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Anxiety Remedies
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KNITTING
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[YEA] 03/20/2007: Sarah from Romulus, Michigan writes: "My therapist recently taught me how to knit. I was in her office one day and she said that knitting calms her down and she's taught many of her patients how to knit. So she started up the process for me, handed me the needles, and i took off like a natural. Since then I've become a knitting fiend, and whenever i get anxious or panicy, i pull out my yarn and knitting needles and it takes my mind off it, all the while making something useful...mostly scarves."
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L-THEANINE
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[YEA] 07/17/2010: Jd from Huntsville, Al writes: "L-Theanine works very well against anxiety. It provides a very mild calming effect with few (if any side effects), which is hardly noticeable until you find yourself under stress. In stressful situations, I noticed that my reactions and feelings of anxiety were significantly improved. I take 150 mg of l-theanine per day. I've never needed more.
I also recommend magnesium for anti-anxiety benefits. It can be obtained cheaply through transdermal dosing by bathing with Epsom Salts, or dissolving some Epsom Salts in a spray bottle and spraying it on. Alternatively, you can take magnesium citrate tablets, which are a little more expensive but highly bio-available."
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[YEA] 12/17/2006: Michael from Adelaide, Australia writes: "L Theanine in Black Tea cured my Chronic Anxiety and Minor Depression. I have suffered the above symptoms for a large part of the past 15 years. Have been prescribed a host of SSRI's and other drugs during this time. For the past few weeks I have been drinking a lot of black tea (6 cups per day) and the results have been amazing. The depression has lifted and i am more relaxed than i have been in years. I drink the tea straight (no sugar or milk) and let it settle well before drinking. Interestingly i used to drink a lot of green tea but did not get as good a response. Im very encouraged by my experience of black tea and hope it continues to work."
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[YEA] 10/16/2006: Hermano from Lisbon, Portugal writes: "L-THEANINE IS THE BEST FOR A MILD ANXIETY. ALSO I TRIED BEFORE PLAYING GOLF AND THE RESULTS ARE A FOUR OR FIVE BETTER SCORE.THIS SITE OF YOURS IS THE MOST INFORMATIVE AND SERIOUS THAT I HAVE FOUND. THANK YOU."
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LAVENDAR OIL FOR ANXIETY AND PANIC ATTACKS
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[YEA] 12/29/2007: Kendra from Boston, MA writes: "A clinician once told me to drop lavendar essential oil onto a tissue and breathe in the scent to help with my anxiety and panic attacks. It works really well and can be done in a public place as holding a tissue to your nose does not attract any attention. Be sure to use a brand that doesn't smell too strongly (or dilute with water) so you can carry your scented tissues with you all the time."
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MAGNESIUM GLYCINATE
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[YEA] 12/05/2007: Doris from Murfreesboro, TN writes: "My son suffered from anxiety and depression after his divorce. I read an article by George Eby about Magnesium Glycinate for depression. I bought my son some of the magnesium and after a few days he started feeling better and talked about having more energy and concentration. He took 800-1000 mgs. for a few days to build it up in his system, then backed down to 400 mgs. The Magnesium Glycinate really changed his life."
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MAGNESIUM, APPLE CIDER VINEGAR
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[NAY] 05/22/2009: Sue from Melbourne, Australia writes: "I was always prone to fainting as a child but this disappeared with adulthood. However, in the last few months I have suffered frequent dizzy spells and have lost consciousness on a couple of occasions. Blood tests taken by the doctor have come back as ok. I have also experienced palpitations and 'dreamlike' feelings, particularly when driving, and have self-diagnosed panic attacks. I don't want to go down the line of prescription meds so last week started to take a magnesium tablet once a day (to reduce adrenaline) and 1 tsp acv daily (for anxiety/ general health). I fainted just this morning. My diet/ water intake is pretty healthy. Are there any other remedies I could try? Many thanks in advance for any advice."
Replies05/22/2009: Chris from Perth, Australia replies: "can anyone tell me if taking apple cider vinigar in large amounts can cause nervousness (anxiety panic attacks)?"
05/22/2009: Luis from Cali, Colombia replies: "While there are a number of pharmaceutical drugs used to control anxiety disorders, not all are successful and many produce unwanted side effects, including neurological damage, impotence, and profound weakness.
There are things you can do to reduce anxiety in a much safer manner. For those not adequately controlled by these methods, it would allow you to use lower doses of your medications, which would reduce side effects.
Here are eight tips to help control anxiety and panic attacks:
1. Most important is to avoid excitotoxins in your food. These include MSG, aspartame, hydrolyzed proteins, vegetable protein, isolated protein, soy products (including soy protein isolates, soy protein and soy milk), natural flavoring, sodium or calcium caseinate, and others. All of these food additives worsen brain excitation and have been shown to specifically target the amygdala nucleus - a set of neurons in the brain's temporal lobe. They are key to the processing of emotions.
2. Increase your vegetable intake to at least five servings a day. Many of the flavonoids in vegetables have been shown to reduce anxiety - especially hesperidin, quercetin, and curcumin. All three are available as supplements. The dose is 250 milligrams of each three times a day. Quercetin comes in a water-soluble form. Otherwise it must be dissolved in either fish oil or extra-virgin olive oil.
3. Reduce your intake of fats -- especially saturated fats and omega-6 fats (vegetable oils, such as corn, safflower, peanut, sunflower, soybean and canola oils). Studies have shown that animals on high-fat diets release more cortisol and take longer to recover from stress than those on low-fat diets.
4. Magnesium is the body's natural calmative agent. It reduces excitotoxicity and, when taken at bedtime, it aids sleep. It also reduces the immune over-reactivity seen with anxiety disorders. In addition, it reduces your risk of heart disease, stroke and Type-2 diabetes (and metabolic syndrome).
5. White tea contains a flavonoid called epigallocatechin gallate. This flavonoid has recently been shown to calm the brain and reduce anxiety. It works by activating the organ's most protective system against anxiety -- the gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA) receptor. This aids sleep as well. White tea has a higher level of this flavonoid and much less fluoride than green tea.
6. For those who do not want to take a pharmaceutical drug, the herb valerian has been shown to activate the same calming brain GABA receptor. It has been used to induce sleep but also calms anxiety during the day. It should not be mixed with medications that act as sedatives or tranquilizers.
7. Another useful product is called Relora. It is a blend of two extracts -- phellodendron amurense and magnolia officinalis. In a number of tests, Relora has been shown to reduce excess cortisol levels associated with stress while improving mood and reducing stress. It acts via the brain's GABA and serotonin systems, which are both important in controlling anxiety.
8. Avoid caffeine. People with anxiety disorders hyper react to stimulants, such as caffeine. They can also worsen insomnia."
