11 Home Remedies For Anxiety And Nerves

Home remedies for anxiety and nerves are a good option for those who suffer from excessive stress, they can also be used by people who have been diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder, as they are a completely natural way to alleviate the symptoms.

However, the use of these remedies should never replace the treatment indicated by the doctor or psychotherapy sessions, especially in the case of anxiety, being just a complementary treatment to help control it for a longer time.

See in the following video tips to reduce anxiety and nerves:

1. Kava kava

Kava kava is a medicinal plant known scientifically as Piper methysticum, which has in its composition kavalactones, natural substances that have demonstrated an action similar to benzodiazepines, which are one of the main drugs used in the pharmacological treatment of anxiety.

According to some studies, kavalactones seem to facilitate the action of GABA, a neurotransmitter that decreases the action of the central nervous system, helping the person to relax. In addition, kava kava also seems to contain other active compounds that act in some specific areas of the brain, especially in the amygdala and hippocampus, reducing the symptoms of anxiety and nervousness.

Although one of the most common ways to consume kava kava is through the preparation of tea from its roots, a better option is to take a supplement of this plant that can be purchased in health food stores, since it is easier to control the amount of active substance that is being ingested. In the supplement presentation it is advisable to take 50 to 70 mg of purified extract, 3 times a day or according to the indications of the doctor, nutritionist or phytotherapist.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons of kava kava root;
  • 300 mL of water.

Method of preparation

Place the kava kava root to boil with water for 10 to 15 minutes. Then let it cool and strain. Drink 2 to 3 times per day.

2. Valerian

Valerian is an excellent choice for people suffering from anxiety and nervousness due to insomnia or sleepless nights. This happens because valerian contains valeric acid in its composition, a component that acts on the cells of the nervous system and have a calming effect, as well as helping to regulate the sleep cycle.

According to some studies, this plant may not be effective in generalized anxiety, as it helps mainly to regulate sleep.

Valerian is almost always consumed as a tea, however, it can also be consumed as a supplement. In this case, the ideal is to take 300 to 450 mg, 3 times a day, or according to the indication of a physician, nutritionist or phytotherapist.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon of valerian root;
  • 300 mL of boiling water.

Mode of preparation

Place the valerian root in boiling water and let stand 10 to 15 minutes, then strain and allow to cool. Drink 30 to 45 minutes before bedtime.

Along with valerian root you can also add a teaspoon of another calming herb, such as passionflower or lavender, for example.

3. Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha, also known as Indian ginseng, is another medicinal plant with proven effect against anxiety disorder and chronic stress. This plant is widely used in India due to its adaptogenic action that helps regulate stress in the body, decreasing the production of cortisol, a hormone produced in periods of stress and that in large quantities affects the proper functioning of the body.

In addition to the adaptogenic action, ashwagandha also contains substances that act on the central nervous system in the same way as the neurotransmitter GABA, promoting relaxation in the person.

Ashwagandha can be consumed in tea form, however, the plant can also be found in supplement form. In case of supplementation, studies indicate that the dosage should be between 125 to 300 mg, 2 times a day. Ideally, the supplement should always be taken under the guidance of a physician, nutritionist or phytotherapist.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon of ashwagandha powder;
  • 1 cup of boiling water.

Method of preparation

Mix the ashwagandha powder in the cup of boiling water.

  • 1 tablespoon of ashwagandha powder;
  • 1 cup of boiling water.

Method of preparation

Mix the powdered ashwagandha into the cup of boiling water.Bring to a boil and cover for 10 to 15 minutes. Then strain the mixture, let it cool and drink 2 to 3 times a day.

4. Broccoli and lettuce tea

A good natural remedy for anxiety and nerves can be prepared with broccoli and lettuce, as these vegetables have soothing medicinal properties that reduce stress and excitability of the central nervous system, so they are very effective in the treatment of this condition. 

Ingredients

  • 1 liter of water;
  • 1 lettuce;
  • 350 g of broccoli.

Method of preparation

Boil the water and then add the lettuce and chopped broccoli. Cover the pot and let stand for about 20 minutes. Strain and drink this infusion as a water substitute for 5 days. 

5. St. John’s wort tea

Another excellent natural remedy for anxiety and nerves is St. John’s wort tea, also known as hypericum, as this medicinal plant has calming and sedative properties that act at the level of the central nervous system, helping to treat anxiety. 

Ingredients

  • 20 g of St. John’s wort leaves;
  • 500 ml of water.

How to prepare

Place the water in a pot together with the St. John’s wort leaves and let it boil for about 10 minutes, over low heat and with the pot covered. Then, turn off the heat and let it rest until it is lukewarm. Strain and drink 1 cup of this tea a day. In case of extreme anxiety, it is recommended to drink 2 to 3 cups of this tea a day. 

6. Chamomile Tea

Chamomile, also known as chamomile, is a very good option to calm and reduce anxiety, creating a sense of harmony that helps to calm the person in states of agitation and nervousness; in addition, it also helps to combat poor digestion.

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons of dried chamomile flowers;
  • 250 mL of water.

