• Apple – It helps in reducing Depression as it contains Minerals (such as Phosphorus, Potassium ) and rich in Vitamins. Add pieces of Apple in Milk with 1-2 tablespoon of Raw Honey and give it to the patient suffering from Depression.

• Cardamom – Its used in relieving Stress and Depression and has a very pleasing odour which can soothe the nerves.

• Lemon – Take 25-30 grams of Lemon herbs and put it into cold water, and allow it to stand for 12-14 hours to form ointment that can be used 2-3 times a day.

• Muira Puama – Muira Puama is employed as a central Nervous System tonic (it fortifies and stimulates the Nervous System), making it helpful for nervous disorders (such as Depression, Stress, exhaustion, Neuralgia and Trauma).

• Turmeric – It has very curative property. It is also effective in treating Depression that is caused by the change of seasons, i.e. seasonal affective disorder.

• Ashwagandha – Its very effective herb in reducing Stress and Depression. It has the requisite properties to remove negative thoughts from the mind.

• Lemon Balm – Melissa contain volatile oil (particular citral and Citronellal) which is calming (relaxing tonic) to the central Nervous System, thus reducing feelings of Anxiety, mild Depression, restlessness, irritability, Headaches and nerve pain. Take freshly crushed leaves.

• Damiana – Damiana is thymoleptic (having a stimulating action on the body and mind) and restorative to the Nervous System. It has anti-depressant and anti-Stress effects as it also has apigenin, (the main constituent in German Chamomile that produces relaxation).

• Korean Ginseng – Its effective at improving a person’s ability to withstand Stress, improve physical activity, quality and performance, improve glycosylated hemoglobin, reduce fasting blood sugars and body weight, and enhance mental function.

• Gotu Kola – It helps to relax the mind and bring it to a comfortable state. Its oil has a cooling and soothing effect on the mind. Its regular use can prevent the person from feeling depressed.

• Indian Bdellium – It improves the nervous coordination and hence is useful in the treatment of Depression. It is more effective in Depression caused due to seasonal affective disorder.

• Jatamansi – Nardostachys jatamansi helps in bringing calm effect on the mind and removes the depressive thoughts.

• Kanna – Kanna is being used by some psyChiatrists, psychologists and doctors with excellent results to treat Anxiety and Depression, because its one of the most usable and functional herbs for mental and emotional wellness.

• Lemon Myrtle – Lemon Myrtle is a Stress reliever which provides a calming effect by inducing better sleep, promoting relaxation, filling you with positive feelings, etc. You can massage your foot with Lemon Myrtle oil.

• Mucuna – Mucuna is a master Adaptogen. Adoptogenic herbs contain a unique set of phytonutrients that feed the Adrenals, balance Hormones and significantly reduce Stress levels by lowering cortisol.

• Mulungu – Mulungu has a long tradition of use in Brazil and Peru as a natural Sedative for nervous disorders (such as Insomnia, Anxiety, Stress and Depression) and mental disorders (Depression, Anxiety, Stress, hysteria, panic disorders, compulsive disorders, etc.).

• Rhodiola – Rhodiola is a popular plant in traditional medical systems in Eastern Europe and Asia with a reputation for stimulating the Nervous System, decreasing Depression, enhancing work performance and eliminating fatigue.

• Rose Petals – Take 20-30 Rose petals and put them in a glass of water and Boil it for 15 minutes, allow the mixture to stand and cool, then take the mixture 2-3 times a day. Rose petals are believed to be very effective in reducing Depression.

• Shatavari – Its root is commonly used in the treatment of Depression. Grind its root into the powered form and give it to the patient 1-2 times a day.

• Skullcap – Its a herbal medicine used to ease Anxiety and Stress showing significantly better overall mood levels at the end of the 2 weeks.

• St.John’s Wort – Its effective for mild to moderate Depression, but also helpful in treating severe Depression as it works on neurotransmitter levels (e.g. serotonin).

