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PROTRACTED WITHDRAWAL
Protracted Withdrawals can be described as a continuation of withdrawal symptoms that persist for months or even years after stopping medications. Because the cause of these symptoms is not understood, it is often misdiagnosed as anxiety or depression. The Protracted Withdrawal Phase may developed gradually, where the original symptoms decline but are followed by wave-like reoccurrences. There may be periods of normality that gradually extend in frequency and duration. Current evidence states that the Protracted symptoms can be long-lasting with anxiety, insomnia, cognitive impairment, depression, sensory and motor disturbances and gastrointestinal upset. Tinnitus also can develop in the Protracted phase of withdrawal, as can a sensitivity to light and sounds. All Antidepressants, Benzodiazepines and Sleeping Pills heavily deplete the body of critical nutrients, minerals, Glutathione (the body’s master antioxidant) while altering the production of Melatonin. Without adequate nutrients, the body has a limited ability to repair cellular damage and feed the brain properly. Oxidative Stress is a condition that occurs when the production of free radicals in the human body exceed the body’s ability to neutralize and eliminate them. Free Radicals are the chemicals that are released during oxidation, or when the molecule in cells split and become unstable. The instability causes a chain reaction in the surrounding molecules, including genes. Oxidative Stress can result from the extended use of medications or environmental toxins. Glutathione works to inhibit the formation of free radicals, the dangerous agents that suppress the immune system and promote the formation of carcinogens. Free radicals speed up the aging process, which may explain why the effect on the body during Protracted Withdrawals is so pronounced. Glutathione aids in the protection of all cells and membranes and a study at Harvard found that Glutathione enhances immune system cells. Dr. Jimmy Gutman describes Glutathione as “Food for the Immune System.” Replenishing the body of critical Glutathione levels not only helps to improve immune function, but also allows the body to detoxify naturally. The POINT OF RETURN Protracted Withdrawal Program was specifically designed to replenish depleted supplies of Glutathione, while also supplying the necessary vitamins for brain function and a rich blend of Omega 3 to feed the brain critical levels of fatty acids. The modern diet is low in Omega-3 fatty acids and yet all the nerves connected to the nervous system consist of high concentrations of these essential fatty acids. There are many studies also linking depression to low Omega 3 consumption. Anxiety and Insomnia can also be persistent issues in PROTRACTED WITHDRAWALS, which is why POINT OF RETURN includes two items to help resist stress and assist with sleep. The Tart Cherry Extract is naturally high in Melatonin while a milk peptide eases the effects of stress on the body. Melatonin is a powerful antioxidant that stimulates brain glutathione while also regulating our circadian rhythms, or the ability to awaken and sleep. The POINT OF RETURN Method program includes PROTECT (Glutathione builder), MOOD (rich blend of Omega 3 fatty acids), SLEEP (Tart Cherry Extract, a natural source of Melatonin) and CALM (to resist stress), but also includes a step-by-step workbook and Deeds of Trust as our free gift (our co-founders true story both on the medications and her journey back to health).
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. COMMON PROTRACTED WITHDRAWAL SYMPTOMS MAY INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
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