Sunday, April 7, 2013

Home Remedies for Anxiety - Simple Solutions for Calming Your Nerves

By Monica B. Nice


Here are some simple home remedies for anxiety that will help you calm those nervous symptoms. Contrary to what most people might think, mild anxiety can easily be treated at home with calming music and some ingredients out of the kitchen.Dietary Remedies,Orange. Just the smell of an orange is known to reduce anxiety. Just take the peels of the orange and drop them into a small pan. Cover them with water and let them simmer over the stove. The orange peel will release a fragrant calming oil as it simmers giving your home a comforting aroma. I like to heat orange peels during the winter months when we spend more time inside.
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Almonds. You can also take 10 almonds and soak them overnight in water to soften them. Once the are soft, peel the skins off and put the almonds in a blend with one cup of warm milk. Add a pinch of ginger and a pinch of nutmeg. Drink before going to bed at night to relax.

Chamomile.It is a natural tranquiliser, which is best for light anxiety. It cures nervousness in the stomach and mind. It reduces digestive discomforts, and improves appetite. It also improves lung and liver health. While experts say that chamomile is just a temporary treatment, it does provide a lot of comfort at the time of anxiety. Plus, since it is safe to use, it can be used in case of anxiety in children.Fennel.If anxiety leads to cough in your case, then you can try fennel. It is used to cure symptoms of anxiety like indigestion, cough, and asthma. It can also be taken as antispasmodic, diuretic, and analgesic. This is why it is the chosen remedy for many people.

Valerian or Valeriana officinalis is another type of herb which is also one of the natural remedies for anxiety disorder. It is well known as the herbal remedy for insomnia and it is also used by patients who are suffering from mild anxiety. Valerian should be taken one hour before going to sleep. This is because it can take two to three weeks before it will work. Valerian must not be used more than three months. Patients who are taking several medications must avoid Valerian especially those who are taking drugs that can depress the central nervous system including antihistamines and sedatives. Valerian should not be taken by patients who have liver diseases.

Motherwort.The main use of motherwort is for the treatment of menstrual problems. But in many cases, it is also used by pregnant women to manage pregnancy tension, anxiety and stress. Though not recommended for the initial two trimesters, it is certainly considered effective in stimulating blood circulation without affecting the pulse rate. It also helps fight heart palpitations, high blood pressure, and it helps a person become calm without fatigue.Passionflower.It is kind-of like kava kava, except that it does not have any side effects. It is a safe treatment, and is used to cure moderate to mild anxieties. It is also useful for severe anxieties in some cases. It reduces insomnia and muscle tension, thereby calming your nerves and preventing agitation, headaches, hot flashes, and mood swings. But if you are using MAOIs, you should not take passionflower.

A natural remedy for anxiety can take many different forms from homeopathic solutions to learned breathing techniques. This article will offer you three simple solutions that you can try to cure your own anxiety naturally without needing to resort to taking prescription medications which are not only expensive, but sometimes come with some pretty nasty side effects. While there are many natural methods you can try, the three remedies below are known to be very effective and can be easily tried.

Passionflower Herb: The Passionflower herb is taken for its calming effects. It's perfect for nervous, stressed-out people who suffer from sleep disorders, restlessness, stress or anxiety. It is available in capsules or tablets as well as fluid extracts, the fluid extracts work faster but any form can bring relief from nervousness or anxiety. Sometimes the solution to anxiety can be as simple as taking something natural from the earth like the Passionflower herb.

Kava Root: Kava root is excellent at treating mild to moderate anxiety and has been compared to drugs like Valium and Xanax for its calming abilities, yet in a completely natural form. They have proven that it is safe for the liver, causes no noticeable side effects and can be used in place of prescription medications that are used for the same symptoms. The best form to take kava is a concentrated extract, either capsule or tablet, however a liquid is available if you can stand the flavor.

Getting enough sleep is important for everyone, particularly if you are prone to having anxiety or panic attacks. Science has proven that there is a connection between having too little sleep and a higher incidence of anxiety. In searching for an anxiety attack remedy that works for you, one of the best things to put into place is a priority on getting enough sleep.Getting plenty of sleep helps to relax not only your body, but, also your brain - in terms of maintaining a good disposition and sense of contentment. People typically need 8 or 9 hours of sleep each day. In our modern, fast-paced society, it can be a challenge trying to get an adequate amount of sleep and rest.

Relaxation Inspiration.There can be something comforting about deliberate relaxation rituals. Try setting aside a few minutes, several times a day to relax.If you normally have time to gulp a cup of coffee and shove a donut in your mouth, while trying to meet a deadline, then you have time for a cup of herbal tea and a few moments of deep breathing. Chamomile is one of the oldest known anxiety remedies. Chamomile tea may be just the thing to give you a momentary calm.At some point, you are going to wash yourself. Instead of a rushed shower, carve out a few more minutes and enjoy a warm bath with some soft music and scented candles.




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