The most common herbs used to alleviate stress and anxiety include:
ResearchTrusted Source suggests that several herbal supplements may be helpful in treating stress, anxiety, depression, and more. In fact, people have been using herbs for thousands of years to address numerous physical and mental health conditions.
When deciding if this type of treatment is right for you, keep in mind that herbs and supplements aren’t controlled for quality or safety by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Be sure to research the product you’re buying, as well as the manufacturer, and talk with your doctor before taking herbs. It’s also important to note that herbal treatments aren’t a substitute for seeking out the support of a mental health professional, along with prescription medications.
Lavender is one of the most popular anxiety herbs used to ease anxiety. You can combine it with valerian root and passionflower to make one serious, stress-fighting triple threat.
While these herbs are generally safe and well-tolerated, it’s important to do your research and to never combine them with other GABA-promoting drugs such as antidepressants and benzodiazepines.
To use: Mix a few drops of the anxiety-fighting bitters into cold or hot tea, sparkling water, or take as a tincture before bed or during moments of increased stress and anxiety. If you want to add a sweet taste to the bitters, we recommend using pure vanilla bean, as sugar is shown to worsen anxiety symptomsTrusted Source.
If you’re thinking about using herbs to alleviate anxiety, talk with your doctor first. People who are pregnant or breastfeeding, young children, those on prescription medication, and people whose medical conditions are at higher risk for safety concerns or undesirable side effects and should seek professional guidance.
Remember that just because herbal treatments are deemed natural doesn’t mean that they’re always safe. It’s important to be mindful of potential drug interactions, along with side effects of herbs. Talk with your doctor to decide if herbs are right for you.
Herbal treatments shouldn’t be used in the place of prescription medication without the guidance of your healthcare professional. Herbal supplements may interact with certain prescription anxiety medications and there can be safety concerns when combining the two. If you’re currently taking a prescription for anxiety, talk with your doctor when considering herbal treatments.
While many people have found anxiety relief through herbs, they’re not intended to treat the underlying causes of anxiety, such as trauma, distorted thinking patterns, disruptive life events, or safety concerns. A mental health professional can help you to better understand the root of your anxiety and support you in alleviating the accompanying symptoms and underlying feelings.
There are a number of different ways to take herbal remedies for anxiety. Herbs can be taken as teas, tinctures, bitters, or supplements. You can also enjoy the benefits of herbs through essential oils, used in diffusers, or even added to baths.
One all-natural way to work to relieve anxiety is by using herbs such as lavender, passionflower, and lemon balm. You can consume herbs by adding them to bitters, a fun and easy drink that can be prepared from the comfort of your home.
Although there’s research surrounding the effectiveness of herbs and bitters for anxiety and stress, keep in mind that they don’t supplement the use of prescription medication (like anti-anxiety or antidepressant medications) or seeking help from a mental health professional.
Prior to deciding to implement herbs or bitters into your self-care routine, you should talk with a doctor to make sure they won’t interact with any other medications that you’re taking.
Tiffany La Forge is a professional chef, recipe developer, and food writer who runs the blog Parsnips and Pastries. Her blog focuses on real food for a balanced life, seasonal recipes, and approachable health advice. When she’s not in the kitchen, Tiffany enjoys yoga, hiking, traveling, organic gardening, and hanging out with her corgi, Cocoa. Visit her at her blog or on Instagram.
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