The Spelt grain is a highly nutritious. It is naturally high in fibre and contains more protein than other wheat. It contains 7 out of 8 essential amino acids. It contains higher than average vitamins, especially B’s, & minerals and high silicic acid, so it has a positive effect on intellect, skin, hair and nails. Many who have wheat allergies and some gluten-sensitive people; find that they can safely eat Spelt based foods.

I love Spelt. It makes wonderful tasting bread. It has more taste, than regular wheat, more nutty. Spelt can be used in place of wheat in just about any recipe. I just replace it for ordinary white or wholemeal flour. Spelt is an easily digestible grain, making wonderful pasta.

One of first things you will notice when using spelt flour is that it always seems to require less liquid than other flours. To use spelt in a recipe designed for wheat flour, you would start by using ¼ less liquid than called for or ¼ more spelt flour. It would be best to try it out on easier items, such as muffins, pancakes, coffee cake, etc., before trying to make yeast breads. I have a bread machine and I simply replace flour in recipes for Spelt and have great results, but you will need to keep an eye on liquid content to start with.

For me discovering Spelt, made me release that Wheat is differently for human kinds, it just that we can’t help tampering around with things, until they aren’t what they are supposed to me. Makes you think about Genetically Modified foods, doesn’t it?

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Exercise is a great mood lifting. Mood elevating endorphins are released during exercise. A brisk walk or jog is great way to clear air. Other great exercises for this are cycling, racquet sports, aerobic exercise, weight lifting, etc.

As always, it is important to look at things holistically. Emotional aspect must consider. Often depression comes with an overload of energy, so releasing that energy is important. So apart from exercise already mentioned, massage is a great energy mover. Doing things that help spark your creativity can help release pent up emotional energy too. Consider writing in a journal, or stories, poetry, whatever. Drawing pictures, they don't have to be a master pieces, just let yourself go, draw squiggles, doodle, paint picture, splurge with colour. Take a class in something like pottery, anything creative. Play a musical instrument. Sing. It doesn't have to be in tune, just let it out; this is a great way to release emotions. Enjoy other people's creativity; go to museums, art galleries, craft show, or concerts.

A great way to deal with depression is to get involved in something worthwhile. Leave your troubles behind and help someone else. In our lives today, it is so easy to become isolated from other people. This is just a breeding ground for depression. Join a group and make some friends. Find someone to talk to about your problems. In severe cases counselling may help.

If you need more than this you may want to consider supplements. Hypericum (St John's Wort) is number 1 herb for depression. (If you are on other medication, check first that it won't interact) Tryptophan is available but on a limited basis. A multivitamin, which is high in B vitamins, is essential. Flower Essences are a good stand by to help you through. Essential oils can also lift mood. (If you would like help in selecting right combination of supplements, just contact me through my website, http://www.puttingitright.com.au and I will put together a selection for you, with a special price.)

Above all, changing your outlook helps. Work on replacing your negative thoughts with positive empowering thoughts. Take charge and live life you want to live.