Do natural supplements/herbs for anxiety and depression really work?

12 Responses to “Do natural supplements/herbs for anxiety and depression really work?”

1. Lookin Great in '08! Says:
   June 27th, 2009 at 9:04 pm

   They didn't work for me, they just gave me really horrible side effects. I went to the doctor and got put on the real stuff. Its definitely worth it.
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2. stacy j Says:
   June 27th, 2009 at 9:53 pm

   Yes, it helped me out a lot. I took St John Wort for my anxiety and it helped. The bad thing is that I always felt sleepy. So during times of stress, I only take it at night before I go to sleep.
   Side effects vary from person to person.

   Edit: Right now, I drink Arizona Rx Stress Herbal Iced Tea. It has Valerian, chamomile, and vitamin B6 & B12, which all helps with anxiety. Doesn't have caffeine and it won't make you sleepy.

   Edit: About St. John Wort- although I felt sleepy, I was happy (not high). I felt like myself because I am usually a happy person. I only had to take it during school. I am in college and it can be stressful.
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3. shelly Says:
   June 27th, 2009 at 10:02 pm

   I don't know about herbs/supplements, but for me personally, changing my diet and things like that work. I eat more white meat and green veggies. It helps my mood so much. Vitmain D is good too.
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4. cute and clever Says:
   June 27th, 2009 at 10:30 pm

   I tried Kava Kava and St. John's Wart. St. John's Wart didn't work for me, but I was on Kava Kava for 6 months and it worked. I did notice when I finally stop taking the Kava that sounds were sharper and jokes were funnier. I guess it dulled my senses. I take the real stuff (MD prescribed) now and prefer it much more.
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5. Top Tech Says:
   June 27th, 2009 at 10:53 pm

   There are many herbs (fiber for example!) and natural supplements may work, but I would only consider ones that are approved by the FDA or have considerable research supporting success. I have also had family that continue to move from one supplement to another claiming they work. I question the actual effectiveness because they never stick to anything. I think most scientifically unproven herbs are placebos at best.
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6. happyjack Says:
   June 27th, 2009 at 11:42 pm

   St John's Wort is safe and effective for mild to moderate depression. The only side effect it has is it makes some people more prone to sunburns. It doesn't make you sleepy or dopey either.
   Considering the side effects and dangers of pharmaceutical antidepressants and antianxiety meds, it's far safer and beneficial to research and try herbal and natural remedies.
   Along with some diet and lifestyle changes they are effective and safe.
   Vitacost.com has a combination of 5 HTP and St. John's Wort together that is very good.
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7. Halema Says:
   June 28th, 2009 at 12:00 am

   You first need to figure out what caused your anxiety and depression - two very different diseases. Find a medical doctor that can and will work with you on this. They should also have a reputation for suggesting natural supplements while being able to prescribe a prescription if necessary. That is what I did when I had a hormonal imbalance that caused my depression, along with an extremely stressful time in my life.

   My doctor told me to eat plenty of fresh fruits, at least three servings daily, even more if I could. She also told me to get lots of nuts - almonds, walnuts, macadamias, and Brazil nuts. She said the combination of fruit and nuts was "…brain food. Your brain needs food, Lisa." She then told me to get back on the herbal hormonal cream I was using, gave me a prescription for Effexor and some sample of Lunesta to help me sleep. She said to exercise at least 30 minutes daily, even if I just took a walk for 30 minutes. She said if I did this, then I would be off the Effexor within 6 months.

   I was off the Effexor within 4 months. (Don't EVER use Effexor as the withdrawals are worse than the side effects!!!) I now use St. John's Wort for depression in the wintertime, as we don't get a lot of sun in Michigan. I also began listening to a music therapy CD that I found at this website: http://www.eaglesnesthemisync.com/Anxiety.html

   St. John's Wort helps with depression. Valerian Root helps for sleeplessness. I've used products from Herbs Etc.
   http://www.herbsetc.com/Conditions/index.htm to help with sleeplessness and restless sleep for my young daughter with good results, but this company combines the herbs in a very potent formula, not something you would find at Wal-Mart. In fact, anything you can find at Wal-Mart would be a waste of your money. I know. I used to work in the pharmacy department, and the pharmacist would use their products either!!!
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   http://www.eaglesnesthemisync.com/Anxiety.html
   http://www.herbsetc.com/Conditions/index.htm

