One of the most difficult parts of coping with anxiety, I feel, is figuring out exactly what to do about it. There are so many options to choose from today! The thing is, not all remedies, treatments, and medications will be the right choice for every single person. Anxiety and Panic symtoms are very different across the board, so different solutions are needed for different circumstances.
After a lot of searching, I have found that a very helpful treatment for me is to turn to natural remedies and supplements. It has been a long journey finding these treatments for myself, and to get to this point was a bumpy, difficult road. Here is a list of some natural supplements that have helped me:
*Omega-3 Fish Oil supplement (http://fishoil4health.com/index.html)- Fish Oil helps with a lot of different health concerns, and along with that, it also can be beneficial to those with anxiety
*5-HTP-(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/5-HTP)- This helps with a lot of issues associated with anxiety and panic, from issues like insomnia to depression.
*Rhodiola Rosea-( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhodiola_rosea) Another supplement which helps anxiety symptoms, like depression and fatigue
*B Vitamin Complex- (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vitamin_B_complex) B vitamins are crucial for any person to take, but when paired with other supplements for anxiety, the results can be great.
*Gaba supplements(gamma-amino butyric acid)-(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gamma_amino_butyric_acid) These types of supplements are relaxing and have anti-anxiety effects
*Bach flower solutions-(http://www.bachflower.com/)- A series of solutions created by Dr. Edward Bach. There are a ton of different solutions, derived from flowers and they all serve different purposes. The solutions for anxiety are really helpful.
These are just a few things that have helped me, and I'm sure there are many more. I got most of my supplements form my holistic health care provider, but many supplements can be found in a health food store. However, I wouldn't recommend diagnosing and treating without seeking professional medical help.
In my next post I will write a little about some natural at-home remedies for relaxation that have been beneficial to me!
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16 years ago
thats awesome, did you look up all the information and sample to see what works for you?
ReplyDeleteActually, my sister and my doctor both suggested these things for me, and after I got them I looked everything up. They're relaly helpful, especially with helping me relax and get to sleep better! Maybe you could talk to your DR. about some of them?
ReplyDeleteIt is a great idea to use natural supplements. So many doctors are quick to prescribe meds without giving their patients alternatives. Patients should be aware that there are other options available for them. I struggled for years with different medication for depression. All of them seemed to make me even worse. Then finally I got off of the meds and tried similar things as you and they worked so much better!
ReplyDeleteThat is very similar to what I went through. At the time I wasn't made aware of other options either so it was difficult for a while. The natural supplements have been wonderful!
ReplyDeletePersonally, I've never really believed in natural supplements, I think that's just the conservative side in me. I really think it's more of a placebo effect, but if it works for you then keep using it that's for sure.
ReplyDeletei couldnt disagree with you more. if you actually read into the supplements ive listed, and did some psychological research, youd know what some of the supplements are. they work with your body the same way any synthetic medication would, only they are natural. Most of them all ready exist in your body, but some people experience low levels (like seretonin) which can cause anxiety symptoms. Natural supplements= better for you because its not foreign. your body is used to it all ready and probably is craving what it needs but its lacking
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