• Valerian Root – Valerian root extracts appear to positively affect/increase the level of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid, a chemical neurotransmitter receptor in mammalian Nervous Systems affected by Sedative benzodiazepine drugs), where it helps the brain/nervous-system to direct messages to the brain, thereby calming down the nerves and helps regulate nerve cells and calms Anxiety.

• Brahmi – Hyssop is a brain tonic, promote intellect and comprehension, rejuvenate the brain and boost the memory, and blood circulation. It positively influence brain cells by prompting the regeneration of brain tissue and stabilizing certain chemicals in the brain, and brings into balance the levels of major neurotransmitters (such as serotonin, dopamine, and GABA).

• Acai Berries – Acai contain brain-saving nutrients like Anthocyanins (such as cyanidin, delphinidin, malvidin, pelargonidin and peonidin), Phenolics (such as Catechin, ferulic acid, Quercetin, Resveratrol and synergic) and vanillic acids. Acai is protective against the damaging effects of Stress (including disrupting hormonal balance and Raising cortisol levels) by turning off inflammatory pathways that damage nerve signals in the brain. Inflammation and oxidative Stress are two major underlying causes of cognitive problems, including loss of memory, Dementia and other age-related mental disorders.

• African Nightshade – The whole African Nightshades plant is narcotic (affecting mood or behaviour with sleep-inducing properties) and Sedative/tranquilliser (induces sedation by reducing irritability or excitement).

• Almond Nuts – Almonds are often considered one of the best brain foods. Regular consumption of Almonds strengthens the nerves, tones the muscles and helps overcome Stress, Depression and fatigue. Almonds contain two (2) key nutrients (Riboflavin and L-carnitine) capable of positively affecting neurological activity and preventing cognitive decline. Almond Oil is probably one of the most popular massage oils, primarily because it smells good and a terrific Stress reliever.

• Apricot – Apricots properties of maintaining equilibrium within the Nervous System such as in cases of asthenia, Depression,Nervousness, and Lack of appetite.

• Avocado – Avocados are a supreme food for brain health, but totally underappreciated. Avocado is great for nervous disorders (Nervousness, irritability or Depression) as they contain fats that are very important to the Metabolism of the Nervous System such as linoleic acid and phospholipids. They are also an excellent source of Vitamin B6 (very important for neuron function).

• Banana – Bananas are a good source of B-complex Vitamins (may help to remedy sleeplessness, mood swings, and irritability), Vitamin C, Magnesium and Potassium (which make them a great electrolyte replenisher, particularly after exercising or on a hot day) and they’re fairly high in natural sugars.

• Baobab Fruit – Vitamin C helps in normal functioning of the Nervous System and psychology. The Baobab Fruit completeness in terms of nutrition is good for the mood and increases resistance to both effort and Stress, due to its proper management, restoration and improvement of Energy levels.

• Beans – Beans also contain Tryptophan (an essential Amino Acids) and foods with high amounts of Tryptophan can aid in sleep, and improve your mood.

• Blackstrap Molasses – Blackstrap Molasses contains vital Minerals (B-complex Vitamins [especially Vitamin B6], Calcium and Magnesium) which help in managing Stress, Anxiety, prevents pain, Depression and fatigue (Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics, 2004). Vitamin B6 raises serotonin levels in the brain by contributing to the Tryptophan-serotonin pathway.

• Cashew Nuts – Cashew nuts is rich in the mineral Magnesium, which is involved in transmission of the nerve impulses and essential fro nervous stability. Magnesium is also thought to improve recall and delay, age-related memory loss and help protect against cognitive problems. It is also involved in transmission of the nerve impulses and essential fro nervous stability. Cashew nuts is recommended for Nervousness, iritability, Depression, weakness and abnormal tiredness.

• Coffee – Popular beverage made from brewing the roasted seeds of the Coffee plant that is drunk to improve mental alertness and prevent fatigue. The average adult ingests 200mg of caffeine per day. Caffeine increases alertness and improves mental and physical performance in the short run. The typical dose of caffeine for Headaches or restoring mental alertness is up to 250 mg/day, about 2 cups of Coffee.

