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Anxiety
Having anxiety can feel a lot like being tightly wound all the time. Anxiety is a taxing tension on the body. The sympathetic nervous system – the part of your nervous system that’s turned on during stress is on overdrive leading to fatigue.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Social Phobia
Panic Attacks
Stress
As we’re all familiar, times of high stress can cause anxiety. Low grade or short-term anxiety that doesn’t qualify for a formal diagnosis can still be distressing, and is still worthy of treatment. When you’re under stress, you produce cortisol, which can cause symptoms of anxiety. People who are experiencing life transitions, like moving, divorce or a change in their job might have short-term anxiety, and it can lead to longer-term health consequences. If you’re interested in the naturopathic way to manage your stress, we have a lot more information in this article about stress management.
Physical Causes
Sometimes anxiety is as simple as an underlying health condition, and finding what’s at the root of it can take care of your nervousness. Hyperthyroidism, overactive adrenal glands, and low blood sugar can all cause symptoms that look like anxiety. Certain nutrient deficiencies can cause anxiety, and food sensitivities can contribute as well, so it’s important to find out what the exact cause is.
How Can Naturopathic Medicine Help?
- Nervines – This is a group of herbs that helps calm you down, often by acting directly on receptors in your brain that help you relax. It includes lemon balm, chamomile, passionflower, and lavender.
- Adaptogens – These help your body respond better to stress. Some of these include Ashwagandha, Rhodiola, and licorice root.
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