4 herbs to manage stress and support overall well-being

Nutrition can play an important role in balancing hormones and supporting mental health. Here are 4 herbs that could help manage stress and help with overall well-being.

Published on: Jul 12, 2022 9:29 PM IST

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Struggling with anxiety and stress issues and don't exactly know how to support your mental health. Nutrition can play an important role in balancing hormones and build resilience. Psychologist Dr. Jenn Anders in her recent Instagram post suggests four effective herbs for stress management and overall well-being. (Pinterest, Pixabay)

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Ashwagandha: A systematic review of Ashwagandha intervention in human trials suggests great improvements in self-report outcomes on anxiety and stress.

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Eleuthero root or Siberian Ginseng: It is high in potassium and magnesium, the minerals that are known to help in easing anxiety. Eleuthero also increases the synthesis of hormones responsible for managing stress. (Pinterest)

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Rhodiola: Rhodiola's efficacy in treating anxiety and disease isn't well-known in the west. However, that does not mean it doesn't work. Traditional practices use Rhodiola to improve stress tolerance and resilience for physical and emotional stress.

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Hawthorn: Scientists have been investigating hawthorn as a potential novel treatment for anxiety disorders. In traditional Chinese medicine, hawthorn berries are commonly recommended to help treat high blood pressure. (Pixabay)