Herb
Treatment Support
calmative
Application
extract in capsules, tablets, tincture
Nervousness
Less intense than anxiety, but a feeling of restlessness, often with an inability to concentrate or sleep soundly. Can be brought on by caffeinated drinks like cola, tea, or coffee, stress, or mental and emotional disturbances.
Treatment Plan for Nervousness
The regular practice of deep breathing is extremely effective for calming mind and body for it activates the parasympathetic branch of the autonomic nervous system with a corresponding reduction in sympathetic (flight or fight syndrome). Stretching, exercise, meditation, and working on clarity withing oneself and one’s relationships can all help. Calmative herbs include California poppy, kava, passion flower, hops, valerian, and linden flowers.
Herbal Remedies for Nervousness
Herb
Treatment Support
Application
Herb
Treatment Support
calmative
Application
tincture of fresh strobiles, tea
Herb
Treatment Support
calmative
Application
tea, tincture
Herb
Treatment Support
calmative
Application
tincture, extract in capsules, tablets, tea
Herb
Treatment Support
calms spirit
Application
tea, tincture
Herb
Treatment Support
calmative
Application
tincture of fresh roots, rhizome
Related Nervousness conditions
Additional Ailment
Herb
Application
No additional ailments found.
The information given here is designed to help you make informed choices about your health. The information is drawn from numerous sources—both traditional medicine practice, from the clinical experience of many herbalists currently practicing, and supported by decades of scientific research from the author. The research most consulted includes human clinical trials that help to determine the most effective and safe herbs for various needs, the best doses, and types of preparations.
The information offered in this database is not intended as a substitute for any that may have been prescribed by your health practitioner or physician.
