Herbal remedies for stress headaches

Unlike now where there is a pharmacy on every corner, Great Grandma just went outside her back door when she needed something to fix a headache. Since there wasn’t a pharmacy nearby, she learned how to care for her family’s needs with a little help from nature. Although today all of us have access to pharmacies, you, like Great Grandma, may prefer the natural cures. If you don’t have an herb garden in your yard, and not many people do, then you can still get your herbs from a health food store. Now I’m not a herbologist or a nutritionist but when it comes to herbal remedies, the five most popular herbs are:1. Echinacea – In times past, Native Americans relied on this herb for symptoms of respiratory distress. Today it’s widely sought after to combat symptoms of colds and flu. It is a common ingredient in commercial cough drops, although the amount in that product is less than what you could get in an herbal formula. Echinacea is also important in supporting the immune system function.2. Ginkgo and Ginkgo Biloba – This is a herb that is rising in popularity because it seems to improves brain and memory function. Although the extent of its power isn’t known, it has been shown to improve circulation. You may have seen Ginkgo Biloba advertised in commercial tonics and tablets. Before buying theses, be careful that the quality and quantity of this herb is sufficient to matter. 3. St. John’s Wort – This was a little known herb until it came to attention as a natural alternative to anti-depressant medications. Critics in the medical profession say that the dosage is not as predictable as with prescription medications. Proponents of herbal remedies counter that the safety and lack of addiction potential still make St. John’s Wort a good alternative to prescription drugs. 4. Chamomile – This herb is more than a flavorful tea, it’s an natural remedy that relieves the discomfort of muscle cramping and can help reduce anxiety. This herbal tea can also be used as a remedy for insomnia.5. Ginseng is an herbal remedy that has been handed down from ancient Chinese culture. Ginseng is an adaptogen which is a term used by herbalists to refer to a natural herb product that has the ability to increase the body's resistance to stress, trauma, anxiety and fatigue. It can help you ward off physical and mental strain so that your body can return to normal levels of functioning. That’s why herbalists recommend Ginseng for fatigue and stress, particularly when recovering from an illness.I would recommend consulting with a herbologist or a nutritionist before considering using these but they are easy to find and, in the long run, probably less harmful than OTC drugs. If you are experiencing stress and anxiety in your life I have a FREE stress reduction e-course.

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