05/24/2009: Pamm from Alabaster, Alabama replies: "Have you been to a endocrinologist? It sounds like your adrenal glands are fatigued. I have addison's disease and I was experiencing what you are before I was put on Cortef. When you feel faint take your blood pressure if its low then its more then likely your adrenal glands acting up. If your more anxious then usual and have more agitation then usual then it sounds like Addison's. These were some of the symptoms I had before I was diagnosed. I had lost weight without trying. If you gain weight with these symptoms it can be Cushings syndrome(adrenal glands). Also electrolyte imbalance will cause you to feel faint. Check your sodium intake, and potassium intake and all the others that are very impt. Any of these lacking can cause faintness. I wish you luck and hope you get better. One way to check for Addison's is to check blood pressure laying down and stand up and take it again right after and if your blood pressure drops 10 points or more then that is a sign of Addison's. God Bless!"
05/24/2009: Pamm from Alabaster, Alabama replies: "P.S. I forgot to add that ACV will lower your blood pressure and will lower your potassium levels so that is probably why you fainted. If by chance your already having problems with adrenal glands ACV just aggravated your problem that much more. ACV is great however it is a natural diuretic and will make you urinate alot & it will deplete you of sodium very quickly. Make sure you do not have a adrenal gland problem and your electrolytes are balanced. Water alone will not balance them out. Drinking too much water will also lower your sodium. With adrenal gland issues its hard to keep sodium & potassium in your body leveled out. I have fainted while taking ACV before I found out that it was causing my blood pressure to drop fast & depleting all my sodium. Because ACV caused me to urinate alot. Also check your blood sugar, ACV will also lower blood sugar. Its alot to take in I know.."
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MEDITATION
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[YEA] 07/25/2011: Lmp from Long Island, Ny writes: "There is no right or wrong way to meditate. So take what other people give you and find your own way. I have carved out a small corner in one of the rooms in my house as my meditation corner. I keep my stuff there and usually meditate in the same place every day - although I will meditate in other rooms or outside if I feel called to do so. I don't really need much - I have a pillow to sit on, a candle that I light, my journal and occassionally I use lavendar oil. I also usually set a timer so I know how long I've meditated for. I light my candle, open my journal to a fresh page, and sit in a cross legged position, upright, with a straight and long spine. I do maybe 5-10 deep belly breaths... First focusing on my 3rd eye (the space in between your eyebrows), then focusing on the rising the breath up from my belly to my chest. Then I release the breath and just breath normally. And I just sit there. If a thought comes in, I don't judge it, I don't fight it - I just let it be. I let everything be - my thoughts, my breath, etc. In most of our lives we do the exact opposite - we are never happy just being... We are always trying to strive for me, be different, change and control things, etc. So in meditation I focus on just being. In the beginning its hard. I would keep my journal handy bc inadvertantly I would run through list after list of things I needed to do or remember. So I would write it down during meditation so I could get it out of my head. I started off with 10 mins once a day and literally it was 10 mins of to do lists. But I let it be. And eventually made my way up to 20 mins twice a day. I started noticing the to do lists would fade and I would just be sitting there enjoying being in the present moment, when all of a sudden it was 20 mins later.
The theory is that the more stillness you can bring to your mind through consistant meditation, the more still it will become... Sort of like working out a muscle. Also the more you connect with your spirit, higher self, the Divine, etc - the more you attract good things and the higher emotions into your life... Rather than lettting the mind and ego run rampant with lower emotions and thinking bad things. I will also sometimes ask "what do I need to know" and see what messages I get. Or sometimes I will do visualizations of living life without anxiety. I always end my meditation with prayer - gratitude first, and then what I need to help me serve other people.
I have tried MANY things for anxiety - and this has hands down been the most important practice in my arsenal. I can only hope that it does for you what it has done for me. Please feel free to reply back with any questions - I would love to help in any way I can.
You also have to keep believing that there is hope and that you will get better.... bc you will."
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MULTIPLE REMEDIES
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[YEA] 03/29/2011: Jojogirl from Glendora, Ca, Usa writes: "A few things that I have learned about dealing with anxiety:
1) find a intergrated medical expert - usually an actual medical doctor that uses holistic medicines whenever possible. I see Dr. Hyla Cass (www.cassmd.com)
2) find a chiropractor that does "muscle testing" or applied kinesiology (especially NRT)
3) have your thryoid, adrenals and candida levels checked.
4) try to get off Rx drugs using www.theroadback.org"
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MULTIPLE SUPPLEMENTS
01/28/2011: Carolyn from Milford, Ct writes: "For those suffering from anxiety and depression, please investigate the condition known alternatively as Pyroluria, Kryptopyrrole and/or Mauve Factor. Debate is raging as to the underlying cause of this metabolic disorder, but the body loses massive amounts of B-6 and Zinc, as well as the omega-6 acids. Moreover, copper begins to build up to toxic levels in the body, causing everything from depression to anxiety to seizures to schizophrenia. The degree of symptoms has everything to do with individual biochemistry and the degree of essential nutrient deficiency. The treatment is simple: high-dose daily suplimentation with niacinimide, B-6 (in the form of B-6 and P-5-P), zinc, manganese, magnesium, chromium, biotin and omega-6 in the form of evening primrose oil.
PLEASE NOTE, however, that this suplimentation should NOT be done without blood monitoring by a qualified medical practitioner. The doses required to see results are extremely high for each of nutritional components, and poisoning can result, particularly In the case of zinc. Moreover, a patient can reverse copper toxicity to the point of too-low copper, which results in its own, unwanted Medical complications.
This metabolic "disorder" is seen in 85% of all autistic spectrum individuals. It is speculated, in this case, that heavy metal poisoning initiates the oxidative stress that, in turn, results in pyroluria. The resulting low B-6 levels result in the inability to properly manufacture serotonin, the "happy nuerotransmitter". Thus, a myriad of psychological "disorders" can result. Conversely, the depleted zinc levels manifest themselves in the gut, leading to coeliac disease and other Malabsorption disorders, as well as leaky gut syndrome. This, in turn, allows various fungi, like candida, to thrive in the gut and, later, the entire body. This, in turn, leads to various types of cancer later in life.
This same biocycle occurs in non-autistic individuals, but to a lesser (slower) degree. Thus, testing for and treating pyroluria involves more than "just" treating anxiety and depression.
Those properly treated have experienced nothing short of miracles. But do note that it can take up to 12 months (although most see some improvement after 3-4 weeks and most see significant gains in 3-6 months) to restore the body's proper balance and that treatment must be adhered to each and every day, for the remainder of one's life, barring any new discoveries as to the underlying cause of pyroluria."
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NIACINAMIDE
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[YEA] 09/21/2009: Ruthann from Bellmawr, Nj writes: "I have had a hard time calming my mind and body my whole life. Anxiety has been with me for as long as I can remember and I just had tried to live with it. It is an awful feeling when one just can not rest. It would be like my mind running around a million miles a second and me unable to focus ect. My most recent foray into educating myself with natural methods has turned me to the work of Dr. Abram Hoffer and Niacinamide. I bought this and all I can say is WOW! It has definitely worked on my anxious feelings and inability to focus. I currently take 1000mg three times a day and feel so wonderful.....better than when I was on benzodiazepines, as they left me feeling wiped out and dependant on them.....I also take a high quality whole food bound vitamin B complex and zinc.
