Vraylar (Cariprazine) was approved by the FDA on September 17, 2015 for the treatment of schizophrenia and mania associated with bipolar disorder. In clinical trials, the drug was referenced as “RGH-188” – containing Cariprazine as the primary active ingredient. The drug had completed Phase III clinical trials in 2012, and was pending FDA approval for …
Rexulti (Brexpiprazole) is a drug that was approved July 10, 2015 for the treatment of schizophrenia and as an adjunctive option for major depressive disorder. In clinical trials it was referred to as the chemical “OPC-34712” and is being marketed as a superior successor to Abilify (Aripiprazole) due to the fact that Abilify’s patent expired …
Depression is a growing epidemic that affects the lives of nearly 15 million Americans. The number of individuals diagnosed with depression will continue to grow as a result of population growth, poor diet, environmental toxins, genetic polymorphisms, and other unique neurophysiological factors. As a result of depression, it is estimated that nearly 1 out of …
A ketogenic diet involves consumption of foods with high fat (80%), moderate protein (15%), and low carbohydrates (5%). Consistent intake of high fat, moderate protein foods, with simultaneous avoidance of carbohydrates, allows the body to transition from using glucose (sugar) as a primary source of fuel, to using ketone bodies (commonly called “ketones”). During ketosis, …
L-Theanine is considered an amino acid analogue of both L-glutamate and L-glutamine, and is commonly derived from various species of plants. L-theanine is perhaps best known for being present within green tea, and was scientifically noted as an element of green tea just before the year 1950. In addition to being present in green tea, …
Ginkgo Biloba is a highly popular tree native to China that is often cultivated for use as both a food source and dietary supplement. Some fossil evidence suggests that Ginkgo has been utilized for over 270 million years. Various temples in China are noted to have very old Ginkgo trees, some of which were planted …
Rhodiola rosea is a perennial plant in the Crassulaceae family that grows in cold, mountainous regions and/or on cliffs. Rhodiola is most commonly extracted from regions such as the Arctic, Central Asia, as well as the Alps, Pyrenees, and Carpathian mountains. The flower produced by rhodiola rosea is visible as a yellowish or yellow-green color, …