10 plants that relieve anxiety

We live in a highly competitive and fast-paced world, in which many people feel stressed, forced, or pressured by their obligations. In this context, psychological problems arise frequently, especially anxiety, depression or stress.

The ideal is to go to the psychologist and attend psychological therapy to minimize the impact of these phenomena on our health and perceive the world in a different way. However, there are some plants or remedies that mother nature gives you to calm anxious symptoms and calm yourself. In this article we will review the 10 plants that relieve anxiety.

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10 plants to reduce anxiety and calm you down

Anxiety is an unpleasant state of mind, in which we experience different symptoms: nervousness, restlessness, overwhelm, clumsiness, hypervigilance, tachycardia. It is a feeling that causes us discomfort and puts us in tension. But what plants can we use to alleviate it? With what natural remedies can we calm down after a long day at work?

Below you can find 10 ideal plants to minimize these negative symptoms and improve your well-being.

1. Chamomile

Chamomile is a very popular drink that you all know for sure because it facilitates digestion and it is a great remedy for intestinal discomfort. But chamomile can also be found in pills, and it is usually used in insomnia cases, anxiety and depression.

This plant has been used for hundreds of years for its healing powers and is still in use today. In the form of an infusion, it has a great taste and smell, and if we also add lemon or honey, its flavor is even more delicious.

2. Calendula

Calendula is also known as the flower of the deceased, marigold or flamenquilla. Calendula is an almost miraculous plant that is used to treat various conditions.

In addition to anxiety, depression or insomnia, it is useful for the treatment of skin conditions (indicated even for neonates) and is a powerful anti-inflammatory used to treat urinary tract infections, recurrent bladder colds, and discomfort intestinal. It is possible to take it as an infusion, in drops mixed with water or juice or with drops of oil to make a relaxing bath.

3. Ginkgo Biloba

The Gingko Biloba the only tree that survived the Hiroshima bomb, so it is not surprising that it is effective in making us resistant to problems such as anxiety, depression, confusion.

It is a plant that grows slowly and shows its leaves late in spring, so it is consistent with the fact that it provides us with calm, patience and clarity. In addition, it provides other psychological benefits, such as helping with memory retention.

4. Valerian

Valerian is one of the most widely used natural remedies to treat anxiety and it is undoubtedly one of the best known plants as a remedy for nerves and symptoms related to anxiety, because it has a sedative effect and relaxes the nervous system and brain.

In addition, its flowers are used to reduce stress and to fall asleep, as they have calming effects and help to have a good rest. It has a millennial origin and Hippocrates already used it in ancient Greece.

5. Balm

This is a plant rich in pollen and therefore attracts bees. Melisa, means bee in Greek. It is also called lemon balm, and it is often used as an infusion with many health benefits.

It is popular because it is helpful in reducing stress, anxiety, or insomnia. Although it also has antispasmodic effects, which is why it is usually consumed by athletes to relieve pain caused by physical exertion.

6. Motherwort

Motherwort is a plant of Asian and North American origin, although it is also found in Spain, in the Pyrenees.

In addition to motherwort, it receives various names such as the lion's tail or the hand of Santa María. The Japanese have used it for centuries for its ability to promote longevity. It is ideal for relieving anxiety and stress symptoms.

7. Lavender

Another of the plants of ancestral use is lavender, which has been used to cure nervous system disorders. Its use is recommended to reduce anxiety and produce a calming effect, but it is also a great anti-inflammatory that is used for intestinal pain.

8. Linden or linden

Linden tea or linden tea is an infusion made with the fruit of some plants of the species of the genus tilia (linden trees) and has antispasmodic, sleeping pills, and anxiolytic effects, so it is indicated for people who suffer from anxiety, nerves or stress.

Linden helps us sleep better and be calmer, and it is easy to get it, because, as with chamomile, practically all bars have linden infusions. Many students use it to calm down before a test.

9. Skullcap

This herb is a natural sedative, ideal for treating both physical and emotional anxiety. Therefore, this plant that works like a charm to reduce anxiety symptoms, stress, emotional exhaustion and insomnia. To benefit from its properties, you only need to drink 10 drops of tincture, twice a day, to help restore the imbalance of the nervous system.

10. Herb Luisa

The lemon verbena has a great calming effect and is usually taken as an infusion. Consumed before bedtime, it facilitates sleep and helps you sleep better, providing a more pleasant floor. Lemon verbena is a great natural remedy to reduce the characteristic symptoms of nervousness, stress, and anxiety.

Relaxing teas and infusions

In addition to these plants, there are many relaxing infusions or teas that help you to be more calm and calm. Ashwagandha tea, passionflower or hops are some examples.

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