There are numerous herbs that have been found to be safe and effective for reducing anxiety, without the side effects of pharmaceutical anti-anxiety agents. By the way, one such side effect is brain atrophy.
Here are 5 anxiety-reducing herbs:
- Chamomile: Can be taken as a supplement or brewed as a tea. Because it is mildly sedating, it is often used by those having sleep difficulties due to stress.
- Rhodiola Rosea: A perennial flowering plant that grows in cold regions of the world, including much of the Arctic. It is an adaptogen which decreases the cellular effects of anxiety and greatly improves the body’s ability to adapt to stress
- Passionflower: Like chamomile, passionflower is mildly sedating, and helps those with high levels of anxiety to sleep better.
- Green Tea: Contains an amino acid call L-theanine which increases the calming alpha brain waves. It is not sedating and can be used during the day.
- Lavender: Just the scent of this plant has been known to help relax agitated babies. It is non-sedating and can be made into a tea.