8. deborah Says:
   June 28th, 2009 at 12:37 am

   Try the Chill Pill by Futurebiotics. It has several anti-anxiety herbs in it and is fairly cheap on the internet. Like $5-$8 a bottle.
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9. Mrs. Wolf© Says:
   June 28th, 2009 at 12:44 am

   Indeed! I have not felt anxieties or depression for 11 years!
   Best ways to beat depression is Diet, Exercise, and Supplements.
   It's essential to get the B-complex vitamins, since they work together to balance proper brain functioning.
   Fatty acids, such Omega-6, Omega-3.
   Magnesium and herbal extracts such:
   St. John's wort (Hypericum perforatum in Latin) is a long-living plant with yellow flowers. It contains many chemical compounds.
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10. Soul Doctor Says:
    June 28th, 2009 at 1:31 am

    100% Effective Homeopathic Remedies for Anxiety / Panic Attacks / Stress / Depression(Bereavment) / Mood Swings (Totally safe, without any side effects or complications of any sort) :-

    ANXIETY / PANIC ATTACKS & STRESS :-

    Sudden with restlessness and fear of death, Panic Attacks, Aconite 30X or 200X,1/2 hourly (3 Doses)

    Prolonged with periodic and panic attacks Arsenic Alb.200X, 4 hourly (3 Doses)

    With fainting spells; profuse sweating; worse in the morning Sulphur 30X or 200X 3 hourly (3 Doses)

    Makes patient walk fast; due to anticipation Argentum Nit 200X, 3 hourly (3 Doses)

    Worse lying in bed and closing the eyes Carbo Veg 30X or 200X, 4 hourly (6 Doses)

    Anxiety aggravated by upward or downward motion; going in an elevator; worse till 11 P.M, Borax 200X or 1M, 3 hourly (3 Doses)

    Anxious about business even when seriously ill Bryonia Alba 200X 3 hourly (3 Doses)

    Full of apprehensions in the evening Causticum 200X, 3 hourly (3 Doses)

    Anxiety and fears in the evening with restlessness and palpitation Calcarea Carb.200X or 1M, 3 hourly (3 Doses)

    Anxiety worse while lying still. Sad music ameliorates the complaints Manganum Acet 200X 3 hourly (3 Doses)

    Anxiety due to fright, fear,exciting news; stage fright; worse while appearing for examination or interview etc Gelsemium 30X or 200X 3 hourly (6 Doses)

    Mood Swings, Anxiety due to grief or shock in the subconscious mind Ignatia 200X or 1M, 3 hourly (3 Doses)

    Anxiety; better after eating Anacardium Or 30X, 4 hourly.

    DEPRESSION & GRIEF(Bereavement) :-

    Severe shock due to sudden death of loved ones; restlessness, anxiety and fear Aconite 200X. 10 min (3 Doses)

    Prolonged mournings; cannot overcome the loss of loved ones and/or Mood Swings. Ignatia 1M or 10M, 6 hourly (3 Doses)

    When the grief is in the conscious mind; patient weeps; does not like sympathy Natrum Mur.200X or 1M, 6 hourly (3 Doses)

    For chronic grief and indignation Staphysagria 200X or 1M, weekly (3 Doses)

    Depression with suicidal thoughts feeling of worthlessness, Aurum Met 30X, three times a day half hour before meals.

    Take the remedy which is similar to your symptoms. No side effects or complications if taken as directed, please do not exceed the given dosage and under any circumstances do not try to mix any remedies and avoid Chocolates, Mints, Coffee, Red Meat, Alcoholic and Carbonated drinks, Spicy Rich Food while taking any Homeopathic remedies, and keep the medicines away from direct sunlight, heat strong smells and perfumes and do not store them in the fridge.
    Curing without any side effects or Complications Thats the Beauty of Homeopathic Medicine

    Take Care and God Bless you.
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    Homeopathic Practitioner

11. G - Up Lifting Says:
    June 28th, 2009 at 2:11 am

    You may want to check out your adrenals as adrenal fatigue can cause anxiety and depression.

    Stress is the #1 cause of adrenal fatigue check it out at adrenalfatigue.org

    Good Luck!
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12. samablebest Says:
    June 28th, 2009 at 2:32 am

    no
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