5 Herbal Cures For Anxiety - By: JCielo

If you're looking for information on herbal cures for your anxiety, then you'll find just what you're looking for here. I've listed 5 popular herbal remedies for anxiety that you can get at your local health food store or herbalist.

There are many herbs that can be used in the natural treatment of anxiety. But, before we go any further, although herbal cures are generally looked upon as pretty safe and natural, they can have some negative outcomes for some people, so always consult with your doctor before starting on any such remedy.

Right then, here are five herbal cures for anxiety that seem to be finding favor with many people...

St. John's Wort

This can be effective in treating anxiety because it acts as a natural SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) which are very often prescribed for both general anxiety and depression. This herb works in much the same way, by raising the serotonin in the brain, thereby reducing anxiety, stress, etc. It helps to control your mood, if you will.

Chamomile

Chamomile is a very popular dietary herbal remedy. And apart from anxiety, it is used to help combat a variety of disorders such as insomnia, digestive problems, skin infections, and more. You can get it in liquid extracts, tinctures, capsules, even creams I believe. But many people like to take it as a tea.

Scullcap

Scullcap has been used for ages in the treatment of the nervous system. It has been used in the treatment of anxiety, panic attacks, depression, tension, insomnia, etc. It contains a flavonoid called 'scutellarein' which it is believed acts as a natural sedative, and also, causes increased production of endorphins that promote the feeling of well-being and calmness.

Passionflower

It is believed that the flavonoids and alkaloids in passionflower help to regulate your brain's neurotransmitters and so help to reduce anxiety and calm the mind. You can get this herb in dried, capsule or liquid extract form.

Valerian

There is some clinical evidence that valerian root has some very mild tranquilizing and sedative effects, although less than that given by drug-based medication. More studies are required, but many people who use it report that they are calmer, with less tension and stress. You can take it in tablet, capsule, and liquid extract form,or, as an infusion.

These are just a small sample of all the herbal remedies for anxiety out there. Just ask at your favorite outlet for more information and dosages. But remember, talk to your doctor before taking any herbal remedy.

But, although herbs can be effective, they basically just manage your mood and /or help to calm you in much the same way as drugs, but without most of the serious side effects. They help you 'cope' with your anxiety.

And if your suffer from general anxiety, you no doubt have, and are still, suffering from anxiety (panic) attacks. The problem is that once having suffered a panic attack there is always an underlying fear (conscious or unconscious) of suffering another, because the symptoms of an attack are just so horrible.

This ongoing fear enhances your already high general anxiety levels and can actually trigger a panic attack. This is your cycle of anxiety that you need to break-out of in order to prevent further panic attacks and then cure your general anxiety.

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