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Supplements for Anxiety
 The following supplements are found helpful in reducing symptoms of anxiety and
are believed to help decrease the intensity and frequency of panic attacks.
The dosages that are listed are for adults, unless otherwise specified. When
giving to children between the ages of 12 and 17, reduce the dose to 3/4 the
recommended amount.
Before starting any natural supplements, you need to check with your doctor to
rule out other medical problems that may resemble anxiety and the recommended
supplements should be approved and monitored by your health care provider.
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Most Important Supplements for
Anxiety |
| Calcium
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Take 2,000
milligrams daily. Calcium is a natural tranquilizer.
Best if taken in combination with Magnesium, 600-1,000
mg daily. Magnesium relieves anxiety, tension, and
nervousness. |
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Liquid Kyolic with B1 and B12 |
As
directed on label. Helps reduce stress and anxiety |
| Floradix Iron +
Herbs from
Salus Haus |
As directed on
label. This is a natural source of iron. Iron deficiency
can increase the risk of panic attacks. |
| Multi Vitamin
and mineral complex |
As directed on
label. To supplement needed nutrients in balance |
| With Potassium
-- 99 milligrams
daily. Essential for adrenal glands function. |
| Plus Selenium
-- 100-200
micrograms daily. If pregnant, do not exceed 40
micrograms daily. A powerful antioxidant that protects
the heart. People with anxiety are found to have low
levels of selenium. |
| SAMe |
400 milligrams
twice a day. A natural anti-depressant and has a calming
effect.
Caution: Do not take if you have a
manic-depressive disorder or if you are on prescription
anti-depressant. |
Vitamin B
complex
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As directed on
label. Maintains normal nervous system function. |
| Plus extra B1
-- 50 milligrams
three times daily with meals. Calms nerves and helps
reduce anxiety. |
| Plus B6
(pyridoxine) -- 50 milligrams
three times daily. It energizes and calms nerves. |
| Plus
Niacinamide -- 100 milligrams
three times daily. Provides calming effect in large
doses. Caution: Do not substitute with niacin. Niacin
can be toxic in high doses. |
| Vitamin C |
5,000 to 10,000
milligrams daily in divided doses. Can have a powerful
tranquilizing effect in high doses and helps the body in
dealing with stress. |
| Vitamin E |
As directed on
label. Fights free radicals and facilitate oxygen
transport to brain and cells. Use d-alpha-tocopherol
form. |
| Zinc |
50-80
milligrams daily. Do not exceed 100 milligrams daily
from all supplements. Calms central nervous system. |
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Important Supplements for Anxiety |
| Chromium
Picolinate |
200 micrograms
daily. Chromium deficiency is believed to produce
anxiety symptoms. |
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DL-Phenylalanine |
600-1200
milligrams daily. For chronic anxiety. Increases
production of endorphines that aid in relieving anxiety
symptoms and stress. Discontinue use if no improvement in 1 week. Do not take
if you are pregnant, nursing, or suffer from
hypertension, panic attacks, diabetes, or PKU. |
| L- Glutamine |
500 milligrams
three times daily on empty stomach. Has a mild
tranquilizing effect.Do not take with milk. For better absorption, take with
50 mg Vit B6 and 100 milligrams Vit C. |
| Plus L-tyrosine
-- 500 milligrams
three times daily on empty stomach. Helps relieve
anxiety and depression. Do not take if you are taking
MAO inhibitor drug. |
| Plus L-Glycine
-- 500 milligrams
three times daily on empty stomach.
Helps in central nervous system function. |
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Helpful
Supplements for Anxiety |
| Coenzyme A |
As directed on
label. Supports the detoxification of many dangerous
substances. |
| Essential Fatty
Acids |
As directed on
label. Needed for proper brain function. |
| GABA |
750 milligrams
twice daily for proper brain function.
Plus Inositol -- If taken with Inositol, has tranquilizing effect. |
| Melatonin |
2-3 milligrams
daily -- two hours before bedtime. Increase dosage
gradually until effective level is reached. Take if your
symptoms include insomnia. |
Supplements for Anxiety Information Obtained
from...
Phyllis A. Balch, CNC (2006). Prescription for
Nutritional Healing, Fourth Edition. NY: Penguin Putnam, Inc - -
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Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, and Food Supplements That
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with no guarantee of accuracy; it is not intended to
diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.
Statements about the products efficacy have not been
evaluated by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration.
It is important to emphasize that you should not
reject mainstream medical attention and guidance and the
use of recommended products, treatments, and remedies
for individual disorder should be approved and monitored
by your health care provider.
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