What is Anxiety?
Anxiety is a feeling of unease, worry and fear. It can be mild (such as feeling nervous before giving a speech) or severe (such as panic attacks).
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the United States. They affect 40 million adults age 18 years or older, or 18% of the population every year. Women are twice as likely to experience an anxiety disorder than men, according to Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA).
The Benefits of Holistic Remedies for Anxiety
Holistic remedies for anxiety are natural, non-invasive and have no side effects. They don't involve taking any medications or drugs, so there's no risk of addiction. In addition to being safe and effective for people with anxiety disorders, holistic remedies have been shown to improve overall health by helping you sleep better and manage stress more effectively.
Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils to improve your mental and physical health. Essential oils are extracted from plants and flowers, and they contain natural compounds that can have a healing effect on the body. When inhaled or applied topically, these compounds enter the bloodstream and affect our central nervous system.
Aromatherapy can be practiced in many different ways: by diffusing essential oils into the air with an oil diffuser (like this one) or by applying them directly to your skin using carrier oils like coconut oil or jojoba oil (this one). You can also add drops of essential oils into baths for extra relaxation benefits!
Herbal Remedies
Herbal remedies are plant-based substances that can be used to treat anxiety. They can be taken in liquid form or as a tea, but they're also available in capsule or tincture form.
Herbal remedies have been used for thousands of years by cultures around the world to treat various ailments--and there's good reason why! Herbal remedies offer many benefits over conventional medications: they're often safer and less addictive than prescription drugs; they don't cause side effects like drowsiness or headaches; and some studies suggest that herbs may work better than pharmaceuticals at treating certain conditions (like depression).
Nutrition and Diet
The first step to overcoming anxiety is to make sure your body is getting the nutrients it needs. A poor diet can lead to a host of health problems, including anxiety and depression. In fact, one study found that people who eat healthier have lower levels of stress and fewer symptoms of depression than those who eat less healthily. To improve your nutrition, focus on eating more whole foods like fruits and vegetables instead of processed foods with added sugar or sodium (salt). You should also aim for a balance between carbohydrates and protein in each meal so that your body has enough energy throughout the day without feeling overly full after eating only one meal at night before bedtime when sleep becomes important for mental health recovery as well as physical recovery from exercise during waking hours if this applies since some people workout regularly while others don't but still need restful nights' sleep! If possible try adding healthy fats such as avocado into meals because they contain oleic acid which helps reduce inflammation in joints causing pain while also being high in omega-3 fatty acids which help reduce stress hormones called cortisol levels thus lowering blood pressure too much sodium intake could increase risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease such as hypertension high cholesterol levels etcetera so keep track by measuring daily amounts consumed over time using kitchen scales if necessary!
There Is Help For You Today
If you are struggling with anxiety, talking to a counselor can help you determine which natural remedies are best to fit your needs. You can get help today. Call 443-860-6870 or use the calendar to schedule an appointment.