Best Herbs for Anxiety: Polygala and Ocimum

Are you experiencing anxiety, or have you struggled with it your whole life? Here are some tips. There are several different ways to treat anxiety, from prescription medications to meditation. Some will work for you and others won’t. Whether you’re just realizing your journey or have tried everything under the sun, consider the best herbs for anxiety, Polygala and Ocimum, as your next solution.

What Is Anxiety?

Anxiety is your body’s natural defense mechanism against danger or the unknown. It is normal and actually a good thing when it occurs at appropriate times and appropriate levels for a specific situation. If your house catches on fire or you run into a bear while hiking, it would be strange and possibly dangerous if you felt no anxiety at all. If you’re studying for a big test or about to deliver an important speech to a large audience, you might also understandably experience some anxiety. However, anxiety can become a problem when it’s happening frequently and affects your wellbeing and the quality of your day-to-day life.

So when exactly does anxiety become a problem?

The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) describes Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) as “excessive anxiety or worry, most days for at least 6 months, about a number of things such as personal health, work, social interactions, and everyday routine life circumstances. The fear and anxiety can cause significant problems in areas of their life, such as social interactions, school, and work.” “Excessive” worry may differ from person to person, but generally speaking it’s worry that impacts your ability to participate in daily activities or experience periods of peace or joy.

Anxiety disorder symptoms can include:

• Feelings of worry and fear
• Rapid heartbeat
• Difficulty concentrating
• Sleep issues
• Feeling restless
• Tense muscles
• Easily irritated or annoyed

If not treated, anxiety can have negative effects on your brain function and have detrimental effects on your overall physical, mental, and emotional health.

Polygala and Ocimum May Be the Best Herbs for Anxiety

Treatments and therapies for anxiety include psychotherapy or cognitive behavior therapy, medication, support groups or stress management techniques. However, herbal teas and extracts can not only ease your anxiety but also nourish your body by providing numerous health benefits.

Polygala tenuifolia and Ocimum sanctum are both adaptogenic herbs that can help the body combat the effects of stress and enable the body to function normally during traumatic periods.

Polygala, also called Yuan Zhi, is one of the 50 fundamental herbs used in traditional Chinese medicine. Its health benefits include providing mood support, as well as supporting healthy brain function, learning and memory, creativity and awareness, sleep, and relaxation.

Native to India, Ocimum sanctum has been used as an herbal therapeutic for more than 3,000 years. Ocimum sanctum, also called Tulsi and Holy Basil, is used to nurture the body and support the natural healing process. Many people drink Ocimum tea to provide support for chronic diseases and everyday ailments.

If you’re looking for a natural remedy to ease anxiety, Polygala and Ocimum are among the best herbs to add to your toolkit.

We sell Polygala extract in a 100 gram size (50 servings) as OM! Mood Support. We also sell the extract in larger, 200-1,000 gram sizes. To learn more about Polygala, a good place to start is with the Polygala FAQ. We sell Ocimum extract in a 100 gram size (50 servings) as AHHH! Stress Relief Support. We also sell the extract in larger, 200-1,000 gram sizes.

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