A Holistic Approach to Anxiety
Among the most powerful aspects of anxiety is its ability of making you convinced that you are alone in the suffering and this shaky, fearful feeling is something unique to you. But the truth is that everyone suffers from anxiety at some point in their life. It can be as a response to a perceived threat or a real one. The fact is that we humans are programmed to want to run away when things get a little scary. it is what helps us stay safe and alive.
But in case anxiety starts arising regularly without any actual threat, there can be a negative effect on your mood, emotional health, physical health and even relationships with others. According to The Anxiety & Depression Association of America, the number of people suffering from anxiety is somewhere around 40 million. When anxiety starts having an impact on everyday life, many people seek psychotherapy. But they are often disappointed because of the potential side effects of the anxiety drugs. And not to mention the light headed, groggy and sleepy feeling one gets after taking these drugs. You’ll be relieved to know that there are some great holistic remedies for treatment of anxiety and the FDA recognizes, approves and endorses these remedies as effective treatments for a variety of anxiety disorders. Exercise One of the best remedies of anxiety is exercise. It is safe, great for the brain, and it’s a powerful antidote to anxiety and depression, immediately as well as in the long term. It is suggested by the psychologists that a simple 10 minute walk can have great effects on anxiety. In fact it can be as effective as a full 45 minute workout. It has been shown by numerous studies that exercise can quickly bring people out of a depressed mood. Although, effects of exercise and walk are temporary, it has been demonstrated that a simple brisk walk or any other simple activity can provide relief for several hours, quite similar to the relief experienced by someone who took 1 milligram Klonopin. Hops Yes, hops is present in beer, but you will not get the calming benefits of this bitter herb from a beer. There is a sedative compound present in hops that is a volatile oil. One can get it in tinctures and extracts – and as aromatherapy in the hops pillows. People often use hops with valerian as a sedative, for promoting sleep. Note: you should not take sedative herbs in case you are taking any prescription sedative or tranquilizer, and tell your doctor about any supplements that you are taking. Chamomile In case of a jittery moment, consuming one cup of chamomile tea can help you relax. …show more content…
There are some components in chamomile that bind to the same receptors in brain as the drugs like Valium.
Chamomile can also be taken as supplement. It typically contains 1.2% apigenin and some dried chamomile flowers. It has been proven by numerous studies that when patients having generalized anxiety disorder were treated with the chamomile supplements for 8 weeks, their anxiety symptoms decreased dramatically, compared to another control group that was given placebo.
Lemon balm
People have been using lemon balm since the Middle Ages for reducing anxiety and stress and for helping with sleep. A study was carried out in which healthy volunteers were asked to take 600 mg lemon balm extract. It was found that they were much more alert and calm then the ones who took placebo.
Although, it is generally safe, if has been found by some studies that taking too much lemon balm can make the patient more anxious. So make sure to start with a small dose and always follow the directions. Lemon balm is available as capsule, tea and tincture. It is often combined with other herbs like valerian, hops and chamomile. Valerian There are some herbal supplements that reduce anxiety without making a person sleepy and then there are others that are sedatives. Valerian is a sedative. It’s used as a sleep aid by individuals suffering from insomnia. Sedative compounds are present in valerian. It has been approved by the German Government as treatment for sleep disorders. Valerian has a nasty smell and most people like to take it as tincture
Among the most powerful aspects of anxiety is its ability of making you convinced that you are alone in the suffering and this shaky, fearful feeling is something unique to you. But the truth is that everyone suffers from anxiety at some point in their life. It can be as a response to a perceived threat or a real one. The fact is that we humans are programmed to want to run away when things get a little scary. it is what helps us stay safe and alive.
But in case anxiety starts arising regularly without any actual threat, there can be a negative effect on your mood, emotional health, physical health and even relationships with others. According to The Anxiety & Depression Association of America, the number of people suffering from anxiety is somewhere around 40 million. When anxiety starts having an impact on everyday life, many people seek psychotherapy. But they are often disappointed because of the potential side effects of the anxiety drugs. And not to mention the light headed, groggy and sleepy feeling one gets after taking these drugs. You’ll be relieved to know that there are some great holistic remedies for treatment of anxiety and the FDA recognizes, approves and endorses these remedies as effective treatments for a variety of anxiety disorders. Exercise One of the best remedies of anxiety is exercise. It is safe, great for the brain, and it’s a powerful antidote to anxiety and depression, immediately as well as in the long term. It is suggested by the psychologists that a simple 10 minute walk can have great effects on anxiety. In fact it can be as effective as a full 45 minute workout. It has been shown by numerous studies that exercise can quickly bring people out of a depressed mood. Although, effects of exercise and walk are temporary, it has been demonstrated that a simple brisk walk or any other simple activity can provide relief for several hours, quite similar to the relief experienced by someone who took 1 milligram Klonopin. Hops Yes, hops is present in beer, but you will not get the calming benefits of this bitter herb from a beer. There is a sedative compound present in hops that is a volatile oil. One can get it in tinctures and extracts – and as aromatherapy in the hops pillows. People often use hops with valerian as a sedative, for promoting sleep. Note: you should not take sedative herbs in case you are taking any prescription sedative or tranquilizer, and tell your doctor about any supplements that you are taking. Chamomile In case of a jittery moment, consuming one cup of chamomile tea can help you relax. …show more content…
There are some components in chamomile that bind to the same receptors in brain as the drugs like Valium.
Chamomile can also be taken as supplement. It typically contains 1.2% apigenin and some dried chamomile flowers. It has been proven by numerous studies that when patients having generalized anxiety disorder were treated with the chamomile supplements for 8 weeks, their anxiety symptoms decreased dramatically, compared to another control group that was given placebo.
Lemon balm
People have been using lemon balm since the Middle Ages for reducing anxiety and stress and for helping with sleep. A study was carried out in which healthy volunteers were asked to take 600 mg lemon balm extract. It was found that they were much more alert and calm then the ones who took placebo.
Although, it is generally safe, if has been found by some studies that taking too much lemon balm can make the patient more anxious. So make sure to start with a small dose and always follow the directions. Lemon balm is available as capsule, tea and tincture. It is often combined with other herbs like valerian, hops and chamomile. Valerian There are some herbal supplements that reduce anxiety without making a person sleepy and then there are others that are sedatives. Valerian is a sedative. It’s used as a sleep aid by individuals suffering from insomnia. Sedative compounds are present in valerian. It has been approved by the German Government as treatment for sleep disorders. Valerian has a nasty smell and most people like to take it as tincture