Herbs For Stress Relief And Reduction
Stress is something for which there is no complete cure. In essence it is a condition in which one feels, simply put, stressed or under pressure. As this is an induced condition, there is no specific cure to relieve stress. There are medicines which can relieve stress to an extent. Most medicines, though, have their origin in nature and natural remedies and that is what we discuss today. Taking herbs for stress relief is a very old practice and there are countless remedies and herbs available throughout the texts of many civilizations across the world. Stress isn't exactly a disease but its effects are much more severe as compared to many normal diseases. Stress affects the body in general, putting pressure on the brain and the heart and causing sleeplessness, itching, rashes, body aches as well as migraine. This is where modern medicine fails and one has to turn to natural remedies for relief. The most common effects of stress related issues are the rapid beating of the heart and labored breathing. Consuming Hawthorne berries or Linden Flowers as tablets or with fluids like water, milk, tea or coffee.
Another wondrous herb for stress is the Chamomile plant. The leaves of the Chamomile plants have multiple uses, as in it can be used for the digestive system stress related issues. Also, if Chamomile is taken in small dosages, it acts as a sedative and calms the body. And there is no better remedy for stress than just pure rest. For digestive problems one could also opt for peppermint. Sometimes, stress could manifest itself on the body in the form of itches, rashes and other skin problems. For this one could take Calendula as a cure. Calendula is anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and a sedative. Making a paste of the Calendula and applying it to the area affected would do wonders in moments. Many people complain of pains and aches in the chest, shoulders and head because of stress. For shoulder aches, one could take Valerian as a cure. Valerian can also double up as a sleeping agent and can help with mild insomnia. For headaches and migraines one could use Feverfew and White Willow Bark for help. Both these herbs soothe the nervous system and produce a calming effect over the body. The modern wonder medicine Aspirin had been derived from White Willow Bark. In general for nervous system and digestive problems all one needs to do is to take a diet rich in Calcium and Magnesium, and one such food is Oats, which have been known to soothe the nervous system. Basically, stress affects those with weak immune systems. To sort out this problem one could have a daily dosage of Thyme in their diets. Thyme is not only know to boost the immune system but it also provides respite from many respiratory problems and in can act as a sedative or stimulant if taken in small and large doses respectively. Other herbs for stress like Ginseng and Kava Kava can help in boosting the body's capability in handling stress. One should note that though natural medicines are cheaper and sometimes much more effective than modern medicine, they should be treated carefully and always consumed with care. Herbs like Thyme can be very potent and lethal when taken in large quantities and are not recommended for pregnant mothers. One could always visit a Naturopathic physician and consult with him on the uses of various herbs for stress relief and reduction. |
