You may qualify to participate in a four month master’s thesis study that will research the effects of a specific plant based diet on those who are depressed.  This study will be conducted by LeAnn Fritz, ND, CNHP.

Depression is effecting more and more Americans and at a younger age than ever before.  Depression effects ones health, relationships, career, family and every other area of life.

Why should you participate?

This findings of this study have the potential to help thousands of Americans (and eventually, those around the globe) who are currently suffering with depression.  There are many causes of depression.  This study will take a look at any type of depression and analyze the results of the program followed.  Picture what your life would be like with out depression.  I can become a reality.  You can heal!  Picture your relationships, job, energy levels etc all improving!  This will be a rewarding and LIFE CHANGING experience for you!!!

You will receive help and support along the way.  You will get recipes, ideas, tips and help on a regular basis.  You are NOT alone.  There are many struggling just like you.  There is also a forum where participants can support each other, share recipes, ideas, tips and struggles.  You are LOVED, there is HOPE and you CAN do this!

Requirements:

1. 1.You will need to follow all guidelines for the diet that will be provided for you for the entire four months.  If you choose to stop the diet at any time, you will need to be removed from the study.
   

2. 2.You will need to be able to begin the study no later than Feb. 29, 2012.
   

3. 3.You must be at least 13 years old.  If you are under 18 you must have a parent’s consent.
   

4. 4.You need to be able/willing to purchase all of the food required to follow the program (it will consist of all organic whole foods).
   

5. 5.You need to fill out initial paper work regarding your current condition as well as two mid-study questionnaires and also some information at the end of the study.
   

6. 6.You need to agree NOT to make any changes other than the diet given (so don’t start any new supplements, don’t start an exercise or weight loss program etc.  If there is an emergency that requires a change, please let me know asap so that I can determine if you can remain in the study.
   

***You do NOT have to have a clinical diagnosis in order to participate.  ***All check ins are done online so you do NOT need to live local to the study supervisor

If you are interested in participating in this study, please click here to fill out an initial application.  Or, if you would like to ask some questions first, feel free to email newhopehealthinfo@gmail.com and put “Depression Study” in the subject line.