Get Relief from Anxiety and Stress, Naturally

21st Century is called the Century of Stress. Anxiety and stress related problems are so common today, that between 7-10% of all adult population suffer from it at one or another time of life.

Anxiety is a complex combination of emotions including fear, worry, sadness, and It is often accompanied by physical sensations such as sweating, nausea, chest pain and/or shortness of breath.

Anxiety becomes a problem when it starts interfering with a person’s ability to work. Severe anxiety usually lasts more than six months, though it may not be a problem every day. Anxiety is often confused with Depression, which is a feeling of hopelessness.

What are the Symptoms of Anxiety?

Physical weakness, fatigue, sleeplessness, indigestion problems or constipation, palpatation sweating, high heart beat rate, shallow and rapid breathing.

The person may also show lack of concentration and efficiency in daily jobs, and irritability in general.

How are Anxiety and Panick Attacks generally treated?

The available treatments are limited. The most prescribed drugs are Benzodiazpines (Ativan, Centrax etc.), Betablockers (Indernal, Tenormin etc.), SRIs (Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors), Tricyclic Antidepressants etc.

All of these drugs help to some extent, but not without their side effects. For eg. BenzoDiazpines cause excessive drowsiness, interfering with normal working and are potentially habit forming. side-effects from other may include Nervousness, Blur vision, Low Blood Pressure, Sexual Impotence etc. Therefore, Drugs are not long-term solutions.

src: Anxiety and Stress Disorders Clinic http://anxiety.psy.ohio-state.edu/medicati.htm

You may also try these popular Home Remedies for Anxiety

• Kava is a commonly recommended herb for treatment of Anxiety. Kava extract is taken in 100 mg doses 2-3 times a day. However, it may not be suitable for people with liver problems.
• A combination of popular nerve tonics Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) and Passion flower (Passiflora incarnata) is traditionally used for treatment of Anxiety.
• Indian herbs like Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), and Amla (Emblica officinalis) are traditionally recommended alone or in combinations with other herbs to curb Anxiety and increase mind’s stress thresholds.
• Extract of St John’s wort (a native european flower bush) is an effective formula for treatment of anxiety and related symptoms like lack of concentration, lack of sleep etc. This has been researched to be equivalent in effect to several allopathic medicines, and doesn’t have any side-effects.
• Winter Cherry (Ashvagandha, Withania somnifera) shows relaxant effect and is traditionally used in Indian Medicine for cure of anxiety and alleviating mood. It helps in increasing the sense of well being and also improves sexual performance. Several Indian Medicine experts recommend it with Shilajeet , which has anti-stress and power-yielding properties. The herb is taken in dried and powdered form with milk, 2-3 times a day.
• Soaking yourself in hot water with magnesium salts (epsom salts) helps in treatment of anxiety.
• Supplements with multi-vitamin and minerals taken over a period of 3-4 weeks have shown to reduce Anxiety.
• Meditation for atleast 15 mins a day can be a great help in reducing anxiety.

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1. Jack…

   Here’s a very relevant related article…

   Trackback by Jack — February 12, 2008 #

2. I have found that Yoga and heavy walking for 30 mins a day helps… its not a cure but it helps…

   Comment by barns — May 21, 2008 #

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