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Natural Remedies For Anxiety

A woman meditating in the park(BlackDoctor.org) — Take control of anxiety and get on with life. Some anxiety is normal—but it shouldn’t interfere with your ability to function. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful:

What You Need To Know:

  • Address your stress
    Reduce stress with meditation, counseling, and other methods
  • Avoid caffeine
    If you are anxious, avoid stimulants such as caffeine
  • Try valerian and passion flower
    Calm the nervous system by taking an herbal combination of valerian (100 to 200 mg) and passion flower (45 to 90 mg) three times a day
  • Aim for better nutrition with a multivitamin
    Taking one a day may help reduce anxiety and feelings of stress

June 22, 2010 by Morgan Curley

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