Anxiety is a reaction to the stress.Stress is a response to a threat in a situation. Anxiety is a feeling of fear, worry, and uneasiness, often accompanied by nervousness. Everyone experiences anxiety at some point in our lives. Different experiences can bring on anxiety, like the look on your mother-in-law's face saying your best efforts were wasted, dread over anticipated events, such as the feeling of imminent death or maybe you really hate your job. These may brought various symptoms:
inability to concentrate
muscle tension
headaches
dizziness
insomnia
sweating
heart palpitations
sense of impending doom
dry mouth
hyperventilation
upset stomach
restlessness
fatigue
Anxiety is a feeling of unease, that can be severe or mild. Some people find it hard to control their worries and can often affect their daily life. Anxiety in severe cases is the main symptom of several conditions including phobias, panic disorder,social anxiety disorder (social phobia) and post traumatic stress disorder.
Anxiety can be long or short lived, basing on its source. The longer the anxiety last, the more additional symptoms will be experience. If your anxiety is a reaction to a single, isolated occasion your anxiety level will decrease and your symptoms will disappear after the occasion. If your anxiety is caused by friction to certain individual, you're likely to experience anxiety for a period of time before and after you see that individual. In this case, the symptom list may have grown to include diarrhea or constipation and irritability.
When the source of your anxiety is always present, such as going to work or job everyday. A source of anxiety that never leaves you. You are dread getting up in the morning in light of the fact that you need to go to work, dread going to bed in the evening because when you wake up you need to go to work, dread the weekend on the grounds that when it's over you'll need to go to work. We struggle to race through the career ladder and feel overwhelmed by the demands. One may also experience the following symptoms, insomnia, over or under eating, loss of sex drive, or chest pain. But even though such anxiety may be common, it's taking its toll on you, emotionally, physically and mentally.
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Essentially, anxiety is part of the "fight or flight" mechanism. Their instinct prepared them to attack or run from an attack, they were hunters, but also they were the hunted. Anxiety kept them alive, as it brought about adrenaline to be released into the bloodstream, bringing liver to release energy-stimulating sugars into the system to prepare for the fight. If we feel anxious we may feel our muscles knot up but that, in itself, isn't a problem. The problem is the body's response to such push. When anxiety is extreme or prolonged, the powerful "fight or flight" chemicals can harm your body's organs. In the long run, anxiety can cause a full-fledged illness, such as high blood pressure and headaches .
While stress is most often at the root of anxiety symptoms, they can be brought about by physical issues also. If your symptoms of anxiety are persevering, get checked out by your specialist so that you can rule out the following:
Heart disorders, which can cause rapid heartbeat, are very often associated with anxiety
Hyperthyroidism, which may produce symptoms that resemble those of anxiety
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
Diet pills
Caffeine, which can produce nervous symptoms even in moderate amounts
Hypoglycemia
Diabetes
Anemia
So now that you understand what anxiety can do, it's right time to know what you can do to handle it correctly. Anxious behavior befalls us all at one time or another, however it doesn't need to be an ongoing issue. Numerous stress relievers exist to make our nerves back into alignment once more, so lets find out how our nervous system handles anxiety, also how we can use a couple of home remedies for anxiety to calm down a bit.
Mild anxiety can be treated successfully at home with some soothing remedies from the kitchen, a little quiet time and a little calming music.Take a look a few home remedies you can implement to easily reduce your anxiety.
Home Remedies.
There are some simple home remedies we can employ to help our body relax, to a certain amount of anxiety that will creep into everyone's life.
Home Remedies found in Refrigerator
Celery. Eat 2 cups onions,celery or a mixture of the two, cooked or raw, together with your meals for one or two weeks. Both onions and celery contain large amounts of folic acid and potassium, deficiencies of which can cause nervousness.
