When anxiety becomes overwhelming, it becomes hard to prioritize self-care. There are herbs for anxiety which may help us to relax and enjoy life more. Stress really isn’t an enemy. It is our body’s way of letting us know we are overloaded and need to take a pause. Calming herbs help us to achieve this.
There are many side effects of stress. Anxiety is one of them. People may become depressed when they are in a constant state of being stressed. It also effects our digestive system, causing slower digestion, decreased absorption, and poor elimination. We become fatigued. Our immune system and metabolism take a hit. We can combat these side effects with herbs.
Herbs to help calm our system and better our health include chamomile, oat, nettle, lemon balm, reishi, and dandelion root. Consistent consumption of these herbs will nourish and strength the body while decreasing the side effects of stress and the anxiety that happens.
