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Effective Herbal Alternatives
To Valium And All Other Anxiety Related Drugs
Interest in natural herbs for anxiety has been rising along with reports
of their successful use in the treatment of mood disorders. As an
alternative to traditional pharmaceuticals to treat
anxiety, depression
and herbs has been at the focus of much attention. Kava Kava
the most commonly used herbal remedy for anxiety, is just one of many
natural and herbal remedies currently being used in the treatment
of mood and sleep disorders.
Anxiety Medication Herbs
Anxiety disorders are more common than people think, and research
estimates that up to 6.5% of the population suffers from a diagnosable
condition of anxiety or panic disorder. Herbs for anxiety are being
used effectively by millions of people to help combat, reduce, and
eliminate symptoms related to this condition as well. Herbal remedies
are also being used effectively to help those with mild depression,
insomnia, and helping people reduce stress. Listed below are some
of the most popular anxiety herbs and herbal remedies that are currently
used.
Best Remedies and Natural Herbs For Anxiety
There are some best remedies and natural herbs for anxiety such as
follows
Kava Kava (Piper methysticum)
this is one of the most popular choices for the treatment of anxiety
and insomnia; it is a powerful herb from the South Seas. It is used
as an alternative to Valium and research studies have found that they
both reduce anxiety equivalently, but there are no addictive side
effects with the kava kava.
Valerian
The extract of valerian has been the treatment of choice for anxiety
and insomnia throughout the world. It is a sedative and painkiller.
Helpful in treating insomnia, Valerian is taken at bedtime to prevent
panic attacks and is used as a replacement for tranquilizers.
Ashwagandha
this is the primary strengthening tonic in Ayurvedic medicine and
is used to reduce stress and calm nerves. It is traditionally taken
as a tincture (an alcoholic extract) twice a daily.
Borage
Juice
this is used because it has a stimulating effect on the glandular
system. It also acts as a general tonic and purifies the blood. Take
1 tbsp. with water daily for two weeks.
Bugleweed
is used as a nervine to calm and relax nerves. Make an infusion using
one teaspoon of herb and one cup boiling water. You can also add lime
or linden flowers to the infusion.
California Poppy
is used as an herbal tranquilizer. Take ½ teaspoon of tincture
or two capsules 3-4 times a day or as directed in the product label.
Catnip
used as a nervine. Make an infusion using one ounce of herbs and one
pint of boiling water. Cool before drinking.
Chamomile
this is used as a nervine. Boil one ounce of blossoms in one pint
of water for fifteen minutes; strain and add honey to taste.
Fennel- used to relieve anxiety-related gastrointestinal upsets, reduces
flatulence, and abdominal tension, and relaxes the large intestine.
Take it as a tea before or after meals. It has no known side effects.
Feverfew
used to calm nerves and treat migraines and anxiety-induced headaches.
Infuse one ounce of herb in one pint of boiling water. Cool before
drinking.
Ginkgo Biloba
used to improve circulation to the brain. It elevates the mood for
those depressed, and often used as a natural antidepressant.
Ginseng
is used to treat anxiety. It is usually taken in combination with
royal jelly and is a great energy booster and lifts the spirits. Take
1 tsp. of royal jelly in a cup of ginseng tea twice daily.
Hops
used to relieve insomnia and encourage sleep. To make a tea, boil
one teaspoon of herb in one cup of water in a covered pot for ten
minutes. Strain and flavor with honey and lemon to taste. You can
also use it in making a sleep pillow. To make a sleep pillow, stuff
a small pouch or pillow with hop flowers. Sprinkle a little alcohol
on the herb to release the essential oils.
Lemon Balm
is used as a mild relaxant
Lavandula Augustifolia
is used as a nervine to calm and relax, and to treat mild depression
and stress.
Meadowsweet
used to relieve headaches related to anxiety and stress. Drink meadowsweet
tea or extract.
Melatonin- used as a supplement to induce sleep.
Mullein- used for anxiety. Drink two cups of mullein tea each day.
Add an aromatic such as clover or cinnamon to overcome the pungent
odor.
Melissa Officinalis
it is used as a nervine to calm and relax the nervous system and to
reduce blood pressure. Active ingredients include: volatile oil, tannins,
flavinoids, tocopherols and choline. It is indigenous to the Mediterranean.
Motherwort
is used to treat anxiety that is associated with palpitations. If
the anxiety is connected to high blood pressure, use cramp bark and
linden blossoms.
Oats
are used to strengthen and relax nerves. Use preparations that contain
the oat seed along with the straw. Take ½ teaspoon of tincture,
three times daily.
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Remedies through Herbs for Anxiety
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