Anxiety is one of the most common mental health disorders in the United States, affecting 40 million adults each year.1 Thankfully, there are herbal tinctures for anxiety that can provide relief.
What should I know about this?
Tinctures are herbal extracts that are made by soaking herbs in alcohol or glycerin. The resulting liquid contains the therapeutic properties of the herb and can be taken orally. Tinctures are a convenient way to take herbs because they are easy to dose and can be taken anywhere.
There are many different tinctures that can provide relief. Some of the most popular herbs for anxiety include:
– Chamomile: Chamomile is a calming herb that has been used to treat anxiety for centuries. It is thought to work by increasing levels of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that helps regulate mood.
– Lemon balm: Lemon balm is an anxiolytic herb, meaning it reduces anxiety. It is thought to work by reducing stress hormones in the body.
– Passionflower: Passionflower is an herbal sedative that has been used to treat anxiety for centuries. It is thought to work by increasing levels of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a neurotransmitter that helps regulate mood.
– Valerian: Valerian is an herbal sedative that has been used to treat anxiety for centuries. It is thought to work by increasing levels of GABA.
We hope this information has been useful to you.