Occassionally I will take some ground flax and mix it with cottage cheese or into a smoothie.....I tend to think that a solution lies in a nice balance of things, not just one thing. I also believe that I have food allergies that exacerbate these anxiety states.....however getting off of bread has been quite a challenge for me. But I am a work in progress! I hope this information helps someone else!!!!"
Replies09/22/2009: Kim from Avon Lake, Ohio replies: "Ruthann from Bellmawr, just wondered if you have ever considered that you may suffer from graves disease, (a thyroid disorder that causes anxiety)?"
09/22/2009: Janice from Coloma, Mi replies: "Ruthann, I totally know what you are talking about when it comes to anxiety. I walk around with so much tension in my neck and shoulders and don't even realize it. It's normal for me. How long have you been taking the niacinamide? I think I will give it a try. I have anxiety attacks from time to time and I HATE it."
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[YEA] Cordell from Minto, New Brunswick, Canada writes: "I would like to share a remedy I successfully used to cure schizophrenic thoughts. I was always shy as a kid, and little bit "paranoid" I guess you could say. But when I turned 24 I gradually began to have more paranoia, coupled with anxiety, and sometimes felt I was hearing voices. No, not the audible kind that people usually hear, but more or less I felt there were more thoughts in my head than my own; too many to deal with at once. Some very hateful thoughts had emerged and I sometimes became obsessive over certain angry thoughts, feeling like I couldn't relax and eventually would have a panic attack and feel out of control, possibly cry from too much stimulation etc. I soon found myself trying to figure my thoughts out, but they often made no sense, and I would play psycho-analytical games with other people thinking I realy knew what they were thinking about me. I was always suspicious, and eventhough I didn't want to feel this way that's what happened. Anyway, I know there are others out there that share a similiar story: how they once felt normal than started having some sort of mental illness, be it brain fog (which I also had from the obsessive paranoia), or adhd or whatever it may be. Niacinamide could be the answer to your problems. On the advice of Ted, a famous contributor to this site, I began taking 2000mg - 3000mg of Niacinamide (niacin can be used, but the flushing may become too annoying at such doses for some people). I noticed within a couple days my excessive paranoid thoughts dimnished almost completely, but I continue to take 500mg tablets everytime I feel them coming back. I also continue to take at least one B 50 tablet a day to prevent deficiencies. It works~! I realize not every form of schizophrenic thoughts may be cured this way, but its worth a try for anyone seeking help like I did. High doses of niacinamide have cured my excessive anxiety, paranoia, schizophrenic thoughts, and even helped to solve stomach ailments I have had for years along with keeping myself more alkaline. The alkaline remedy I used with most success in over-acidity was 1/4 sodium bicarbonate, and 1/4 potassium citrate (a 99mg tablet) in a glass of water 3x a day. This also helps to keep me much more stable. When I added sodium carbonate to this mixture sometimes it also helped with over-anxious thought patterns, and to calm the brain down. I hope this helps someone like it did for me. Peace and love. Cordell"
Replies09/15/2010: Tom from Regina, Sk replies: "The Linus Pauling institute agrees! Go here:
http://www.orthomolecular.org/
Then click on the molecule to get the Archives:
http://www.orthomolecular.org/library/jom/index.shtml
VOLUME 20 3Q 2005 Issue:
http://www.orthomolecular.org/library/jom/2005/toc3.shtml
Article:
Supplemental Niacinamide Mitigates Anxiety Symptoms: Three Case Reports
http://www.orthomolecular.org/library/jom/2005/pdf/2005-v20n03-p167.pdf
Also 2005 Article P 227:
Saying Goodbye after 55 years of Psychiatric Practice
Abram Hoffer, M. D. , Ph. D.
http://www.orthomolecular.org/library/jom/2005/pdf/2005-v20n04-p227.pdf
And 2003 Article OCD, Anxiety, ADHD, Arthritis, etc. :
http://www.orthomolecular.org/library/jom/2003/pdf/2003-v18n01-p029.pdf
And 2004 Article P104 Anxiety B3 dosage:
Niacinamide's Potent Role in Alleviating Anxiety: a Case Report
http://www.orthomolecular.org/library/jom/2004/pdf/2004-v19n02-p104.pdf"
09/16/2010: Janice from Coloma, Mi replies: "Thanks to both of you for all the valuable information."
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OATMEAL
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[YEA] 02/10/2007: Caroline from North Ireland writes: "PORRIAGE OATS BOILED FOR 2 MINUTES ON THE LOWEST HEAT DRAIN THEN EAT GOOD FOR DEPRESSION AND NERVOUS DISORDERS. MULTI VITAMINS AND MINERALS (IRON SUPPLEMENT) IS GOOD FOR ACNE AND HAIR LOSS. YOU CAN GET THIS SUPPLEMENT FROM THE CHEMIST BOOTS"
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OMEGA 3
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[YEA] 03/05/2009: Jared from Sydney, Austrailia writes: "I suffer with social anxiety disorder, I'm anxious and have difficulty thinking clearly in general not just in anxiety situations.I got myself flaxseed oil and took a tablespoon.I felt better instantly. My thinking became a lot clearer and my usual confused anxious state diminished. It definitely has a significant effect on brain chemistry. I'll be taking it everyday now :)"
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[YEA] 10/27/2006: Mike from Chicago writes: "Omega-3 fish oil works great for anxiety"
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OVER THE COUNTER
10/19/2011: Dianec from Los Angeles, California writes: "What has helped me in the past for "nerves" is an old-fashioned help aid for woman known as Lydia Pinkham Tablets!
It didn't help me until 2 weeks of taking it so don't give up and continue to take the tablets everyday as directed. It got to the point of even if I tried to be nervous I couldn't get nervous for nothing!
Order them at your drug store or buy them on-line. (I am not affiliated with this product). I've only used the product. Brought to my attention by a friend of the family."
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PEANUT BUTTER
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[YEA] 02/05/2007: Ryan from Lasalle, Quebec writes: "Peanut Butter cured a anxiety panic attack. When I am having a panic attack or feeling one coming on; I just eat 1 or 2 table spoons of peanut butter (right off the spoon) and I feel calm almost instantly."
Replies[YEA] 05/19/2008: Doris from Murfreesboro, Tennessee replies: "Anxiety Remedies: I saw Ryan's comment about peanut butter and it reminded me of when I had anxiety for five months in 1993. I couldn't eat, sleep, or do anything. I was as nervous as a cat and had to take a leave of absence from working with school children. I lost about 30 lbs. I didn't have a computer at that time so couldn't look anything up about my condition. (I was too nervous to look anything up, anyway.) All I could eat was a peanut butter sandwich or toast with peanut butter. I couldn't even drink coffee because it felt like it was taking my breath away. My medical doctor wanted me to see a psychiatrist, but I wouldn't because I was not going to get hooked on pills with all the side effects. With a lot of prayer I finally got better and went back to work. When I got my computer three years later, I read that peanut butter has lots of magnesium and is good for anxiety. I believe the magnesium is what my body needed to get better (not drugs). I've never had anxiety again and I make sure I take magnesium supplements everyday."
