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Do you feel frustrated and wish you could find a way to relax? Are you always anxious about the future? Whatever your answer might be, I assume you may have felt anxious at some point in your life. Perhaps your first day at a new school, going for a job interview, meeting a deadline, etc. It is completely normal to feel anxious about what is to come. I bring good news though. I've compiled some natural remedies that would help fight your anxiety – herbs.

Healing herbs play a vital role in both traditional and modern medicine. So, whether you have a full-blown anxiety attack or minor feeling of unease, you will benefit from the healing powers of these calming herbs.

Instead of turning to pills at the slightest sign of an anxiety attack, these natural remedies will provide you relief from stress and anxiety.

1. Lavender

This flowering plant known for its lovely fragrance is beneficial to our mood. Lavender serves as a remedy for several ailments besides depression and anxiety. It is believed that lavender acts as a sedative in the centres related to emotions in the brain, and this helps to cut back the feeling of stress and anxiety. 

To enjoy its calming abilities, lavender oils can either be inhaled or applied directly to the body.

Dosage: Add 2 to 4 drops of lavender oil in 2 cups of boiling water and inhale the vapours. You can also mix 1 to 4 drops of lavender oil with olive oil and massage over the pulse points of your body.

2. Tulsi

Another calming herb for anxiety is tulsi, also referred to as holy basil. Tulsi is a strong antioxidant that acts as an adaptogen, which is considered an anti-stress agent. Once taken, tulsi promotes a sense of calmness, making it very effective for treating anxiety and stress.

Dosage: Mix ½ cup of water with ¼ cup of tulsi leaves, and boil for 10 minutes. Remove from the stove and add 2 teaspoons of lemon juice or honey to it.

3. Brahmi

Brahmi is a therapeutic herb frequently used for memory enhancement. It helps to reduce stress and anxiety too. It does this by counteracting the level of cortisol, known as a stress hormone in the body. This herb is often used for making tea to calm your anxiety and stress levels. 

Dosage: Add ½ teaspoon of Brahmi powder to ½ cup of water and boil for about 3 minutes. Strain the infusion and add honey to sweeten.

4. Tumeric

This is considered the best herb to consume for general wellness. It is super rich in antioxidants, which improves blood flow to the brain, as well as boosting the health of the heart. Turmeric contains curcumin which is an ingredient that diminishes symptoms of depression and anxiety. Curcumin elevates neurotransmitters like serotonin and lowers stress hormone - cortisol. Tumeric may be taken as a supplement, or directly added to meals.

Dosage: Take ¼ teaspoon of turmeric daily.

5. Passionflower

This calming herb was originally used for hysteria treatment in the early centuries. Passionflower is known for its mild sedative properties that promote sleep and also reduce the symptoms of anxiety. It is believed to contain substances that increase Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) which is a chemical that regulates brain activities. GABA helps to promote relaxation, making it effective to ease anxiety. Unlike the regular sedative, passionflower has minimal side effects.

Dosage: Drinking 1 cup of passionflower tea 2 to 3 times daily, can help reduce your anxiety level.

Wrapping it up

These herbs have been used for treating several ailments apart from anxiety and depression for thousands of years. Although these herbs are natural and safe, you may not get immediate results. Additionally, consider consulting your physician before using any of these herbs.

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