How to prepare

Add the teaspoons of tea in the boiling water, cover and let stand about 10 minutes. Then strain, let it cool and drink 3 times a day, and if necessary it can be sweetened with a teaspoon of honey. 

7. Linden tea

Linden tea, a plant also known as linden, has calming properties thanks to the fact that, in some research, it has been shown to have inhibitory action on benzodiazepine receptors, which means that it manages to reduce the action of the central nervous system, calming the nerves and helping to relieve anxiety attacks, excessive stress and hysteria.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 g of dried linden flowers and leaves;
  • 150 mL of water.

Method of preparation

Add the dried linden flowers and leaves to the boiling water, cover and let stand for 5 to 10 minutes. Then strain, let it cool and drink 2 to 4 times a day.

8. Lemon balm or lemon balm

Lemon balm or lemon balm is an excellent choice to combat anxiety, stress, agitation and nervousness, because it has rosmarinic acid in its composition, which acts by increasing the activity of neurotransmitters in the brain, such as GABA, which contribute to the feeling of relaxation of the body, well-being and tranquility. In addition, this tea can also be used in case of sleep disorders. 

To prepare lemon balm tea, it is advisable to use only its leaves, both dried and fresh, as this is the part of the plant that contains all the beneficial properties for health. 

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons of lemon balm leaves;
  • 1 cup of boiling water.

Mode of preparation

Add the lemon balm leaves to the boiling water, cover and let steep for a few minutes. Then strain and drink 3 to 4 cups of this tea a day. 

Apart from tea, certain studies have shown that ingesting 300 to 600 mg capsules of lemon balm three times a day also helps reduce anxiety symptoms. 

9. Lavender tea

Another option to reduce anxiety and nerves is lavender tea, as this plant is rich in coumarin and essential fats that possess calming and relaxing properties, acting against nervous tension.

The parts used of lavender are its flowers, leaves and stem, and the tea can be prepared as follows: 

Ingred.The ingredients

  • 70 g of lavender flowers;
  • 1 L of boiling water.

How to prepare

In a pot, when the water is boiling, add the lavender flowers and let them boil for 5 minutes. After that time, remove from heat and let stand for 10 minutes, always straining before drinking. 

This tea can be taken up to 3 times a day, being recommended to be taken after each main meal. 

10. Passionflower

Passionflower has in its composition passiflorin, flavonoids, C-glycosides and alkaloids, with sedative, calming, somniferous and hypnotic properties, being useful in the treatment of anxiety, nervous tension, insomnia and difficulty in concentration.

The most common way to ingest passionflower is in the form of tea, which can be prepared as follows:

Ingredients

  • 3 to 5 g of dried passionflower leaves;
  • 250 mL of water. 

How to prepare

Place the water in a pot and bring to a boil, then remove from heat, add the passionflower leaves, cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Strain and drink 3 times a day. 

Passionflower can also be consumed in tablet form, the recommended dose being 200 to 250 mg, 2 to 3 times a day; or in tincture form, with 50 to 100 drops recommended before bedtime or 3 times a day.

11. Banana smoothie

Another natural remedy for anxiety and nerves is the banana smoothie, as it contains banana and cereals that are foods rich in B vitamins, which are important for the proper functioning of the brain and the maintenance of mental health, which helps to treat anxiety and stress. 

Ingredients

  • 1 container of plain yogurt;
  • 1 ripe banana;
  • 1 tablespoon of whole grain cereals.

How to prepare

Blend all ingredients and drink to follow. It is recommended to drink this smoothie every day in the morning. 

Caution when using home remedies

The home remedies presented to treat symptoms of anxiety and nervousness have active substances, so they should always be used under the guidance of a doctor.

In addition, these remedies are contraindicated in pregnancy, breastfeeding, children and people with any problem related to the immune system.

Natural painkillers in tablets

Some examples of natural painkillers in tablets are the following:

  • Passiflora incarnata L. ;
  • Simplex Balance;
  • Neurexan;
  • Sintocalmy;
  • Vivinox-N;
  • Melipass;
  • Passiflorine;
  • Simplex;
  • Valupass.

These botanical products, although composed of natural substances, should be used only under the guidance of a physician or a nutritionist or nutritionist, although they can be purchased without a prescription. They have calming properties that act on the brain, soothing the person due to their sedative action.

Natural options for pregnant women

Natural pain relievers for pregnant women should be used only under the guidance of the obstetrician who is performing the prenatal care and in case of extreme necessity, as they may cause adverse effects or be unsafe for the baby. A good natural pain reliever that can be used by pregnant women and has no contraindications is the natural juice of passion fruit.

Natural options for the baby

A good natural pain reliever for the baby is chamomile tea with anise that, in addition to soothing, promotes sleep and helps fight the gases that cause colic, especially in the first months of life.

There is an instant infusion based on chamomile and fennel, called Blevit digest, which can be used as a natural soothing for babies and newborns, also helps in cases of mild digestive disorders such as colic, or meteorism. However, it should be used under the guidance of a pediatrician.

Another natural soothing option for babies older than 6 months who have already started complementary feeding is natural passion fruit juice. Simply mix in a blender the pulp of 1 passion fruit with 1 glass of water, strain and then give the baby or child about half a glass.

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