subject: Nutritional deficiencies and anxiety [print this page] It has been reported by FDA that various natural substances exhibit anti-anxiety activity. These natural substances are mainly the secondary metabolites of various anti-anxiety herbs. The main advantages of using these natural compounds are, they are easily available, they are inexpensive, and they are completely safe. Toxicity levels of herbal formulations are negligible. Therapeutic effect obtained with herbal formulations is much more as compared to other conventional medications, which are used to treat anxiety panic disorders and anxiety panic attacks. Therefore, natural remedies for anxiety are much more in demand nowadays.
Anxiety can sometimes occur due to nutritional deficiency. The stress hormones like catecholamines and cortisol are responsible for the depletion of magnesium level in the body. Restlessness, constipation and insomnia are the main symptoms of anxiety occurring due to nutritional imbalance. Increasing magnesium in the daily diet certainly helps to reduce anxiety and stress level. Chicken, spinach and oats are very good sources of magnesium. A therapeutic dose of magnesium is safe. It is recommended by the doctor in severe cases. Nervous system is greatly affected due to less amount of calcium in the body. It is always good to increase the calcium intake. Eggs and leafy vegetables are the best sources of calcium. Thus, following a good, nutritious and balanced diet is one of the simplest ways to supplement anxiety. Nutritional therapy is often combined with behavioral therapy in order to obtain best results.
It is true that laughter is the best medicine. Laugher increases level of endorphin and decreases the amount of stress hormones circulating in the brain. As a result, there is comparatively less load on the brain. Natural anxiety reduces and thus, a person is able to relax. Enjoying every moment of life does not cost anything. Thus, laughter is very good for health.
