Ride through the storm on rough seas and settle into calm waters....
Today's fast-paced modern lifestyles can sometimes feel like riding through a storm - coping with stress, hectic schedules, school-runs - it can be difficult for both adults and children. Work deadlines, job interviews, school competitions, and public interactions don't make life any easier either.
If you're feeling a bit overwhelmed by it all sometimes, don't worry. It's not at all uncommon to feel anxiety at the thought of an upcoming event or situation. At times the demands may be so great that it is difficult to slow yourself down and take a deep breath, making us worry about everything.
The Natural Way to Cope With Stress
But there's a lot that can be done to support a healthy ability to relax and slow down. A great way to start is to help you mind produce its own natural feel good chemicals by getting plenty of fresh air and sunshine and exercising regularly. Eating lots of fresh fruits and vegetables and whole grain foods will give your body the building blocks it needs to manufacture those feel good chemicals your mind needs.
Practicing relaxation techniques, like yoga and meditation, or even taking time out for a regular walk in the outdoors can all assist in reducing stress levels and help create a sense of calm so we can wind down and relax.
Natural remedies can also help support the nervous system and keep nerves settled and soothed - to help us cope more easily with everyday stresses in our lives that come from our modern lifestyles. The fact is, natural remedies have been used in traditional healing for thousands of years to support healthy functioning of the brain and nervous system.
In more recent times, research has confirmed and given positive proof of this traditional wisdom. There are now several published clinical trials that demonstrate the ability of a range of herbs to support the normal functioning of the brain and nervous system and support a healthy equilibrium - which will help in remaining calm under pressure.
What are some of these herbs that can support a healthy mood and calm and soothe frazzled nerves? Below is a list of herbs that have been used traditionally to help support a fragile nervous system:
Passion Flower (Passiflora incarnata): this herbs if very highly regarded by traditional herbalist for its soothing properties and for a general nerve tonic. In today's modern herbalism, Passiflora incarnata is known as a natural aid for the nerves. This has been supported by several clinical trials.
Lavender (Lavandula augustifolia): This is another well-regarded herb to help soothe the nerves and is now found in use all over the world. Lavender contains the active ingredients tannins, coumarins, triterpenoids, flavonoids, and volatile oil. It is best known for its soothing properties and as a general tonic to support the nervous system.
Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis): This herb has been studied for its beneficial effect on the nervous system and several studies have confirmed its effectiveness in soothing frazzled nervous and supporting nervous exhaustion.
Valerian Root: Valerian is one anxiety herb that has been shown to be effective in relieving anxiety in clinical trials. It is a calmative and tranquilizer in use since at least 460 B.C. The ancient Greeks used valerian to treat insomnia, nervousness, restlessness, menstrual problems, nervous stomach, and hysteria. The advantage of valerian over tranquilizers such as Valium and Xanax is that it reduces the time required to fall asleep, without without creating a "hangover" effect or grogginess the next morning.
Kava Kava: Kava Kava is an herbal gift coming from the Polynesians. Polynesian culture has used this herb in tribal ceremonies for thousands of years and continue to do so today. Several clinical studies have shown Kava to be as effective as prescription sedatives, with no side-effects or 'hangover' effects.
So why not look into natural remedies for anxiety and tension. You can gain the benefit of relief from tension and stress without all the nagging side-effects of prescription medications
PureCalm is a natural herbal formula that contains many of these herbs to helps promote a calmed mood in a matter of minutes. Native Remedies manufactures a wide variety of herbal formulas that are created under the guidance and supervision of trained and certified herbalists.