One of the most common forms of neurological disorder in young adults, epilepsy can be treated in a variety of ways ranging from prescription drug treatment to surgical intervention. However, many patients may also benefit from natural alternatives to the more traditional methods of epilepsy and seizure treatment. It should be stressed, however, that proper physician reference or referral should be sought prior to starting any natural or alternative medicine treatment. Furthermore, those already taking prescription medication should not stop and switch to a natural method.
GABA and Vitamin F
According to SoulHealer.com's Dr. Rita Louise, a leading expert in the treatment of epileptic shock, seizure, and disorder, the natural vitamins and minerals GABA and vitamin F can be helpful in the treatment process of the disorder. GABA is said to affect the central nervous system in such a way that the number of neurons (the main source of epileptic seizure) firing at one time is significantly reduced to a more comfortable level for the patient. When paired with vitamin F, the two natural drug alternatives have shown evidence of lessening seizure activity within the brain's overly-stimulated nervous system. Both GABA and vitamin F can be found at most major supermarkets or vitamin shops.
Passionflower
According to Epilepsy.com, a leading research site for those suffering from the disorder, many other herbal alternatives to treatment are available for patients to try at the recommendation of his physician. One example of such an herb is Passiflora edulis, more commonly known as passionflower. Found in many different areas of the world and mostly on the eastern portion of the United States, passionflower is rich in the substance referred to as "chrysin," which has been found to help those who suffer from anxiety, depression and even withdrawal symptoms. In a recent study referenced on Epilepsy.com, lab mice that were given a higher dosage of the anxiety-inducing chemical benzodiazepine quickly showcased more relaxed behavior shortly after receiving a dosage of passionflower.
5-HTP
Another natural alternative to prescription drug treatment for epilepsy is using the supplement 5-HTP. According to Ray Sahelian, M.D., the natural anti-depression and anti-anxiety supplement has shown some evidence of lessening the severity and frequency of epileptic seizure among test subjects in his research. This is presumably due to the fact that 5-HTP increases the brain's level of serotonin, a hormone chemical that promotes an overall well-being within a person when experienced in high dosages.
