If you’re taking a benzodiazepine, you need to be taking this herb.

6 Jun 2024 · 1 min
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YouTube short by Dr. Nicole Cain arguing that an under-discussed, primary side effect of benzodiazepines is neuroapoptosis ("kills brain cells"), which she links to depression, memory problems, brain fog and headaches. She recommends taking trophorestorative interventions—things that increase BDNF (brain-derived neurotrophic factor) and support neuroplasticity—naming exercise, sleep, curcumin, bacopa and herbs. Her top herbal recommendation is Avena sativa (milky oats), which she calls the "number one studied herb" for helping with benzodiazepine withdrawal; she also promotes a benzo tapering course for further guidance.

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