• Cowpea – The Amino Acids Phenylalanine in cowpeas may help to prevent Depression. The mood of the people was improved as they took Phenylalanine because the raise in the production of chemicals such as norepinephrine and dopamine.

• Dark Chocolate – Dark Chocolate really is a desert when it comes to brain health. Dark Chocolate houses some of the most potent antioxidants ever discovered in nature along with several natural Stimulants that can acutely boost mood, focus and concentration.

• Echinacea – It is used for Anxiety symptoms, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), Migraines, pain, Dizziness, attention deficit-Hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and improving exercise performance.

• Finger Millet – Finger Millet consumption helps in relaxing body naturally by providing serotonin to help calm and soothe your moods and is beneficial in conditions of Anxiety, Depression and Insomnia.

• Garbanzo Beans – Chickpeas are highly recommended for those suffering from Stress or Depression because it is an excellent source of B-complex Vitamins (especially Vitamin B1, Vitamin B6).

• Ginkgo Biloba – Ginkgo leaf is also taken by mouth for chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), Schizophrenia, and to prevent winter Depression. Some studies have even found that in combination with antipsychotic drugs, Ginkgo might be an effective supplemental treatment for people with Schizophrenia, Multiple Sclerosis and serious mental disorders. Fights Fibromyalgia (a disorder of the Nervous System). CoQ10 and Ginkgo together improved quality of life for people diagnosed with Fibromyalgia. Helps treat Headaches and Migraines, since it reduces pain, increases blood vessel dilation and combats Stress that can all trigger head tension.

• Green Tea – Tea contains caffeine (but not in large proportion as Coffee) which is a Stimulant. Tea contains L-theanine (Amino Acids), which is able to increase the activity of the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA, which has anti-Anxiety effects. Tea has L-theanine (an Amino Acids substance that helpful in improving mood and increasing a sense of relaxation) that increases the release of feel-good dopamine, the production of alpha waves in the brain and are helpful with Depression and Anxiety. Theanine (from tea) induces the release of a neurotransmitter called GABA (which tends to calm down the brain) and Dopamine (one of the main brain’s master regulator of reward and pleasure) associated with well-being.

• Licorice – Licorice may be good for the brain (potential for memory enhancement in Elderly people) as it contains carbenoxolone (a compound in Licorice) seems to help inhibit a brain enzyme that aid in production of Stress Hormones (a major contributor to age-related brain changes). Its use on Elderly people has shown an improvement in their verbal memory, learning, memory tests and Fluency (the ability to put thoughts into words) (University of Edinburgh, 2004). It seems to prevent the breakdown of Adrenal Hormones such as cortisol (the body’s primary stress-Fighting Adrenal Hormone). It is a wonderful herb for chronic fatigue syndrome.

• Loganberries – Logan is highly recommended as an anti-depressant as they give a relaxing effect to the nerves and are proven to enhance the nerve function, lower irritability and reduce fatigue. Logans can treat neurasthenic Neurosis, Insomnia (capable of dealing with sleeping disorder). Loganberries being a Qi tonic, can be used to alleviate sleeplessness, lapse of memory and also anxiousness which are the outcome of blood and Qi deficiency.

• Macadamia Nuts – Copper in Macadamia helps in the production of neurotransmitters (the chemicals which our brain cell uses to send chemical signals). Macadamia Nut oil is rich in oleic acid, which plays an important role in the reduction of inflammation and boosting of memory power.

• Miso – Miso promotes better cognitive health, appetite control and mood regulation. Calcium and B-complex vitamins found in Soybean helps to ease Stress.

• Noni Fruit – Noni Fruit stimulates seratonin (a neurotransmitter that affects mood, emotions and sleep) and melatonin (a neurotransmitter that regulates the Circadian rhythm, which helps with sleep) due to its anti-depressant/Sedative properties.

• Nutmeg – Nutmeg and its oil contain compounds such as myristicin and elemicin which have soothing and stimulating properties on brain.