Orange. The aroma of an orange is known to reduce anxiety. To get the benefits just peel an orange and inhale. Or drop the peel into a small pan or potpourri burner. Boil with water and simmer. when heated, The orange peel when heated,will release its fragrant and calming oil.
Orange juice. For a racing heart beat associated with anxiety, put a pinch of nutmeg and stir 1 teaspoon honey into 1 cup orange juice and drink.
Home Remedies in Backyard
Herbal treatment of kava may help you out of a tough time.This is a herb that can aid in physical and mental relaxation and aids in the relief of anxiety. Helps with sleep and may cause drowsiness. Discuss the herb with a doctor experienced in natural remedies. At that point the two of you can decide whether kava may help you to reduce the anxiety that all of us find overwhelming from time to time.
Another herb aide for anxiety is valerian or valerian root. Acts as a sedative to aid with sleep.
Home Remedies in the Cupboard
Almonds. Soak 10 raw almonds overnight in water making them easy to peel off the skins. Place almonds in blender with a pinch of ginger, a pinch of nutmeg and one cup of warm milk. Drink before going to bed at night, to help you relax .
Baking soda. Add 1/3 cup baking soda and 1/3 cup ginger to a nice warm bath. Take a long bath in the tub for 15 minutes to relieve tension and anxiety.
Oil. Sesame oil is great, but coconut, corn or sunflower oil will work, too. For a nice anxiety-busting massage, heat 6 ounces oil until warm only. Rub over entire body, including the bottoms of your feet and your scalp. A small rolling pin feels better! Before the morning bath use the oil as a massage to calm you down for the day's activities. Try using it before bedtime, if anxiety is keeping you awake,
Home Remedies in the Spice Rack
Rosemary. Used in the Middle Ages to ward off evil spirits. Make a tea by adding 1 to 2 teaspoons of the dried rosemary herb to 1 cup boiling water; steep for 10 minutes, then drink. Rosemary has a calming effect on the nerves.Inhaling rosemary can be relaxing, too. Use rosemary incense or burn a sprig to ease anxiety.
Do Remember
1. Keep a diary to track and then eliminate events that might trigger anxiety. Make note of foods, as some of the things you eat may be responsible for the symptoms. Examine your diet, and watch for:
• Alcohol, added sugars and caffeine, which have all been shown to increase anxiety.
• Deficiencies in zinc, magnesium and vitamin B12, have been linked to symptoms of anxiety. Vegetarians and vegans in particular should watch their B12 intake, because this vitamin is only found in animal products.
• Studies found out that unhappy gut linked with unhappy mind, so avoid eating difficult to digest foods like processed meals, foods high in saturated fats, and fried foods.
• Finally, prevent yourself become so hungry that your blood sugar drops, which can lead to an anxiety attack.
2. Indulge in noncompetitive exercises, such as bicycling, swimming or walking. It's good for you, both emotionally and physically. Studies show 21 minutes is all it takes for exercise to reliably reduce symptoms of anxiety. Exercise will not only make you feel better about yourself, it will also flood your body with feel-good endorphins.According to some researchers, by increasing your body heat, a natural result of exercise, it may alter neural circuits controlling mood and cognitive function, including those that affect the neurotransmitter serotonin. Research studies believe this response can alleviate anxiety, increase relaxation and boost your mood.
3. Try to get between 1 and 3 grams of omega-3s a day. There is some evidence that omega-3 fatty acids may ease anxiety symptoms and lift your mood by lowering levels of stress chemicals such as cortisol and adrenaline in the body. Caned fatty fish, such as salmon and tuna, flax seeds and walnuts are all great sources of omega-3 fatty acids.
4. Add L-lysine to your diet. L-lysine is an amino acid and one of the building blocks of your brain's chemical messengers called neurotransmitters. Research studies have shown that people taking L-lysine supplements had reduced symptoms of anxiety and reduced stress hormones levels. L-lysine is commonly found in fish, beans,and meat and is also sold as an oral supplement.
