Herbal Remedies
Living in New Mexico teaches us that there are many forms of healing arts. There are Curanderos (healers using native healing practices), botanicas (apothecaries) and a myriad of local plants that are used as natural remedies. It's important to realize that some herbs are more powerful, and some more toxic than others. When choosing natural medicines, keep in mind their benefits and their side effects profiles.
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What is Nervous Tension?
Nervous tension affects emotional and physical health. It impacts the quality of life and may increase the risk of death overall. Recent stay at home orders due to the COVID-19 pandemic led to more nervousness then ever. People with panic are complaining of more frequent episodes. Some individuals who normally like to stay home are feeling claustrophobic because it is no longer their choice to avoid social gatherings. COVID-19 restrictions and negative news are leading to a greater experience of nervous tension.
Are you suffering from nervous tension?
Here are the most common symptoms.
Are there Supplements to help with nervous tension?
Yes. The following diet supplements have received scientific support for decreasing symptoms of nervous tension.
Nervous tension affects emotional and physical health. It impacts the quality of life and may increase the risk of death overall. Recent stay at home orders due to the COVID-19 pandemic led to more nervousness then ever. People with panic are complaining of more frequent episodes. Some individuals who normally like to stay home are feeling claustrophobic because it is no longer their choice to avoid social gatherings. COVID-19 restrictions and negative news are leading to a greater experience of nervous tension.
Are you suffering from nervous tension?
Here are the most common symptoms.
- Decreased energy
- Stomach upset
- Increased muscle tension and pain
- Difficulty sleeping
- Rapid heartbeat
- Sleep disturbance
Are there Supplements to help with nervous tension?
Yes. The following diet supplements have received scientific support for decreasing symptoms of nervous tension.
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Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) 240-600 mg, total per day of standardized extract containing between 35% and 1.5% of withanolides, respectively, for a minimum of 8 weeks 7,8,9 A statistically significant reduction in Hamilton-Anxiety scale scores and morning cortisol levels was demonstrated with the use of ashwagandha. 7 One proposed mechanism of action was the moderating effect of ashwagandha on the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis (HPA axis) response to stressors; however, further investigation was suggested. 7 A study assessed the intervention of psychotherapy treatment (PT) alone versus naturopathic treatments, which included the use of ashwagandha as well as dietary counseling, breathing techniques for relaxation, and a multivitamin. Symptoms, including anxiety as rated with the Beck Anxiety Inventory, social functioning, overall quality of life, fatigue, and concentration showed further improvement in the naturopathic treatment group compared to the group receiving only psychotherapy. 8 Ashwagandha was shown to reduce serum cortisol levels from baseline levels which was correlated with a reduction in scores on stress assessment scales.9
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Magnesium 300 mg, once per day, minimum 8 weeks. 10 Magnesium is the bodies original chill pill. It appears to act as a modulator for the Hypothalamic Pituitary Adrenal axis by reducing adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) and cortisol. It may be an important factor in the stress response (3) and help support the immune system.
Stress exposure has been shown to increase renal excretion of magnesium. 3 In participants with both anxiety and low serum magnesium, supplementation led to a reduction in scores on the Depression Anxiety Stress Scales (DASS-42) with consistent results in as little as four weeks. 10 |
Vitamin D 50,000 IU vitamin D3, once per one or two weeks, minimum 12 weeks. 11,12An increase in serum serotonin levels and a decrease in serum neopterin levels were shown in the study group treated with vitamin D.
Vitamin D treated participants saw a decrease in Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) scores, while no changes were seen in the control group.11 In women with type 2 diabetes, vitamin D supplementation decreased anxiety levels from moderate to mild on the Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scales (DASS- 21) questionnaire, over the course of the study.12 Inflammatory markers TNF-α and CRP are both increased in diabetic patients with anxiety; vitamin D supplementation was shown to reduce hs-CRP levels and increase IL-10 concentrations.12 In a population subset of vitamin D-deficient adolescent females experiencing anxiety associated with PMS, vitamin D repletion demonstrated decreases in anxiety and irritability scores.13 |
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Assessments Fees $100 for 40 minutes.
We use the Fullscripts Dispensary for easy order/refills.