2. Echinacea angustifolia (Anxiocalm): This patented, clinically studied, safe strain of echinacea is intended to ad- dress mild anxiety, a risk factor for Gen- eralized Anxiety Disorder. It does not interact with prescription medications and its benefits to adults and children over age 3 increase with continued daily use. It can also relieve anxiety-related symptoms, including nervous sweating, intestinal issues, muscle tension, and disrupted sleep.
3. Kava: Various extracts of this widely studied tropical herb have proven to demonstrate anti-anxiety effects similar to the prescriptions buspirone and opip- ramol, and to reduce anxiety in both peri- and postmenopausal women.
4. Lavender (Silexan® ): This ingestible lavender has been tested in several human studies that have demonstrated anxiolytic activity comparable to pre- scription drugs such as paroxetine and lorazepam, with fewer side effects.
5. Progesterone Cream (Natural Wild Yam): Women are more than twice as likely as men to feel anxiety, especially during PMS, perimenopause, and meno- pause. Although menopause doesn't typically occur until age 50 or later, many women can begin experiencing hormonal imbalance from decreasing progesterone levels even before their 30s, and it can continue into the 60s. By the time women reach perimenopause, their bodies may have lost as much as 75% or more of their progesterone secretion. According to Marcelle Pick, OB/GYN NP, only the restoration of hormonal balance can provide relief from menopausal anxiety and panic attacks. When applied properly, natural progesterone not only balances excess estrogen, a potential breast cancer risk, but is also used in the body to make adrenal hormones and needed estrogen or testosterone. Several studies have proven that natural progesterone cream combats anxiety, and it is considered to do so by acting on GABA receptors in the brain.
While normalizing hormone levels can be an integral part of managing anxiety disorders, it is also important to address the factors that cause hormonal imbalances (e.g., blood sugar dysregulation, oxidative stress, inflammation, and other disruptions in metabolic function).
Omega-3 Fatty Acids (Fish Oil)
Based on their systematic review and meta-analysis of 19 clinical trials that included over 2000 participant from 11 countries, researchers recently determined that improvement in anxiety symptoms is associated with omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid treatment.
Lifestyle Changes Lifestyle greatly impacts the body’s
coping mechanisms. Specifically, diet modification, physical activity, relaxation techniques, getting adequate sleep, and staying connected to friends and fam- ily can be especially supportive. Daily dietary regimens that best protect the body against stress and anxiety exclude caffeine/stimulants, sugar, alcohol, food allergens, and tobacco, but include large quantities of water and organic veg- etables, high-density protein, and soaked legumes and nuts. Clinical trials demon- strate that yoga and Tai Chi relax the body and mind, reduce heart rate, and improve mood, even after only 20 minutes. Other forms of daily aerobic exercise also greatly reduce stress and anxiety.
It is important to be well-informed
about whether the above remedies could help your own condition, and to know especially whether they would interact with your medications. If you take an anti-anxiety drug but prefer to try a natural approach, consider asking your doctor to help you first lower the dose of your medi- cation. Also consider seeking the guid- ance of a natural practitioner, and inform your doctor before terminating treatment with any anxiolytic.
The statements in this article have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration, are for educational purposes only, and are not intended to take the place of a physician’s advice. Submitted by Erika Dworkin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition®, Nutrition Consultant and Owner of the Manchester Parkade Health Shoppe (860.646.8178), 378 Middle Turnpike West, Manchester, CT,
www.cthealthshop.com), nutrition specialists trusted since 1956. Erika is available to speak to groups. All state- ments in this article are evidence-based and references are available upon request. See ad on page 3.
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