5 .Indulge in a mental flight of fantasy, meditate or pray, to give your mind a break.
6. Try to get outside in natural sunlight for 15 minutes a day. This is the best way to naturally increase your vitamin-D levels, which can decrease symptoms of anxiety and depression. A 15 minute break will not only take your stress mind, it will also let you reap the benefits of outdoor activity. And the greener the better.
7. Breathe in, breathe out. Slowly, deeply. This is relaxing. There is a technique you can use that will allow you to inhale and exhale in a way that helps soothe your angst. To do it, breathe in slowly through your nose to a count of four, take hold your breath for the count of four and then exhale through your mouth to a count of four. Do it five to ten times when you feel full of tension and you should start to feel immediately better. This will slows your breathing, which makes your heart beat slower, then makes you feel less edgy and more in control.
8. Chat with a friend, a psychotherapist, a clergyman or someone you trust as sometimes it helps to just have someone else to bounce feelings and thoughts off of. Talk to someone who wants to help you feel better and cares about you.Talking about your anxiety can relieve it. You can also write your concerns in a journal if you’d rather let them out without sharing them with others. Write your issues down on paper to give them a voice because maybe they just want to be heard and then they will go away quietly. At a minimum, you will at least get them out of your head and make room for more positive feelings and thoughts to appear.
9. Taking Care of Yourself.Take some time to yourself and take care of your own needs every once in a while too. Schedule yourself for a relaxing massage or join a fun new exercise class. Make it a point to sit down, watching your favorite show without guilt or simply run your errands.
10. Take a hot bath with Epsom salts chemically known as magnesium sulfate. A soothing hot bath is always calming, and increasing body heat may help regulate anxiety and mood. Stir in some Epsom salts, for added benefits. The magnesium sulfate in the salts has been shown to lower blood pressure and calm anxiety. Likewise try adding vanilla or lavender essential oils to your bathwater, to feel the calming effects of these scents.
Anxiety is a serious condition that can quickly spiral out of control. If you suffer from a serious anxiety disorder, you may need psychotherapy for your condition as well as pharmaceutical medicines. Or if you feel that your anxiety might lead to panic attacks, it's time to visit an specialists. If you are only experiencing a mild anxiety, try these simple home remedies, it can help you find your inner peace.
NOTE:
All content provided on this WAY OF MAKING THINGS MUCH BETTER(WOMTMB),"comanuels.blogspot.com", including medical opinion and any other health-related information, is for informational purposes blog only. Blog's owner makes no representations as to the completeness or accuracy of any information on this site or found by following any link on this site.Use of this site and the information contained herein does not create a doctor-patient relationship. In connection with any questions or issues you may have regarding your own health or the health of others, always seek the direct advice of your own doctor.
inability to concentrate
muscle tension
headaches
dizziness
insomnia
sweating
heart palpitations
sense of impending doom
dry mouth
hyperventilation
upset stomach
restlessness
fatigue
Anxiety is a feeling of unease, that can be severe or mild. Some people find it hard to control their worries and can often affect their daily life. Anxiety in severe cases is the main symptom of several conditions including phobias, panic disorder,social anxiety disorder (social phobia) and post traumatic stress disorder.
Anxiety can be long or short lived, basing on its source. The longer the anxiety last, the more additional symptoms will be experience. If your anxiety is a reaction to a single, isolated occasion your anxiety level will decrease and your symptoms will disappear after the occasion. If your anxiety is caused by friction to certain individual, you're likely to experience anxiety for a period of time before and after you see that individual. In this case, the symptom list may have grown to include diarrhea or constipation and irritability.
When the source of your anxiety is always present, such as going to work or job everyday. A source of anxiety that never leaves you. You are dread getting up in the morning in light of the fact that you need to go to work, dread going to bed in the evening because when you wake up you need to go to work, dread the weekend on the grounds that when it's over you'll need to go to work. We struggle to race through the career ladder and feel overwhelmed by the demands. One may also experience the following symptoms, insomnia, over or under eating, loss of sex drive, or chest pain. But even though such anxiety may be common, it's taking its toll on you, emotionally, physically and mentally.