05/20/2008: Joyce from Joelton, Tn replies: "Hi, glad you figured out what helped get out of the doldrums. In the future keep in mind that bananas are also an excellent source of magnesium and that the arginine in peanuts has been linked to herpes! If you should have the same problem again, consider it an alert to improve your diet by getting rid of junk foods/drinks & as I told a psychiatrist one night: "I consider a good stress tab at meal times and bedtime the best nerve pill in the world". Her reply was: "Shhh - you'll put us out of business"."
12/19/2009: Adam from Tucson, Arizona replies: "Add another Yea! to peanut butter --and bananas too! I am currently overcoming my anxiety, very successfully using natural foods, medicines, and remedies. I have to add that, sitting down and eating 2-3 bananas with peanut butter is one of my all-time favorite past-times. It's like ambrosia, so I say go for it!
I only recently began eating bananas again, because I was allergic to them for several years.(?) I missed them, so much, especially with peanut butter. Mmm, mmm, mmm. Feeling calm and being healthy has never tasted so good.
I'd also like to reply to 'Joyce from Joelton, Tn', that the arginine found in peanuts is very very healthy for you. There is no link between herpes and the arginine found in peanuts. That is a fallacy.
There IS a link between consuming LESS arginine in your food intake for people that have herpes, and spreading their herpes during an outbreak. This is limited to people with herpes, it does in NO WAY cause herpes. I just wanted to point that out so no one gets scared and quits eating delicious peanuts and peanut butter, because I LOVE it and it's AWESOME! Thanks E.C.!"
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REMEDIES NEEDED
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12/31/2011: Gale from Toronto, On, Canada writes: "For about 1 years I have been suffering the following symptoms:
- getting up in a panic
- joint pains
- burning itches on my back
12/31/2011: Mollie from Riverside, Calfornia replies: "UGH PANIC ATTACKS?I don't know if this can help you with panic attacks but this is what worked for me:
Panic attacks are horribly frigntening! Been there done that!
In my case it was caused by acid in my stomach! I was eating too much chili as well as too much strongly made coffee.
I found that if I get a panic attack I try about a tablespoon or more of Baking Soda in water, this usually gets me off a panic attack!
Or if I can't get to baking soda and water, TUMS the antacid works well. In other words ACID in the intestines or stomach causes me to get panic attacks.
Panic attacks will make you feel like you are going crazy. You aren't going crazy---- something is wrong with your system."
12/31/2011: Linda from New Haven, Ct replies: "So sorry to hear of your night time panic attacks. Although I have never suffered from them myself I was wondering if a bit of magnesium before bedtime would help.I take it myself 3 times a day for my osteoporous and have discovered it also seems to be giving me a far more restful night's sleep and I'm far more relaxed.
Most Americans are deficent in magnesium and it may help with your symptoms, at least until you receive the results from your bloodwork.
Good luck"
12/31/2011: Jr from Coloma, Mi replies: "Mollie, I have had panic attacks for over 20 years and I agree that they are terribly frightening. Unless someone has gone through them, they can't understand. I have read so much on panic attacks and have been to the Dr. and no one has been able to help me until this year when I found a person very knowledgeable in homeopathy.I have not had a panic attack since she recommended I take a remedy called Lycopodium in a 30C. I'm sure you can find it in a healthfood store or on-line. It's not expensive at all and completely safe. I don't know if it will work for you because homeopathy goes by the symptoms of each individual but I do know that it's good for digestive problems and anxiety. It would be worth giving it a try. I am so happy to be able to finally be rid of them. You can google homeopathic lycopodium to find out more. I have tried so many things and this is the only thing that worked for me other than prescription drugs. My prayers are with you that you will find something that will work for you."
12/31/2011: Jr from Coloma, Mi replies: "Oops, sorry Molly, the response was supposed to be to Gale."
12/31/2011: Gale from Toronto, On Canada replies: "Thanks Mollie, I am willing to try anything. Thanks for the advice."
12/31/2011: Steve from Las Vegas, Nv replies: "I've had excellent results using EFT to help myself and others. Easy to learn on youtube. As for supplements that would be helpful:Magnesium (Natural Calm powder works fast)
Valerian Root capsules
Niacinamide caps"
12/31/2011: Dlamb1958 from Bonita Springs, Fl Usa replies: "I'm perimenopausal and your symptoms are very familiar to me. I have found that vitamin b complex tablets and calcium, magnisium and zinc (all combined in tablet) work pretty well for me. I call them my sanity supplements. I also drink water with a little splash of acv. I don't get the panic attacks much anymore, thank God, but I do have valerian root caps on hand, just in case. They are quite calming but I don't think that's something you should take regularly. Also, for that itchy burning sensation, try drinking a little more water. Good luck."
01/02/2012: Mollie from Riverside, Ca. replies: "It is so frightening to get panic attacks that I used to dread them. Today if I eat too much chili I will get aches and pains in my muscles and I act moody. I now know that I have to get out the baking soda and water-one or 2 tablespoons and once I drink it I will belch it all out! Or about 5 TUMS!That relieves my panic attacks.
Lydia Pinkham tablets help with nerves and anxiety.
You must keep taking them regularly for them to be effective. BUT THEY WORK!"
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11/14/2011: Lost from Henderson, Ky writes: "I really need advice for anxiety. I am suffering from panic attacks, chest pain, dizziness and agoraphobia. I am at the verge of losing my husband because of this. Please suggest what remedies to use. Thank you in advance."
Replies11/14/2011: K.d. from Siena, Tuscany, Italy replies: "Hi, Lost. Try eliminating gluten and processed foods from your diet. I felt alot like you did and thought I was losing my mind until I stopped eating gluten (turns out I am a Celiac). Add lots of raw fruits and veggies to your meals and organic, lean meats if you are not a vegetarian. Avoid everything that contains Aspartame or MSG - these are neurologically toxic and can trigger panic attacks. Taking a good b-complex supplement and a liquid b-12 helps with mood and neurological symptoms like dizziness. Magnesium will help tremendously with chest pain and panic attacks and will give you an overall sense of contentment and ease. Hawthorn tea is also wonderful for soothing frazzled nerves and easing chest pains.Explain to your husband that you are not feeling yourself and you think it might have to do with your eating and lifestyle and that you are going to give a major diet change a sincere try. Ask him to understand that you also don't like the way you are feeling/behaving these days and that you hope he can see through the symptoms to who you really are. My hub's stuck with me and enthusiastically helped me through my healing once he knew that I wasn't 'acting' and that I was actually quite ill.
Regarding the agoraphobia - for me, that went away naturally as I became healthier and stronger. I believe now that my body was telling me to "stay close to home" because I was ill and weak and couldn't handle the overstimulation of crowds. Maybe this is the case for you, too?
Hang in there and best of luck!"
