no side effects. Using precise proportions and relationships to one another, nature combines vitamins, minerals and other phytochemicals, co-factors that make up our food, to enhance benefits of each individual component. In its innate wisdom, the body decides what it needs from nutrients and eliminates anything it does not need. NONI contains the amino acid tryptophan.

NONI juice contains 17 among the total 20 amino acids including all 10 essential amino acid. The amino acid tryptophan plays a great role in manufacturing this neuro transmitter serotonin. When tryptophan is readily available, the body can use it if needed to increase serotonin levels.

Hormones and OCD

A number of studies showed that people with OCD are likely to have abnormal hormone levels and that hormones play a role in triggering or worsening . For instance, several research groups have noticed that women with OCD tend to experience worse symptoms during premenstrual periods, when estrogen levels are the highest. Estrogen promotes anxiety and other feelings that may exacerbate OCD. NONI by its unique combination of all its ingredients and phytochemicals keeps our all endocrine systems in a well balanced condition.

Recommended Dosage

Divine Noni Concentrate

5ml morning and 5ml evening for 3 days. Then

10ml morning and 10ml evening for next 3 days. Then

15ml morning and 15ml evening for next 8 months.