While stress is most often at the root of anxiety symptoms, they can be brought about by physical issues also. If your symptoms of anxiety are persevering, get checked out by your specialist so that you can rule out the following:
Heart disorders, which can cause rapid heartbeat, are very often associated with anxiety
Hyperthyroidism, which may produce symptoms that resemble those of anxiety
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
Diet pills
Caffeine, which can produce nervous symptoms even in moderate amounts
Hypoglycemia
Diabetes
Anemia
So now that you understand what anxiety can do, it's right time to know what you can do to handle it correctly. Anxious behavior befalls us all at one time or another, however it doesn't need to be an ongoing issue. Numerous stress relievers exist to make our nerves back into alignment once more, so lets find out how our nervous system handles anxiety, also how we can use a couple of home remedies for anxiety to calm down a bit.
Mild anxiety can be treated successfully at home with some soothing remedies from the kitchen, a little quiet time and a little calming music.Take a look a few home remedies you can implement to easily reduce your anxiety.
Home Remedies.
There are some simple home remedies we can employ to help our body relax, to a certain amount of anxiety that will creep into everyone's life.
Home Remedies found in Refrigerator
Celery. Eat 2 cups onions,celery or a mixture of the two, cooked or raw, together with your meals for one or two weeks. Both onions and celery contain large amounts of folic acid and potassium, deficiencies of which can cause nervousness.
Orange. The aroma of an orange is known to reduce anxiety. To get the benefits just peel an orange and inhale. Or drop the peel into a small pan or potpourri burner. Boil with water and simmer. when heated, The orange peel when heated,will release its fragrant and calming oil.
Orange juice. For a racing heart beat associated with anxiety, put a pinch of nutmeg and stir 1 teaspoon honey into 1 cup orange juice and drink.
Home Remedies in Backyard
Herbal treatment of kava may help you out of a tough time.This is a herb that can aid in physical and mental relaxation and aids in the relief of anxiety. Helps with sleep and may cause drowsiness. Discuss the herb with a doctor experienced in natural remedies. At that point the two of you can decide whether kava may help you to reduce the anxiety that all of us find overwhelming from time to time.
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| kava plant |
Home Remedies in the Cupboard
Almonds. Soak 10 raw almonds overnight in water making them easy to peel off the skins. Place almonds in blender with a pinch of ginger, a pinch of nutmeg and one cup of warm milk. Drink before going to bed at night, to help you relax .
Baking soda. Add 1/3 cup baking soda and 1/3 cup ginger to a nice warm bath. Take a long bath in the tub for 15 minutes to relieve tension and anxiety.
Oil. Sesame oil is great, but coconut, corn or sunflower oil will work, too. For a nice anxiety-busting massage, heat 6 ounces oil until warm only. Rub over entire body, including the bottoms of your feet and your scalp. A small rolling pin feels better! Before the morning bath use the oil as a massage to calm you down for the day's activities. Try using it before bedtime, if anxiety is keeping you awake,
Home Remedies in the Spice Rack
Rosemary. Used in the Middle Ages to ward off evil spirits. Make a tea by adding 1 to 2 teaspoons of the dried rosemary herb to 1 cup boiling water; steep for 10 minutes, then drink. Rosemary has a calming effect on the nerves.Inhaling rosemary can be relaxing, too. Use rosemary incense or burn a sprig to ease anxiety.
Do Remember
1. Keep a diary to track and then eliminate events that might trigger anxiety. Make note of foods, as some of the things you eat may be responsible for the symptoms. Examine your diet, and watch for:
• Alcohol, added sugars and caffeine, which have all been shown to increase anxiety.
