Holistic Health - Herbs for Stress Reduction

There are a variety of excellent herbs for stress relief. Many are made into excellent organic herbal teas. Even black tea, known for its caffeine, has been proven to lower stress levels.

In fact--in London, Europe researchers discovered that those who forgo other drinks and choose Black Tea on a regular basis actually are more apt to lower their stress levels. This is because black tea lowers a hormone in the body called cortisol. Therefore, during high tension experiences you might consider brewing up a cup. Also, when you are recovering from intense life situations drinking black tea may help you balance the tension built up in your system.

Of course, the tea does not take away any of life's complications but its effects help to bring stress hormone levels back into the normal range, so says researcher Andrew Steptoe, from a London University. Another important discovery is the benefit black tea may have in reducing the risk of chronic illnesses which are often brought on by acute stress due to various life circumstances.

There are other teas that also are combined into various herbal blends specially designed to relieve tension and offer a more peaceful state of mind. You will find teas designed to support meditation, and Yogi teas to calm the mental chatter.

The Kava Root is well known for it's effects and somewhat mystical properties. Studies of the herb kava have shown it to be a safe nonaddictive anti-anxiety medicine. It contains benzodiazepines such as valium does, which is often given as a prescription for anxiety. However recent studies have shown Kava Root to assist concentration and memory. Even reaction time for people who are suffering for anxiousness, and stress are more apt to achieve a relaxed state without dealing with the side effects of narcotics and prescriptions medications.

Some other herbs for stress are:

• St. John's Wort
• Skullcap
• Lemon verbena
• Passion flower

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