11/14/2011: Debbie from Melbourne, Australia replies: "Lost, your chest pain and panic attacks sound like a magnesium deficiency. If you can get some magnesium chloride online and put about 2-4 pounds in bath water and stay in for 30 minutes. This gets the magnesium into the body quicker than taking it by mouth. Also epson salts (magnesium sulphate) is good to put in the bath.. I just read the book "Magnesium Miracle" by Carolyn Dean which is excellent for further info. Also website magnesiumforlife. com has info about transdermal magnesium (taking it through the skin)."
11/15/2011: Carly from Seattle, Wa - Usa replies: "Hi Lost.My heart goes out to you. I had ALL of your symptoms about two decades ago. Going into a store made me feel like I couldn't breath, and that my heart was going to explode. EVERY TIME.
In the beginning I always turned and fled if I was by myself. I remember driving down the road and feeling like I would DIE. Total panic. I found I was better when I went out with a "safe" person. (Usually my husband, or a close friend I trusted a lot).
The thing was - I felt like such a loser I never told anyone for the longest time.... this was when panic attacks and agorophobia were just starting to become mainstream topics.
I just didn't want anyone to think I was a freak or something - as at the time most people didn't understand it. Come to think of it - most people still don't understand it unless they have it, have had it, or are close to someone who has it (my opinion).
Okay, so that was that.
My suggestions are these: Do not give in to the agorophobia. It is NOT a signal from your body telling you that you need to stay close to home because you are not well - as someone mentioned in a prior post.
I truly believe agorophobia and panic attacks to be some kind of an imbalance in your body that needs to be addressed. I found that Magnesium (as mentioned by Debbie earlier) was almost magical for me. I also take trace minerals. Google Magnesium and see...
Another thing: When you are in a panic situation - repeat this in your mind:
"I have felt this way before and I am still alive. I will not die".
Take three slow, deep controlled breaths to the count of three. Three in, three holding in lungs, and three out while repeating the above.
Every time the panic happens, whatever the situation is.... Try to hang in there and not flee just a bit longer than you did the last time it happened. Eventually you WILL reset your thought process. It is not easy, but it is worth it.
I know the feeling - it feels like everyone knows you are about to pass out on the floor from panic. Trust me, they don't. Repeat the mantra above. It will get better, I promise.
I still have moments once in a great while.... But not at ALL like they used to be. It gets better, you will see.
Hang in there.... And remember, you are NOT alone. If needed, try to find a support group. You would be amazed at how many people are just like you.
Best, ~ Carly :-)"
11/16/2011: Lost from Henderson, Kentucky replies: "Carly,You have described me perfectedly! I am so happy to hear that I am not alone. My husband is also my"safe person" but he is fed up with me having to rely on him to go anywhere. I am looking into the magnesium now. Thank you so much!"
11/17/2011: Carly from Seattle, Wa- Usa replies: "Hi Lost,Glad I could maybe help a bit. Please know that you are not alone, not at all!
You will feel better. Just keep the faith.
The nice thing about taking magnesium is that it doesn't take very long for it to help if it is what your body is or was missing. You should start to feel better within a week to ten days of taking it at the highest level you can tolerate (before it makes you run to the bathroom!). I would start at at 400-600 mg a day.
If you take calcium, make SURE you are taking an equal or even higher amount of the magnesium. The old thought used to be to take half as much Magnesium as Calcium. This has changed in the new research - the medical literature now says to take equal amounts of each. D-3 is also important. I take 5,000 iu once a day now, and I was taking 2 a day for a month to try and get my levels up (Seattle is not a sunny place, and D levels here are notoriously low here).
Thankfully these are all pretty inexpensive supplements. I buy mine online for less than I can get them for in the health store.
Please write back after you have been taking whatever it is that you do decide to take - and let us know how you are doing - I love a good success story. :-)
Best wishes to YOU, and hugs too!
Carly"
11/17/2011: Lily from Brisbane, Queensland, Australia replies: "Hi Carly and Lost, I too had/have this awful disorder, I also found that magnesium is the best thing I have ever taken for this problem. After discovering magnesium I was able to go off all the prescription medication I was taking. I still have residual problems but am functioning very well now.I was given many different relaxation tapes and c.d.'s but could never relax enough to plug in the player, it was quite ridiculous really. Lost, you will see an improvement I hope with the magnesium and I wish you all the very best. Cheers Lily."
11/17/2011: Lost from Henderson, Ky replies: "Thank you all for your advice. I have ordered a powder magnesium online to start taking. In the meantime, I went to store and purchased Epsom Salts to soak in. Hopefully that will somewhat help? I will keep you updated, Thank you EC for having this site and to all the wonderful people who have replied, for the first time, I feel like there is hope for me to be "normal" again!"
11/18/2011: Lisa from S. California, Ca, Usa replies: "Try GABA and/or 5-htp.GABA Really helps with anxiety. 500-1000 mg on an empty stomach.
5-htp raises serotonin.
St John's Wort may work.
L-Theanine works for some ( gives me headaches). Taken at night, I think Valerian root in a small dosage might work, maybe 20-50 mg. It helps with sleep, so be careful taking this early in the day. This stuff knocks me out.
They also sell Anxiety Formula supplements. You can find them online or at a health food store."
11/19/2011: Timh from Louisville, Usa replies: "I have had very good results with Hyland's homepathic CalmsForte."
11/19/2011: Gail from Branson, Missouri, Usa replies: "My husband suffered most of his life from anxiety, and after a lot of doctors and no remedy he went to a homeopath and he needed carsinson, or carsinoson sp? and she told him he was low on magnesium... now that was 10 years ago and he was better right away and it hasn't come back now that he is back in balance.I would STRONGLY suggest a homeopath for this ... And up your magnesium by the way of Epsom Salt baths as they absorb through your skin well, where as a pill will not benefit you as much... Take a hot bath with 1 to 2 cups of the salts... Also I have been reading on the tissue salts or cell salts that are homeopathic and I would consider something like that also... I think there is some mention of them on this site
Some people are bothered by food they eat as well, so you may consider doing some reading on anxiety and diet and holistic healing and nutritional healing and see if any of that feels right for you.
Good luck! It is curable."
12/15/2011: Lost from Henderson, Kentucky replies: "I finally received my magnesium in the mail, I also purchased L-theanine 200mg, but not sure how much I should take of both? The magnesium is a powder type you mix in hot water. I also thought about massage therapy since I read it could help with anxiety. Wish me luck guys :)"
12/15/2011: Steve from Las Vegas, Nevada replies: "I would recommend checking out EFT therapy. Also if you google healers there are many good healers who can help you resolve the anxiety relatively fast."
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08/28/2011: Kristina from Camp Foster, Okinawa Japan writes: "Hi there, I had some questions for your contributor Ted.
I am a 32 year old mom of 2. About 6 years ago I started to take medication for depression and anxiety. I have had to continually take this medication for the last 6 years. I was also recently diagnosed with IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) with heartburn. IBS made my anxiety worse. I was having so many attacks that it was hard to get out of the house. I don't want to have to take medication for the rest of my life. The medication they gave me for the IBS was prilosec and fiber.