• Nuts – Nuts score a perfect 10 when it comes to brain-boosting performance. They are rich in several nutrients that play a key role in healthy brain function, including essential Amino Acids, Vitamin E, a full spectrum of Minerals, and B-complex Vitamins. Pumpkin Seeds – The seeds are an excellent source of Amino Acids (Tryptophan and glutamate). Pumpkin Seeds help with good sleep as it is a natural source of Tryptophan (an Amino Acids that can help promote sleep). Tryptophan is converted into serotonin (a beneficial neuro-chemical often labeled as nature’s sleeping pill) and Niacin. Tryptophan is the precursor of B-complex vitamin, Niacin (60 mg of Tryptophan = 1 mg Niacin). Pumpkin Seeds lower Depression. Glutamate is required in the synthesis of gamma-amino butyric acid (GABA, an anti-Stress neurochemical in the brain) helps reducing Anxiety, nervous irritability, and other neurotic conditions.

• Okra – Research has also shown Okra seed extracts acted as strong agent for elevating mood and Fight Depression (Mazandaran University of Medical Science).

• Parsnips – Vitamin B9 contained in Parsnip is helpful in treating numerous mental and emotional disorders (such as Anxiety and Depression). Folate (Parsnip is a good source) has been positively linked with lower levels of Depression in those who regularly add it to their diet.

• Passion Fruit – Passion Fruit is used as a folk medicine for its Sedative and Anti-hypertensive effects and for treating Anxiety and Nervousness. Tri-Terpenoid constituent of Passion Fruit seems to possessed anti-depressant-like activity.

• Peaches – The presence of Magnesium in Peaches helps to prevent Stress and Anxiety in the body. The intake of Magnesium-rich foods along with Vitamin B6 aids in keeping the Nervous System calm and helps in the treatment of hyper-excitability in children.

• Pearl Millet – Millet provides serotonin to calm and soothe your moods.

• Pine Nuts – Pine Nuts are a good food for the brain as they contain Vitamin B1 and PolyunSaturated Fatty Acids (such as linoleic and pinolenic acids), which are very important in the formation of nerve tissue, Stress and Depression.

• Pumpkin – Pumpkin Seeds are rich in Tryptophan (an Amino Acids) which is important in production of serotonin (a feel-good neurotransmitter that helps in boosting our mood).

• Red Tea – Red Tea is known to relieve Stress, nervous tension and Hypertensive conditions.

• Reishi Mushroom – Reishi is a natural stress-buster for people under extreme physical or emotional Stress.

• Soursop – Soursop leaves are used for as a tranquilizer or Sedative.

• Soybean – Soybean have a high content of Magnesium, which is a mineral that is directly linked to increasing the quality, duration, and restfulness of your sleep. Soybean help to regulate a number of aspects of the Metabolism, which should be able to help in reducing sleep disorders and the occurrence of Insomnia.

• Star Fruit – Star Fruit have been known to help an individual sleep with its high content of Magnesium (a mineral that is directly linked to improving the quality, duration, and tranquility of sleep).

• Sunflower Seeds – For nervous disorders such as Stress, Depression, Insomnia or Nervousness, Sunflower Seed is very beneficial due to its abundance of Vitamin C.

• Turmeric – Inflammation is the “universal brain destructor”. Curry and Turmeric are likely the very best spices for brain health as they contain curcumin (one of most potent, naturally occurring Anti-Inflammatory agents ever identified) . curcumin may be used as an effective and safe therapy for treatment in patients with mild Depression (anti-depressants) (The journal Phytotherapy Research).

• Ugli Fruit – Ugli Fruit high source of nutrients and Vitamins in this Fruit treat fatigue effectively.

• Wakame Seaweeds – Omega-3 Fatty Acids (present in Wakame) is very essential in many Nervous System functions (including imrpving mood, lowering Cholesterol, Fighting Depression, reducing Anxiety). Seaweeds contain Selenium which is a vital trace mineral for brain health.

• Walnut – walnuts also contain melatonin (a powerful Hormone that helps regulate sleep cycles). Walnut help in development of more than 3 dozen neuro-transmitters for brain function. walnuts are an excellent source of alpha-linoleic acid (ALA, one of the essential fatty acids that we have to get from our diet and that may help ease Anxiety, Depression, and Stress).

