Introduction to stress
We all know that stress is a normal part of life in today’s fast and body world. From traffic jams to bills and family problems, there is always something causing stress and tension.
It is something that is experienced by everyone at some point in time during the day and when it occurs, the body will make both physical and chemical adjustments to deal with it and balance everything out.
The physical symptoms of stress include a fast paced heartbeat, muscle tension and sweating.
The blood pressure increases, you start to breathe quickly and the pupils dilate as well.
These reactions are all instinctive and they aim to protect the person from threats.
They are all part of the “fight or flight” response, which prepares people to confront some sort of imminent danger.
When the stress has ended, the body works to restore the balance within.
However, if the stress returns soon, the body will not have time to make everything right because having to go back into its stressful state.
When this occurs constantly, a person can experience exhaustion, which can cause damage to the person’s physical and emotional well-being.
Long-term stress causes the body to break down and then there are real, long-lasting physical problems that can occur.
There are a variety of disorders that are related to stress, including anxiety, high blood pressure, depression, a weakened immune system, headaches, increase cholesterol, impotence, diarrhea, lock of an appetite and sleeplessness.
Herbal remedies for stress
It can every difficult to relax in stressful situations but relaxation is necessary in order to relieve stress. B-Complex Vitamins are very important for the nervous system, especially for processes that help to reduce anxiety and allow a person to relax.
It is also a good idea to practice deep breathing and aromatherapy as well, which helps people to unwind.
Meditation is also beneficial for many people.
Valerian can be used to help relax the nervous system and get a good night’s sleep.
Hops are also good for treating nervous disorders and irritability.
It is also good for treating insomnia and other sleep disorders, because they calm the body and mind.
Passion Flower is another good home remedy, because it acts like a sedative and allows the body to relax.
One of the best natural nerve tonics is skullcap.
Catnip nourishes the stomach and the nerves and it help to calm down the nervous system, but will also improve a person’s digestion process.
Another good herbal remedy is kava kava, which can relax the body as well. Chamomile is good for aiding digestion and is used as a natural tranquilizer.
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