I am new to the holistic/homeopathic care. I know that a good diet and exercise is always the place to start. So I started a workout program about 7 weeks ago. I notice that my mood is better and that I am sleeping better. I guess my questions are. What should I be taking daily to help with all of this? My stomach seems to be so sensitive to vitamins that I get from the store and I would love to avoid that. The medications that I currently take are Celexa for the anxiety and prilosec for the heartburn. I want to make sure I am getting the vitamins and nutrients that my body needs since I have started exercising. What would you recommend for a beginner to holistic care?
Thank you so much,
Kristina from Okinawa"
Replies09/08/2011: Jen from Bozeman, Mt, Us replies: "I know your question was for Ted but I thought I might chime in since it has been a few days since you posted your question. I would definately start with taking a tblsp or two of organic apple cidar vinager twice a day for the heartburn and IBS. It should be taken in at least an 8 oz glass of water. The next thing I would try is to get the anxiety under control. If you want to go off the medication make sure to wean yourself slowly as cold turkey is a very bad idea for those type of meds. For my anxiety I use both magnesium and a product called theonine serene which I take twice per day. It would be best if you take the apple cidar at least two hours before you attempt to take the magnesium and theonine serene. This way your stomach may be settled enough to be able to tolorate the supplements better since they upset your stomach. The magnesium will probably help with the IBS as well since it relaxes the muscles and if you are an anxious person your bowels are as well. The bowels are surrounded by muscle. It would help to know what your symptoms of IBS are since there are so many different ones but in general lay off any white grains and sugars like rice, wheat, and bleached sugar. I would even attempt to stay away from breads and pasta's for a little while and see if that helps the IBS. Hope this helps a little."
01/15/2012: Camjamgram from Washington, Il replies: "In regards to the post: 08/28/2011: Kristina from Camp Foster, Okinawa Japan writes: "Hi there, I had some questions for your contributor Ted.I am a 32 year old mom of 2. About 6 years ago I started to take medication for depression and anxiety. I have had to continually take this medication for the last 6 years. I was also recently diagnosed with IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) with heartburn. IBS made my anxiety worse. I was having so many attacks that it was hard to get out of the house. I don't want to have to take medication for the rest of my life. The medication they gave me for the IBS was prilosec and fiber.
These all sound like a gluten intolerance. My friend has suffered with the diagnosis of IBS for 30 years, she was recently counseled by a mother of a child with Celiac and said she had all the symptons. From that day she has been gluten free and has not had an issue unless she "accidently" ingests gluten. She has a new life at the age of 42!"
01/16/2012: Sally from Chennai, India replies: "Please try Bach Flower Remedies for your anxiety. Look up www.bachcentre.com. At the very least you could use Rescue Remedy initially to ease the anxiety. Other remedies are indicated but more details about yourself would be necessary.These are gentle, natural and non-addictive. Believe me, they work and help ease physical symptoms."
01/16/2012: Yvonne from Los Angeles, Calif. replies: "The link below is interesting. I had IBS badly! With IBS all of a sudden you have to get to a bathroom quick or you can have an accident!I was prescribed Paxil for OCD. Amazingly the Paxil helped my IBS perfectly. I read that Paxil seems to help the stomach. Eventually I got off Paxil and I still had the good effects of IBS after I left Paxil. (ask your doctor for instructions to get off Paxil) I do not have this IBS problem anymore.
http://www.webmd.com/ibs/news/20040510/paxil-may-help-irritable-bowel-syndrome
Paxil May Help Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Antidepressant Has Strong Effect in Those Not Feeling Fit After Fiber
A new clinical study shows that Paxil, a type of drug called an SSRI, improves some irritable bowel symptoms. Although Paxil is mainly used to treat depression and anxiety, none of the patients in this study suffered from depression. In fact, says study leader George Arnold, MD, of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, patients with no hint of depression responded well to the drug.
"Paxil worked extremely well, " Arnold tells WebMD. "These drugs are designed to treat anxiety and depression, but they work on irritable bowel in people without depression.""
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08/13/2011: Leah from Madison, Wi writes: "I recently took on a job as a server at a very busy, trendy restaurant for the first time. Since then, I've woken up several times throughout the night, every night, because I feel like I'm still at work--i. e. I think I forget drink orders or I need to print a ticket. I actually walk around my house, change clothes, etc. because of it. I've been on sleeping pills before and wish not to ever go on them again, I'm taking 5 mg of quick dissolving melatonin every night as well, I listen to soothing music on the drive home and wind down once I get home, I also supplement with magnesium once a day. I'm not really sure what else I can do? A doctor has ruled out anxiety meds and actually recommended I go back on Zoloft (I said no I wish never to be on that again. I'd be grateful for any recommendations."
Replies08/13/2011: Ryanioc from Vancouver, Bc, Canada replies: "Two things I highly recommend is meditation and the Sota Bio Tuner which is based on cranial electrotherpy stimulation.For meditation, go here: http://www.aypsite.org/10.html
follow in order, the actual instructions on the method are on the 4th page or page 13, you can also buy the book series by yogani, profits go to charity.
The benefits of daily meditation are pretty incredible and should be the first line of treatment for anxiety and stress related symptoms, as it calms and quiets the mind which is exactly what you are after.
The bio tuner helped me greatly with anxiety related symptoms from stemmed from prolonged stress. Voltahealth. com has them available with a 4 payments plan or you can buy from sota directly.
If you do decide to try it, it usually takes about 3-4 weeks before you start to really feel some change, things just seem to get easier. It took me 5 weeks before I felt that 80% improvement, and 3 weeks before I started to notice some positive benefit.
After about 5 weeks, I could read again. I could not concentrate on anything I was reading before this, it helped me focus greatly, calmed down my overactive thinking.
This is also the only thing that reduced a nasty side effect of an ssri I was on for 5 years. This ssri made me sweat excessively. I tried countless natural products before stumbling upon this, and finally, my sweating returned to normal, except in extremely anxious moments which still occur occasionally. Overall my symptoms have decreased about 80% after using this.
The bio tuner supposedly works by regulating the hypothalamus region of the brain, which is a control center for many functions, including body temp and other hormone production.
I would also suggest upping your magnesium intake to about 600 or 800 mg/day.
Do you drink alot of coffee? If you do, reduce your intake to about 1 or 2 cups max a day. This will definetly make your mind race at night, I had the same problem.
You should try valerian root extract for sleeping at night, and you can also try kava kava for daytime use.
Whatever you do, stick to the natural remedies! Good luck"
08/13/2011: Ti from Houston, Usa replies: "Leah,Google 'pranic healing'. It is a godsend for Anxiety and Panic attacks. You can find someone who can do it for you in person or long distance."