• water – Blood volume drops when water in the body is low thus causing The Heart to work harder to pump oxygenated blood out in the bloodstream. Drinking adequate water can help your body function better and reduce fatigue. Research indicates that even 1-2% mild Dehydration can negatively affect your mood and ability to think. Headaches and Migraines are often caused by Dehydration, hence the First thing that you can do to get some relief is drink plenty of water.

• Wheat Germ – Wheat Germ is a gem of a food for brain health. It is an excellent source of the 3 nutrients required for brain function (Omega-3 fat, Vitamin E and Zinc). Helps with Nervous System disorders which require extra B-complex Vitamins except those for Vitamin B12. Asthenia (fatigue), Depression, Stress, Nervousness, etc. 3 nutrients required for brain function (Omega-3 fat, Vitamin E and Zinc).

• Wheat Grass – chlorophyll (abundant in Wheat Grass) is naturally regenerative for the Adrenal Glands (according to Ellen Tart-Jensen, Ph.D), thus helps to increase oxygen supply in your body’s cells and tissues, contributing to cell regeneration, which heals the body and reduces fatigue symptoms. The Vitamins in Wheat Grass are effective in helping you to overcome Anxiety and achieve a better state of mental health, and its helpfulness in boosting the Adrenal system allows you to better manage Stress (Asian Journal of pharmaceutical Technology and Innovation, 2014). Iron in Wheat Grass helps keep Iron levels balanced, a crucial component for those suffering from Depression (Indian Journal of PsyChiatry, 2008).

• White Tea – White Tea has the highest concentration of L-theanine (an Amino Acids that boosts alertness and has a calming effect on the mind) in tea, since it goes through the least amount of processing. L-theanine present in White Tea can also reduce mental and physical Stress by increasing the production of serotonin and dopamine in the brain, which are basically neurotransmitters that elevate your mood and keep you happy and alert. L-theanine with a little amount of caffeine can lower Anxiety levels, improve memory and reaction time (increase levels of alertness).

• Basil – Use Basil when feeling down (low) for it contains eugenol and rosmarinic acid. It boost the brain’s production of dopamine and serotonin that boosts the mood as well.

• Moringa – Iron and Magnesium (both found in Moringa) support the reduction of tiredness and fatigue in the body. Adding Moringa to your daily routine is an effective, natural way to prevent tiredness and fatigue. A single serving of Moringa helps Fight Stress and keep a sense of calm, as Magnesium is essential for normal psychological function and the normal functioning of the Nervous System. It possesses anti-epileptic properties and helps in combating Depression, Anxiety and fatigue.

• Peppermint – The aroma of Peppermint has been shown to enhance memory and increase alertness. Peppermint Oil may help relieve tension Headaches pain, simply by dabbing a few drops on your wrist, sprinkling a few drops on a cloth then inhaling the aroma or massaging the oil directly onto your temples and forehead. Peppermint Oil is cooling and energizing and can for a near-instant relieve you of Stress, just through its stress-relieving aroma.

• Rosemary – Rosemary tea is a natural remedy for nervous Headaches, Colds, and Depression. Carnosic acid may be beneficial in protecting against beta amyloid-induced neurodegeneration in the hippocampus (Cell Journal).

• Small Herbal Bitters – Swedish Bitters dispel pain, Dizziness and strengthen the brain and memory if frequently breathed in or sniffed and the base of the skull is moistened or a moistened cloth applied to the head. Swedish Bitters takes away melancholy and Depression.

• Speedwell – For Nervousness caused by mental over exertion, Speedwell has a great medicinal value. 1 cup drunk before going to bed, through its soothing effect, is highly beneficial. Speedwell mixed with Celery roots, it rectifies weak nerves as well as helps with Depression.

• Thyme – Vitamin B6 in Thyme has a powerful effect on certain neurotransmitters in the brain that are directly linked to Stress Hormones, helping to boost mood and ease mind.