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3 Amazing Calming Herbs For Stress & Anxiety

3 Amazing Calming Herbs For Stress & Anxiety

Life’s been anything but normal lately… We’ve been doing our best to adapt to all of the stressful changes that the current pandemic has brought into our lives, but the truth is, it continues to be a challenge. 

 

We’ve had to make difficult decisions and worry about our loved one’s safety in ways that we probably never dreamed of. 

 

Just like you, we've been trying our best to keep everything running smoothly in these uncertain times, from business to home life. Our team has been depending on our holistic supplements to keep our immune systems as strong and healthy as possible, and we know you’re doing the same.

 

That’s why we’ve been working day and night to ensure that our supplements continue to be available and shipping to you with minimal delays for as long as this crisis continues.

 

The truth is that a lot of us are overworked, sleep-deprived, anxious, and highly stressed right now. Unfortunately, the bad news is that all of this stress and anxiety can take a serious toll on our health and well-being.

 

Stress is actually more detrimental to your immune system than you could possibly imagine. It may directly contribute to weight gain, heart damage, premature aging, weakened immunity, insomnia, and more. This makes stress management one of the most essential priorities when it comes to staying healthy during the current crisis.

 

So what can we do to alleviate some of this stress?

 

Some people find that meditation, journaling, exercise, or even just reading a book or watching a TV show can help reduce stress. We can also tap into the power of natural adaptogens! These natural substances help the body combat stress holistically by exerting a normalizing, calming, and balancing effect.

 

There also may be some natural spices and herbs laying around your kitchen that can help lessen the negative impact of stress. Nature provides us with some pretty incredible natural healing ingredients that we all too often don’t take advantage of.

 

Curious what some of these herbs and spices might be? Let’s have a closer look.

 

Calming Herbs For Stress & Anxiety

 

 

Calming Herbs Stress & Anxiety

 

Ashwagandha

This incredible herb, also known as winter cherry and Indian ginseng, has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for over 2,500 years to help balance low mood, nervous tension, fatigue, and stress.

Researchers have found that when 300 mg of this root was taken daily for 60 days, study participants’ stress levels decreased by 44%. Their levels of cortisol, the stress hormone, also dropped by 28%.

Ashwagandha can be taken as a tea, or in capsules, tablets, or a liquid tincture for fatigue and sleep concerns. It can also be added as a powder to warm milk one hour before bedtime, as a comforting remedy for sleeplessness. Ashwagandha also pairs wells with turmeric and is often seen added to delicious “golden milk” or “moon milk” recipes for a relaxing end to any stressful day.

Ashwagandha is generally considered very safe for use, but some healthcare professionals advise pregnant or breastfeeding women from taking it. When in doubt it's always best to consult with your healthcare provider.

 

Calming Herbs

Turmeric

Curcumin, the main active compound found within turmeric, is a wonderful natural remedy for a variety of aches and concerns, including stress, worry, and fatigue.

One study found that 500 mg of curcumin extract taken daily with fenugreek significantly reduced symptoms of worry, stress, and fatigue, and increased quality of life for those suffering from occupational stress.

In another study published in the Journal of Pharmacology, healthy adults between 60 to 85 were given a single dose of 400 mg of curcumin. After an hour, participants showed improved scores on memory and mood tests. They also reported feeling more content and calm overall.

Since the body isn’t able to efficiently absorb curcumin, the help of black pepper extract (like BioPerine) is required in order to experience the full benefits of this powerful compound. High quality supplements with curcumin extract, like our Turmeric Complex, contain special patented ingredients that can help increase bioavailability and absorption.

 

Herbs For Stress & Anxiety

Tulsi

Also called holy basil, tulsi is used to help your body cope with stress reactions. It’s a great antioxidant and has been found in some studies to potentially help regulate blood sugar and heart health, in addition to having a calming effect on the body.

 Researchers found that 500 mg of holy basil taken twice a day helped reduce stress, worry, and lack of focus.

To consume tulsi, you can add it to your favorite recipes, or have it in a tea, powder, or tablet form. Pregnant women and those trying to conceive should be aware that tulsi is sometimes believed to have anti-fertility effects, and therefore should check with a physician before adding this herb to their routine.

  

These three herbs are just three of many excellent choices for natural stress reducers, in addition to many others, such as lavender, ginger, chamomile, valerian, and passionflower. 

 

HAVE YOU TRIED ANY NATURAL REMEDIES FOR STAYING CALM AND MANAGING STRESS AND ANXIETY DURING THIS TIME? LET US KNOW IN THE COMMENTS BELOW AND STAY SAFE AND HEALTHY! WE'RE ALWAYS HERE TO SUPPORT YOU.

 

AND REMEMBER...

 

IT'S ABOUT YOU. IT'S ABOUT YOUR HEALTH. IT'S ABOUT RECONNECTING.

 

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