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What alternative treatments are suggested for my brother's hypoglycemia and bipolar disorder with severe side effects from medications?
Mental Disorders
Question #53997
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What alternative treatments are suggested for my brother's hypoglycemia and bipolar disorder with severe side effects from medications? - #53997

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My brother has suffered from Hypoglcemia, manic depression and possibly bi polar disease for years. He has tried conventional meds, been hospitalized and theside effects are paranoia, suicidal thoughts and hopelessness. What alternative is suggested?

How long has your brother been experiencing these mental health issues?:

- More than 10 years

What specific conventional medications has he tried?:

- Antipsychotics

How often does he experience episodes of hypoglycemia?:

- Frequently

What are his main symptoms during a hypoglycemic episode?:

- Fatigue

Has he made any dietary or lifestyle changes to manage his symptoms?:

- Yes, significant changes

How would you describe his overall energy levels?:

- Very low energy

Does he have any other health conditions or concerns?:

- Not sure
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Small frequent meals (every 3 hrs) No fasting Add: nuts, fruits Wake up same time daily (very important) 1 glass lukewarm water Brahmi Ghritam → ½ tsp empty stomach Light yoga + pranayama (10–15 min Breakfast (within 1 hour) Protein-rich (milk + nuts / dal / eggs if taken) No skipping meals Evening: Light snack (roasted chana / fruit) Walk 20–30 min Dinner (early, before 8 PM) Light food (khichdi / dal + roti) Night Panchagavya Ghritam → ¼–½ tsp with warm milk Fixed sleep time (10–11 PM) Head massage with Ksheerabala oil → 3×/week


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