08/13/2011: Bess from Calgary, Alberta, Canada replies: "Hi Leah - Have you tried taking GABA for anxiety? I take it before flying, interviews or any situation that induces stress. My Dad takes it because he gets anxious if he's too far from home - even if he's only at a shopping mall a few miles away (he's 89 years old so there are other issues too, I'm sure). There are many brands out there but I get mine from the health food store and it's by Natural Factors - 100% Natural GABA. It says "fast-acting relief for nervousness and acute stress" - 100 mg. I usually take two capsules if I know I will be in a stressful situation. Since it helps promote relaxation and ease tension, it might help you calm down at night.Your description reminded me of a time (many, many years ago) when I had a job that affected my sleeping. I would wake up around 2:00 or 3:00 in the morning, bolt upright and yell, "*$#^* (those are swear words) WHAT TIME IS IT?! " I am surprised that I didn't give myself or my husband a heart attack. Oddly enough, we are still married!
I think, in part, it was because I was a perfectionist at the time (not any more) and felt responsible for too many things. I also tried to please everyone all of the time. I certainly wish I had GABA back then but I didn't know anything about alternative medicine. I did quit the job eventually.
If you don't want to take anything, try writing in a journal before you go to bed. Even if it's something like - "I work to the best of my ability. " Maybe that will take the load off of your mind. Check out EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) - there are free manuals on the Internet and demonstrations on YouTube. Good luck!"
08/13/2011: Rob from Toronto, Ontario replies: "Hi Leah sorry to hear about your anxiety... it is an over worked and stressed state indeed when one carries work into their sleep and dreams...If not working the late shift then perhaps there is time to catch an evening yoga class which would help tremendously ... If no time then breathwork, simple breathing exercises you can find online are effective... Also a good brisk walk. As far as herbs, or supplements, passionflower, can help... Also the scent of Jasmine... Quote from Weil site "Researchers have found that the scent of jasmine is as effective as Valium and similar drugs for relieving anxiety, promoting more peaceful sleep, and reducing anxiety upon waking. Particular jasmine fragrances were even shown to have the same neurochemical mechanism of action as barbiturates. "
- I've tried many "stress" products Gaba, Theanine and found I prefer the whole food/herb formulas instead. One is from MegaFood called Tension Release... pricey but I found it helped more than the others..
- also stay away from coffee"
08/14/2011: Debbie from Melbourne, Australia replies: "Leah try Niacin as per the attached article. Also if I were you I would up your magnesium uptake. It will help you sleep without the need for melatonin.
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07/21/2011: Angela, Nj from Bloomfield, Nj writes: "My son suffers from severe anxiety. No one seems to know what the cause of the anxiety is. The docters have treated him with heavy drugs for mental illness which has caused him to gain more than twice his original weight. He no longer takes the drugs. He now takes melatonin at night as we found out that he has not been sleeping. He also takes GABA during the day to relax. I was wondering if oil pulling would be helpful. Does anyone have any light to shed on this?"
Replies07/21/2011: K. H. from Naples, Fl replies: "I never knew what an Anxiety/Panic Attack was until I experienced it a few years ago. I was in shock & disbelief as to why I was experiencing them. I started to get them 2-3 times a week & like your son, couldn't sleep unless taking 5-HTP. My stress level & diet (which was pretty healthy) wasn't any different from years past so I was adamant on figuring out the "root cause" & for me it was chewing gum! I had been chewing 2-3 pieces a day for close to a year & figured out that my body had reached it's boiling point & was telling me the poison had finally surfaced! That poison being Aspartame! I immediately stopped the gum & the attacks started to lessen & finally stop within weeks of quitting (haven't had 1 since)! I think Aspartame affects people differently, some it affects immediately others over time (in my case). Make sure your son isn't ingesting that poison in certain foods he might be eating I. E. Sugar free candy, diet sodas, gum etc. I think the "cause" is there, you just have to really observe certain outside influenecs that might be triggering his condition as was mine!Good luck!"
07/22/2011: Debbie from Melbourne, Australia replies: "Angela, there is a lot of information to help with anxiety on the Doctoryourself.com website. Also research all you can on anxiety and Dr. Hoffer.From the website: http://www.doctoryourself.com/anxiety.html
NIACIN - vitamin B-3 is so effective against actual psychoses that half of all mental ward inmates in the South were able to be released once a depression-era deficiency of this vitamin was corrected. Niacin in appropriate doses acts as a natural tranquilizer and induces relaxation or sleep. It is non-addictive, cheap, and safer than any pharmaceutical product. Dosage varies with condition. The best author on the subject is Abram Hoffer, M. D. , whose experience dates back to the early 1950's. He routinely gave at least as much vitamin C as he did niacin.
LECITHIN - a food supplement that is high in phosphatidyl choline. The body is able to make acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter, out of this. This has a sedating effect. It is interesting to note that one third of your brain, by dry weight, is lecithin. Feeding the organ what it is largely made of might help it to function better. (Don't worry: lecithin supplements are made from soybeans. ) Dosage runs in the tablespoons.
SUGAR - avoid it, to reduce anxiety symptoms. The swings from high to low blood sugar result in corresponding mood swings. Sugar is not your friend. Eat complex carbohydrates instead.
CHROMIUM may help even out the sugar mood-swings and perhaps even sugar craving. Chromium deficiency (daily intake under 50 micrograms) affects 9 out of 10 adults. Somewhere between 50 and 400 mcg of chromium substantially improves your cells ability to use insulin. Don't gnaw on the bumper of a '54 Cadillac because that kind of chrome is toxic. Chromium polynicotinate or chromium picolinate are safer and better absorbed.
B-COMPLEX VITAMINS also help even out your blood sugar. In addition, the metabolism of just about everything you digest hinges on one or more of this group of B-vitamins. Taken together, they are especially safe and effective. The body needs proportionally more niacin than the other B's, so extra niacin as mentioned above is still valid.
EXERCISE reduces anxiety. Is it because you are too pooped to worry? Who cares; it helps. Exercise has many other health benefits, too, so there is no way you can lose by trying it. Start easily and work up.
HOMEOPATHIC REMEDIES such as Aconite, Coffea Cruda and Kali Phos. have been used to treat symptoms of anxiety for nearly 200 years. These very dilute natural remedies are safe and can help significantly. I recommend that you get a copy of The Prescriber, by J. H. Clarke, M. D. This very practical book concisely explains this healing approach and helps you easily select the most appropriate remedy. Homeopathic remedies are non-prescription. Many health food stores carry them. I know people who carry a bottle of KaliPhos 6X tablets in their pocket or purse, just in case.
HERBS such as chamomile and catnip make a soothing tea. There are certainly other useful herbs to consider as well. A good herb store or health food store will have books that will help you learn more."
07/25/2011: Lmp from Long Island, New York replies: "Angela, I'm so sorry your son if suffering for this. I have been for the last 6 years and I would not wish it on my worst enemy. It is so debilitating. I will pray for him. I can only offer you what works for me - but everyone is different. First I started therapy - helps you identify your triggers and how to have better skills at handling it. Second, I became very aware of what I was ingesting and using that were not serving me well. I try to eat all organic, very little processed food. I try to use natural products, drink a lot of water, stay away from drugs (recreational and pharmaceutical), minimal alcohol, no tobacco or caffeine. I do yoga regularly. And I meditate daily. The meditation combined with therapy has changed my life. I would love to tell you more about the meditation (too much to write here)... Let me know if you are interested. Sending so much love and good thoughts your and your sons way...."
