Herbal Cures For Mild Anxiety
In this article I will be going over some of the herbal cures used to alleviate anxiety and stress. But before that I want to briefly go over what anxiety disorder is and some of its symptoms. There are seven main types of anxiety and an individual may suffer from only one or a combination of all. These include a phobia of people, obsessive compulsive behaviour, panic attacks, generalized anxiety disorder and a host of other specific disorders. We all get a little anxious from time to time. When it comes to facing new challenges, or overcoming a facing a fear such as public speaking, we can all get a bit panic stricken! The reasons for anxiety will differ from person to person. Chronic anxiety, however is a disorder called 'Anxiety Disorder' and is much more sever and crippling. Anxiety disorder if not treated affects all aspects of the individuals life.
There are many different healing approaches to healing anxiety, and each person responds differently to each approach. Some of the approaches used to treat anxiety is; medication, cognitive-behavioural therapy, meditation, physical movement techniques, and herbal therapies. For the purpose of this article we will be looking into some of the herbal cures for anxiety, and just how effective they can be in treating the disorder. The first step in treating anxiety disorder however is being diagnosed, and then the proper remedies can be supplied. Here are some herbal cures for anxiety.
Stress relieving teas:
Green tea as well as chamomile tea both have very strong calming and sedative properties. Chamomile is a flowering plant which has been used for centuries in Europe and Asia for its medicinal properties. It has anti inflammatory properties and has been used for a wide range of problems, but one of its most important benefits is its tranquilizing effects. The active ingredient in Chamomile called Apigenin, is responsible for its sedative and anti-anxiety powers. Sipping chamomile tea has been clinically proven to have a significant effect on mild anxiety and stress.
Green tea is another plant which has gotten a lot of exposure over the years for its healing properties. It is packed with anti oxidants and other powerful properties. Green tea although it contains caffeine also has a very calming effect on those who drink it. Myself included! Although it has a calming for people suffering stress and mild anxiety it is not recommended for people with chronic anxiety.
Other powerful herbs:
Both Valerian and St. John's Wort have been shown to have an anti-anxiety and sedative effect on the mind and body. St. Johns' Wort is a herb which is primarily used in the treatment of depression, however studies indicate that it may also have an effect on general anxiety. Valerian is a perennial flowering plant which may affect the same brain pathways as anti-anxiety drugs like Xanax (known as benzodiazepines). These two herbs can be taken in conjunction to offer relief from anxiety, and its symptoms.
Remember that herbs are very powerful, and can also have side effects, speak to your doctor or research the contra-indications before self-administration.
There are many different healing approaches to healing anxiety, and each person responds differently to each approach. Some of the approaches used to treat anxiety is; medication, cognitive-behavioural therapy, meditation, physical movement techniques, and herbal therapies. For the purpose of this article we will be looking into some of the herbal cures for anxiety, and just how effective they can be in treating the disorder. The first step in treating anxiety disorder however is being diagnosed, and then the proper remedies can be supplied. Here are some herbal cures for anxiety.
Stress relieving teas:
Green tea as well as chamomile tea both have very strong calming and sedative properties. Chamomile is a flowering plant which has been used for centuries in Europe and Asia for its medicinal properties. It has anti inflammatory properties and has been used for a wide range of problems, but one of its most important benefits is its tranquilizing effects. The active ingredient in Chamomile called Apigenin, is responsible for its sedative and anti-anxiety powers. Sipping chamomile tea has been clinically proven to have a significant effect on mild anxiety and stress.
Green tea is another plant which has gotten a lot of exposure over the years for its healing properties. It is packed with anti oxidants and other powerful properties. Green tea although it contains caffeine also has a very calming effect on those who drink it. Myself included! Although it has a calming for people suffering stress and mild anxiety it is not recommended for people with chronic anxiety.
Other powerful herbs:
Both Valerian and St. John's Wort have been shown to have an anti-anxiety and sedative effect on the mind and body. St. Johns' Wort is a herb which is primarily used in the treatment of depression, however studies indicate that it may also have an effect on general anxiety. Valerian is a perennial flowering plant which may affect the same brain pathways as anti-anxiety drugs like Xanax (known as benzodiazepines). These two herbs can be taken in conjunction to offer relief from anxiety, and its symptoms.
Remember that herbs are very powerful, and can also have side effects, speak to your doctor or research the contra-indications before self-administration.
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