retiredHSmom Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 One of my daughters is dealing with higher than usual anxiety. Can anyone recommend a natural remedy or supplements that could help? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alenee Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 Nutri Calm from Nature's Sunshine and Ferrasorb from Thorne Research have both been a part of my dd's therapy for anxiety for about 4 years. The Ferrasorb could really help because of the iron. If she's started her monthly, she could be low in iron. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Butter Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 Kali Phos (Hyland's) works like a charm for my 7 year old son (and myself). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freesia Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 L-Theanine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
umsami Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 There are Rescue Remedy kids drops. Calms Forte tablets are usually available in most drugstores. (They're for kids). Also look into a kids magnesium supplement. You could also look into GABA and HTP-5, but I have no idea what the does would be for kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retiredHSmom Posted March 14, 2014 Author Share Posted March 14, 2014 Thanks for the replies, she is an older teenager so adult size. She recently donated blood and tested her for anemia, which she passed. Could she still be anemic? Magnesium has come up in other conversations, I will definitely be looking into that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trulycrabby Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 Does she exercise? I have found intense daily exercise to be extremely calming and relaxing. Jogging, walking, and/or a 60-90 minute yoga practice are my go-to relaxation techniques. Evening primrose oil has also helped, but I am 51 and have estrogen dominance. Younger women can have it too, though, and it always seemed to help my cramps and PMS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pippen Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 Biofeedback therapy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lewber Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 When I was having lots of anxiety issues, my doctor explained that a lot of the physical symptoms were a result of too much adrenaline in my system from the anxiety. He recommended exercising until I worked up a sweat. It worked wonders for me so I second the exercise thing if she's already not getting a good bit. Get the heart rate up, work up a sweat and use up all the extra adrenaline. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitestavern Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 My son uses Natural Calm (powder that you mix with water), which has magnesium. Works well for him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julie Smith Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 I would recommend the book, "calm energy: how people regulate mood with food and exercise" http://www.amazon.com/Calm-Energy-People-Regulate-Exercise/dp/0195163397/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1394831578&sr=1-1&keywords=Calm+energy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 Make sure she's getting enough protein and not too many carbs for breakfast and lunch. Dates contain the precursor to serotonin. A nice sleep in now and then is good too. (I only get anxiety when I've been eating badly for too long and my serotonin levels are shot, so maybe these ideas are too lightweight. With me, pretty much everything is about food and sleep so that's where I start. :p) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helena Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 In addition to some of the other suggestions we also use Aura Cacia's Panic Button aroma therapy spray. It works well for me. Fashy hot water bottle and this heating pad you boil: http://www.amazon.com/HEAT-WAVE-Instant-Reusable-Heat/dp/B002Q700C8/ref=pd_sim_hpc_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=1XMXZJ82DR6GHYQ81971. Heating pads are a great way to calm down. When they're not too hot we put them on our face, jaw, and throat... so relaxing. hth hope your daughter finds relief soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollhouse Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 My son uses Natural Calm (powder that you mix with water), which has magnesium. Works well for him. I use this as well and I find it very helpful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 Is she low on D? That can mess with you mentally, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 Oh, also any artificial sweetners? These make me weepy and anxious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyLittleWonders Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 Inositol powder works wonderfully and rather quickly. One tablespoon in the morning and one in the evening/night for as long as needed. (It mixes with water but is way too surgery sweet, IMO. I mix it with a bit of orange juice and a bit of water; easier to drink.) I find that it helps relieve the anxiety, which then gives me a chance to really look at what's going on to find what is ultimately causing the anxiety, which usually allows me to stop using it after a week or so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joanne Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 Mindfulness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenmom5 Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 yoga l-theanine & GABA eta: d3 levels do make a big difference. ban sugar in all artificial forms and artificial sweeteners. seriously limit if not outright ban natural forms. (amazing what sugar can do to you.) stevia and agave should be limited. more veggies than fruit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fraidycat Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 I will chime in with my recommendation. I use it for myself and my kids for all negative emotions and feelings. My hubby and family use it, too. Especially when they are complaining to me and I tell them to tap while talking. EFT - Emotional Freedom Technique. Emofree.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laundrycrisis Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 Love this thread ! I'll put in another vote for Natural Calm powder. But I'm taking notes on the other suggestions as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy in NH Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 Research shows that Mindfulness Meditation and Mindfulness Based Therapy is the most effective natural remedy for anxiety. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 Tai Chi is very relaxing to me. That sounds interesting. Do you take classes or did you learn on your own with videos? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy in NH Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 Tai Chi is very relaxing to me. Tai Chi is a form of mindfulness meditation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retiredHSmom Posted March 15, 2014 Author Share Posted March 15, 2014 Thanks everyone for all the ideas! There are so many good ideas to chose from, I am hoping to work on a combination of exercise, vitamins, no artificial sweeteners and some meditation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VeteranMom Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 B12 vitamins- my anxiety was severe before I was diagnosed with a b12 deficiency. I take twice monthly injections. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SweetMissMagnolia Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 ditto on the hylands and rescue remedy....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenn- Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 For those that use the Hylands and Rescue Remedy, do they work for situational anxiety? Primarily, would they keep me calm when DH is driving around a large city with me in the car? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiramisu Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 B12 vitamins- my anxiety was severe before I was diagnosed with a b12 deficiency. I take twice monthly injections. This is a biggie, especially if she's not much of a meat eater. Try B12 but take it in the morning. It can keep you up at night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiramisu Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 Make sure she's getting enough protein and not too many carbs for breakfast and lunch. Dates contain the precursor to serotonin. A nice sleep in now and then is good too. (I only get anxiety when I've been eating badly for too long and my serotonin levels are shot, so maybe these ideas are too lightweight. With me, pretty much everything is about food and sleep so that's where I start. :p) I like the idea of building serotonin. B6 with breakfast and a high protein lunch helps build serotonin, too. Exercise. Very dark chocolate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Butter Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 For those that use the Hylands and Rescue Remedy, do they work for situational anxiety? Primarily, would they keep me calm when DH is driving around a large city with me in the car? That's exactly what they are for. We only give my son stuff when he's anxious (generally about weather). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenn- Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 That's exactly what they are for. We only give my son stuff when he's anxious (generally about weather). I need some of that stuff! I also have one that panics over the weather. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXMomof4 Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 Best thing ever - lavender scented Epsom salt bath. The magnesium, heat and scent all work together to relax you. That's my drug of choice, every single night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minuway Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 Passionflower has worked great for several people in our house. We use these. I recently read this article about from Dr. Oz comparing it to Xanax, which I thought was interesting. Two others to look at - DD also takes Rainbow Light Brain & Focus multivitamins and Busy Brain Release which have some of the supplements mentioned on here, like l-theanine, coenzymate B, b-complex, ginko, GABA... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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