07/25/2011: Jr from Coloma, Mi replies: "I would love to know more about your meditation for anxiety"
08/15/2011: Lmp from Long Island, Ny replies: "To : Jr from Coloma-- check out my piece under "meditation" -- u can email me from there and I can give u more info"
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05/31/2011: Renee from Philadelphia, Pa writes: ". I was wondering if you have any suggestions how to get through or detox off of lexApro. Was put on for anxiety and now been trying to get off for over a month. Tapered down, a little, then went back on for a week and now cold turkey for a week. Feeling dizzy, shocks, spacey, and didn't sleep well. Would love to go natural and I am on a very tight budget. My insurance changed and can't justify spending 115.00 for a 10 mg pill I don't even want to take anymore. Any suggestions would be so helpful."
Replies05/31/2011: Steve from Las Vegas, Nv replies: "As for supplements for anxiety there are many: Kava, magnesium (natural calm is a favorite), valerian root, GABA. All can take the edge off the anxiety. To truly heal it you need to get to the root emotional cause. There are healers who specialize in this, google healers."
06/01/2011: Lily from Brisbane, Queensland, Australia replies: "Hi Renee, all of your symptoms are normal for withdrawing from anti-depressants. If you tapered the dose down slowly enough, you should stick with it. Going back will cause you to have to withdraw again. I know it is hard. I used to be out shopping and the floor would feel like it moved a couple of inches downwards. It was horrible. I wish you all the best. Lily."
06/01/2011: Jenny from Lexington, Ky replies: "Hi, I'm actually surprised that you are going through this after getting off a 10mg dose but then again, each of us are different. I'm just wondering if exercise is a big part of your life - a hard cardio workout usually helps me detox from just about anything from a medication to a virus. If you drink a lot of water and add exercise, I would think your body would excrete the drug faster. I've also read that adding cayenne pepper to your daily diet and taking cold showers do wonders to speed up this process."
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05/09/2011: Sim from Culver, Ca writes: "I have been fighting anxiety and depression for last 15 years. Every time I have faced a stressful situation I get severe anxiety. In the past Zoloft has helped me, which I have had to take for only a couple of months. Last year I was diagnosed with breast cancer and the anxiety was very bad. I was unable to take Zoloft as it interferes with BC medication, Tamoxfien. The doctor put me on Effexor and that is when I started having these strange thoughts in my head. I feel that the earth is going to crash. I cannot look at high rise buildings and full parking lots as I feel that the earth cannot bear the weight and will crumble.
After I read on EC about Niacinamide I stopped Effexor and began taking 2000mg a day. I still have anxiety especially around my periods and these thoughts are driving me insane.
Currently I'm on
Niacinamide 2000
D3 5000iu
Vitamin C 1000mg
Fish oil 1000
Magnesium Gylcinate 400mg
Iron
Tamoxfein
I have also tried
Iodine Lugol 2%
Selenium
L Lysine
They did not help.
I have now been on Niacinamide for 7 weeks. I see a slight improvement but not a whole lot. I have read Dr. Hoffer's work with Niacinamide.. I have also noticed a strange feeling in my ears, like they are blocked. Does anyone know if it is being caused by the niacinamide. Maybe it is causing toxicity. I am too scared to leave it. I also suffer from intestinal issues. Lot of gas and bloating. I would appreciate any feedback as I'm very desperate."
Replies05/10/2011: Debbie from Melbourne, Australia replies: "Google "Tamoxifen and ear problems" and you will see you are not alone. Many people do not take Tamoxifen because of side effects. It could be interfering with the Niacin."
05/10/2011: Julia from Toronto, On replies: "You will be amazed to hear that depression is treatable by nutritional means, once you understand the underlying biochemical mechanism that causes you to be depressed. Please read:
Depression is a Nutritional Disorder at:
http://www.hypoglycemia.asn.au/articles/depression_disorder.html
Depression: a Disease of Energy Production at:
http://www.hypoglycemia.asn.au/index.html
Silent Diseases and Mood Disorders at:
http://www.hypoglycemia.asn.au/articles/silentdiseases.htmlConquering Anxiety, Depression and Fatigue Without Drugs - the Role of Hypoglycemia
by Professor Joel H. Levitthttp://www.alternativementalhealth.com/articles/hypoglycemia.htm"
05/12/2011: Randy from Jersey City, Nj, Usa replies: "I believe Julia is correct, you will want to look at nutritional issues. I suffer from both depression and candida overgrowth, which it sounds like you have because of gas and bloating. I found that the candida was causing nutritional deficiencies, particularly in vitamins B12 and D. get that under control, and you will likely see some improvement in depression symptoms. I've managed to get myself off the lexapro I was taking, due in large part by management of candida. I take 5htp now, which I find has no side effects I'm aware of.I've also found that long-term depression can dig roots into your way of thinking. I've had to be vigilant in monitoring my self talk. I've found that use of 'self-help' materials, particularly audio tapes, on a regular basis has helped a ton. recognize where your thoughts are hurting you, and change it there."
05/13/2011: Carlos from Brazil replies: "I think you are taking the right approach. It might take some time but I trust you will find a solution to your problem. Be patient with yourself.However don't be quick in turning down prescribed medication. It has its place too.
The amount of vitamin B3 you are taking is not toxic. Everybody is different but I personally take way more than 2 grams of it everyday with no ill effects.
Also, why niacinamine and not nicotinic acid? I would only take niacinamine if you can't handle the flush. Start slow (50mg) and go up. I personally can take 2 grams of it with a meal and do not flush now. Plus you get the added bonus of having low bad cholesterol, among other things. It will also make your skin glow. Good luck."
05/14/2011: Jr from Coloma, Mi replies: "Julia, Thanks for those web-sites you shared regarding hypoglycemia. I found some very valuable information there."
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02/03/2011: Surulere from Bloomfield, Nj, Usa writes: "Ted, folks, I need your help with the current blood work I did recently on the 31th of january 2011. My previous blood work was in 9/16/2010. I had experienced and still experiecing alot of symptoms that all the doctors keep pointing at that it anxiety and anxiety symptoms related. I need a second opinion to put my worries at rest. I've not been sleeping properly and my stress level his higher than normal. Symtoms include shooting pains, aches and pains all over, muscle tigthtness, fatigue, ringing in ears... etc
9/16/2010 01/31/3010 WBC 4. 77 3. 8low decreased
RBC 5. 59 5. 66 low decreased
MCV 76. 6 78 low decreased
MCH 26. 1 26. 1low decreased
RDW 13. 9 15. 4H increased
Platelets 212 220 higher
Lymphs 36. 1 49high increased
Neutrophils 56. 1 42 decreased
The difference between both blood work is that the one in september was done without fasting while I took the last one without any food except water. Please, do I have anything to worry about or just some ups and down as life is. All the test inlude HIV, lymes which are both negative. Do I need to test for something else. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated
Thanks in advance"
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