Sunday, July 27, 2008

Using Herbs For Stress Relief by Paul A. Phillips

It seems like just about everyone is leading busy, hectic lives. Now, more than ever, people are looking for ways to deal with stress. And, for many, herbal stress relief is the answer they have been looking for.

Using herbal remedies and treatments to deal with illnesses and ailments has become very popular in the last few years. People have come to value natural solutions over chemical or artificial ones. And herbal remedies are the ultimate, natural solution for whatever is ailing you.

There are two herbs that are known, and have been proven, to be effective against stress. They are ginseng and kava kava.

The Stress Relieving Power of Ginseng
When it comes to stress, it's not so much the stressful situation you have to deal with that are the problem, but how you react to them.

When you are faced with a stressful situation, and you react to it with fear, anxiety, or tension, your adrenal gland starts to pump out stress hormones. These hormones are fine in small doses. But, if these hormones are pumping through your system for a prolonged period of time, they can actually weaken your immune system, raise your blood pressure, put strain on your heart, and cause you to feel extreme fatigue.

Ginseng helps make your reaction to stressful situations less intense, so you to stay more calm and in control. The result is a reduction in the amount of stress hormones that are released into your system.

If you are already experiencing the effects of stress, like fatigue or poor concentration, ginseng can help with that, too. This herb can help boost your energy, as well as improving your mental alertness. Ginseng can also help improve your overall mood and sense of well being.

Fight Stress with Kava Kava
If you are feeling really stressed, nervous, or anxious, taking some kava kava could have you feeling calmer and more relaxed in as little as half an hour.

Like ginseng, kava kava can help to reduce your reaction to a stressful situation. So, if you are nervous about giving a speech, taking this herb can help to calm you down, and stay calm and in control through your presentation.

Kava kava can also help soothe frazzled nerves and relax tense muscles. It is the perfect herb to have on hand after a busy day at work. Not only will kava kava help you relax, it will also improve your mood.

There are many good techniques you can use to manage stress. But, if you are looking for herbal stress relief, ginseng and kava kava are the perfect places to start.

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