• Deficiencies in zinc, magnesium and vitamin B12, have been linked to symptoms of anxiety. Vegetarians and vegans in particular should watch their B12 intake, because this vitamin is only found in animal products.
• Studies found out that unhappy gut linked with unhappy mind, so avoid eating difficult to digest foods like processed meals, foods high in saturated fats, and fried foods.
• Finally, prevent yourself become so hungry that your blood sugar drops, which can lead to an anxiety attack.
2. Indulge in noncompetitive exercises, such as bicycling, swimming or walking. It's good for you, both emotionally and physically. Studies show 21 minutes is all it takes for exercise to reliably reduce symptoms of anxiety. Exercise will not only make you feel better about yourself, it will also flood your body with feel-good endorphins.According to some researchers, by increasing your body heat, a natural result of exercise, it may alter neural circuits controlling mood and cognitive function, including those that affect the neurotransmitter serotonin. Research studies believe this response can alleviate anxiety, increase relaxation and boost your mood.
3. Try to get between 1 and 3 grams of omega-3s a day. There is some evidence that omega-3 fatty acids may ease anxiety symptoms and lift your mood by lowering levels of stress chemicals such as cortisol and adrenaline in the body. Caned fatty fish, such as salmon and tuna, flax seeds and walnuts are all great sources of omega-3 fatty acids.
4. Add L-lysine to your diet. L-lysine is an amino acid and one of the building blocks of your brain's chemical messengers called neurotransmitters. Research studies have shown that people taking L-lysine supplements had reduced symptoms of anxiety and reduced stress hormones levels. L-lysine is commonly found in fish, beans,and meat and is also sold as an oral supplement.
5 .Indulge in a mental flight of fantasy, meditate or pray, to give your mind a break.
6. Try to get outside in natural sunlight for 15 minutes a day. This is the best way to naturally increase your vitamin-D levels, which can decrease symptoms of anxiety and depression. A 15 minute break will not only take your stress mind, it will also let you reap the benefits of outdoor activity. And the greener the better.
7. Breathe in, breathe out. Slowly, deeply. This is relaxing. There is a technique you can use that will allow you to inhale and exhale in a way that helps soothe your angst. To do it, breathe in slowly through your nose to a count of four, take hold your breath for the count of four and then exhale through your mouth to a count of four. Do it five to ten times when you feel full of tension and you should start to feel immediately better. This will slows your breathing, which makes your heart beat slower, then makes you feel less edgy and more in control.
8. Chat with a friend, a psychotherapist, a clergyman or someone you trust as sometimes it helps to just have someone else to bounce feelings and thoughts off of. Talk to someone who wants to help you feel better and cares about you.Talking about your anxiety can relieve it. You can also write your concerns in a journal if you’d rather let them out without sharing them with others. Write your issues down on paper to give them a voice because maybe they just want to be heard and then they will go away quietly. At a minimum, you will at least get them out of your head and make room for more positive feelings and thoughts to appear.
9. Taking Care of Yourself.Take some time to yourself and take care of your own needs every once in a while too. Schedule yourself for a relaxing massage or join a fun new exercise class. Make it a point to sit down, watching your favorite show without guilt or simply run your errands.
Anxiety is a serious condition that can quickly spiral out of control. If you suffer from a serious anxiety disorder, you may need psychotherapy for your condition as well as pharmaceutical medicines. Or if you feel that your anxiety might lead to panic attacks, it's time to visit an specialists. If you are only experiencing a mild anxiety, try these simple home remedies, it can help you find your inner peace.
NOTE:
All content provided on this WAY OF MAKING THINGS MUCH BETTER(WOMTMB),"comanuels.blogspot.com", including medical opinion and any other health-related information, is for informational purposes blog only. Blog's owner makes no representations as to the completeness or accuracy of any information on this site or found by following any link on this site.Use of this site and the information contained herein does not create a doctor-patient relationship. In connection with any questions or issues you may have regarding your own health or the health of others, always seek the direct advice of your own doctor.
