Natural Anxiety Remedies – Methods to Help Anxiety

Anxiety affects all people – young or old, male or female – and often results in difficulty sleeping, muscle tension, sweating, heart palpitations, chest pain, sweating, trembling, restlessness, nausea, and irritability which can make daily functions a constant battle for those who struggle with an anxiety disorder.

While there are a variety of causes of anxiety, including stress at school or work, financial problems, relationship issues, side effects of medications, use of illicit drugs, and emotional trauma, there is no one particular cure to end anxiety completely for those who suffer.

Psychiatrists and mental health professionals often recommend medications, such as a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines (such as Xanax and Valium) which leave the patient feeling calm and relaxed, or antidepressants (such as Paxil and Effexor). Despite the success of many of these medications, they are also linked to a variety of side effects, including drowsiness, memory loss, nausea, depression, confusion, disorientation, loss of energy, slowed reflexes, impaired thinking or judgment, and addiction. In order to avoid the side effects of anti-anxiety medications, many people who struggle with anxiety disorders are hesitant to use them and prefer a natural anxiety treatment.

One such natural method to reduce anxiety is massage therapy, which is widely used to diminish tension in the muscles, relieve stress, and improve sleep patterns. Another natural anxiety remedy is the use of aromatherapy. Plant essential oils such as cypress, geranium, jasmine, lavender, and sandalwood can be added to baths, massage oil, or infusers to alleviate nervous tension. The dietary supplement of chamomile has also become widely used for the treatment of anxiety and stress. In North America, chamomile tea has become popular for treating a variety of issues, including sleep problems, digestive upset, and anxiety. The supplement is available in capsules, liquid extracts, tinctures, and creams. Mind and body techniques, such as relaxation practices, meditation, yoga, self-hypnosis, breathing exercises, and biofeedback are all also widely used as methods for coping with anxiety in a natural way.

By: Simon Stenning

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