herbs for depression & anxiety?
Which herbs are good for depression and anxiety?
I heard that kratom is but would like to hear your views.
Would like something that i could take as needed and would maybe help numb what im feeling.
Must be herbal as i do not like pharmaceuticals.
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October 10th, 2009 at 5:00 pm
St John’s?
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October 10th, 2009 at 5:41 pm
st johns wort
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October 10th, 2009 at 6:21 pm
Won’t work. Try examining what you are worried about and realise it’s not worth it.
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October 10th, 2009 at 6:32 pm
MaryJane
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October 10th, 2009 at 6:46 pm
Saint Johns Wart is good to help with better moods and also Estrovent will help you feel better,you can get it at Walmart.
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October 10th, 2009 at 7:00 pm
Drink like a 1/2 to a full gallon of water everyday until you think your depression is over. Trust me.
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October 10th, 2009 at 7:16 pm
St Marijane’s grass!!
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October 10th, 2009 at 7:50 pm
St Johns Wort or Valerian. I’ve tried both and found none worked. I suppose it depends on how bad the depression is xx
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October 10th, 2009 at 8:37 pm
Nutra-calm pills from your health shop.
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October 10th, 2009 at 9:17 pm
camomile
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October 10th, 2009 at 9:32 pm
Saint John’s Wort, Gingsing, Mulit-B vitamins and minerals, Kava Kava. If you use St. John’s Wort, be aware that you must be careful with the doseages and take no longer than two months at a time.
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October 10th, 2009 at 9:45 pm
Make a tea with:
1 teaspoon catnip
1 teaspoon valerian
1 teaspoon chamomile
1 teaspoon St. John’s Wart–unless you take seizure meds.
Place in a ziplock bag and shake.
Take one teaspoon of the mix and place it into a tea strainer.
Add boiling water and let it steep for 15 min. remove the strainer, add honey to taste and drink 2 to 3 times a day.
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October 10th, 2009 at 10:02 pm
I am clairvoyant, and why do I want to mention Valerian to you - ? I was just thinking about you and that herb came forward in my subsconscious. Valerian. When you get a minute, check it out.
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Another way to control your depression and/or anxiety is to stop taking on more than you can handle. It’s okay to say NO once in awhile. People have trouble saying NO. So practise saying it now and then. It will free you from burdens you really do not want nor need… Best to you, always. From Chris in South Portland, Maine, U.S.A.
I am 64 and have been able to know stuff for a long time. Did you also know that making your bed and having your rooms in order has the effect of calming your mind? You will be less anxious generally if your home is in order. Dishes done, cats fed, bed made, things picked up, &c. Your eyes won’t have to constantly process visual chaos all the time… - C.
October 10th, 2009 at 10:40 pm
st.johns wort
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October 10th, 2009 at 11:26 pm
Smoke a doobie, it works for myself and millions of others!
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October 11th, 2009 at 12:05 am
call your local health food store. there are alot of variety of blends for what you have mentioned. scullcap and Valerian root are very strong nerve calmers. also they offer 5htp and st.johns wart but i would not recommend them until you calm down your nerves.you should evaluate your diet and sleep patterns.for sleep you can look at melatonin. it works great ….hope this helps
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October 11th, 2009 at 12:25 am
I heard St Johns Worts can help with mild depression but medication can only help with the symptoms of depression but not the cause. You should talk to a therapist who can help you deal with the cause and find out why you are feeling depressed and axious.
I have anxiety and depression and have been trying an alternative therapy called Emotional Freedom Technique and it has really worked for me and helped me a lot. Since using it I have been feeling a lot better. It’s very good at getting rid of all kinds of negative emotions and dealing with all kinds of issues quickly. It does sound bizarre but does work. Might be something that can help you.
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http://www.emofree.com
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emotional_freedom_technique
http://www.sarah-holland.co.uk/howto.html
October 11th, 2009 at 1:11 am
St. John’s Wort for depression
Some of the Bach Flower Remedies deal with anxiety - you could check out
http://www.bachcentre.com/centre/remedies.htm
http://www.bachflower.com/7_Groups.htm
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October 11th, 2009 at 1:53 am
Sorry to have to say this, but I think you’re wasting your time trying to find a herbal solution to your difficulties. Even if you were to try something, it needs to be taken on a regular basis, not as needed. Remember herbs have not been tested either for safety or efficacy , and are only suitable for the mildest of problems.
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Tried various herbal products..Nearly all useless.
October 11th, 2009 at 1:58 am
Hi JC
Here are some ideas to heal the issue.
Cause
Anxiety disorders occur in people of all ages, but appear to be more common among women. The occurrence of an anxiety or panic attack is often unpredictable, but it may be associated with certain situations such as driving a car. The exact cause is complex, involving constitutional factors, emotional stress, biochemical imbalances, and environmental triggers. In women, hormone imbalances can cause anxiety. Therefore, hormone assessment is essential. Amino and fatty acid imbalances can also play an important role in triggering anxiety attacks.
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Natural Cures
Diet: Assess your diet to reduce excessive consumption of stressor foods such as refined sugars, honey, maple syrup, or cow`s milk products. Consume vegetable soups, broths, and a wide variety of green and yellow vegetables. Add more complex carbohydrates such as whole grains, beans, seeds, and nuts.
Flower Essences: Flower essences can prove very helpful in managing and helping to eliminate anxiety. Use Aspen for apprehension, foreboding, and fear of unknown origin while Mimulus is for fear of known things, shyness, and timidity. Red chestnut is used for excessive anxiety and over caring for others. Rescue Remedy® (combination formula) is for general stress from anxiety, and Rock Rose is helpful for coping with terror and panic from known fear.
Herbs: Panax ginseng has a tonic effect on the adrenal glands, improving blood flow to the brain and reducing the stress associated with mental/emotional issues. Valerian root, an herbal tranquilizer and muscle relaxant, is another good agent for calming the nervous system. It helps balance mood swings and is not habit forming. Valerian-hops combination formulas are good daytime sedatives because they don`t interfere with reflex actions. Passionflower is another mild sedative that helps reduce anxiety, high blood pressure, nervous tension, and muscle tension, and encourages deep, restful sleep. St. John’s wort, a highly popular remedy for depression, has proven effective for anxiety and mood swings as well.
Homeopathy: Aconite, Actaea rac., Drosera, Calc carb., and Sulfur are all useful homeopathic remedies for dealing with anxiety.
Hypnotherapy: Self-hypnosis helps to impart to the mind imagery designed to bring about deep levels of relaxation.
Meditation: Develops the mind`s ability to stop anxiety at its source.
Nutritional Supplementation: The following supplements have all been shown to help reduce feelings of anxiety by calming the nervous system: calcium, magnesium, vitamin B complex, 5-HTP, pantothenic acid, and adrenal and kidney glandulars. GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), an amino acid, can also affect mood by increasing levels of the brain neurotransmitter serotonin (a mood regulator).
Alternative Professional Care
If your symptoms persist despite the above measures, seek the help of a qualified health professional. The following professional care therapies have all been shown to be useful for treating and relieving the symptoms of anxiety: Acupressure, Biofeedback Training, Bodywork (especially Massage Therapy), Environmental Medicine, Guided Imagery, Hypnotherapy, Magnetic Field Therapy, Naturopathic Medicine, Orthomolecular Medicine (for a self-care approach, we recommend the book The Mood Cure by Julia Ross), Qigong, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Yoga.
Best of health to you
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October 11th, 2009 at 2:23 am
SAM-e
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October 11th, 2009 at 2:47 am
st johns wort xx
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October 11th, 2009 at 3:06 am
Relagen is an 100% all natural product that effectively addresses the diverse and debilitating symptoms of STRESS, ANXIETY, and DEPRESSION. http://pharmacy-online.tk
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October 11th, 2009 at 3:28 am
For anxiety i have tried various herbs. Valerian and Passionflower herbal tablets do seem to relax you. I think there is one called Kalms…which does make you feel calmer.
For depression, St. John’s Wort is supposed to be good, but only for cases of mild to moderate depression. I have never tried it but know someone who has felt better for taking it.
Have you tried a chinese herbalist? They can mix herbs specially to suit you.
Good luck x
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