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Anxiety is an abnormal apprehension and fear often accompanied by physiological signs (sweating, increased pulse). Anxiety is a Mood disorder characterized by a feeling of vague, unspecified harm, apprehension or distress, often about the future, without an apparent cause. Psychiatrists often distinguish between Anxiety which can be thought of as a reaction to an ambiguous or imagined danger, and Fear, which is a response to a real threat.
Prevalence
Approximately 10% of adults in Western nations have experienced an Anxiety disorder in the preceding six months.
Approximately 27% of adults in Western nations experience an Anxiety disorder during their lifetimes.
These Substances Alleviate Anxiety
Substances that alleviate Anxiety are known as Anxiolytics (also known as Sedatives).
Alcohols
Dimethylvinylcarbinol alleviates Anxiety (due it sedating the CNS).
Amino Acids
5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) alleviates Anxiety.
Anxiety can be caused by Histidine imbalances.
Phenylalanine alleviates some cases of Anxiety.
Taurine alleviates Anxiety (by sedating the Central Nervous System).
Theanine is useful for the treatment of Anxiety (due to its ability to stimulate the generation of (relaxing) Alpha Waves in the Brain).
Threonine alleviates Anxiety.
Tryptophan alleviates Anxiety.
Tyrosine alleviates Anxiety.
Animal-Derived Supplements
Stabilium alleviates Anxiety - the effect of Stabilium is described as being mild. long-term and subjectively subtle (compared to the powerful but short-term effects of Benzodiazepines).
Enzymes
Pyruvate Dehydrogenase helps to prevent Anxiety (by inhibiting the conversion of Pyruvic Acid to Lactic Acid).
Hormones
Supplemental Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) alleviates Anxiety.
Supplemental Melatonin often alleviates Anxiety (due to its ability to bind to Benzodiazepine Receptors).
Supplemental Pregnenolone may be useful for the treatment of Anxiety.
Lipids
Phosphatidylserine may alleviate Anxiety.
Minerals
Anxiety can occur as a result of Iron deficiency.
Anxiety patients are often deficient in Magnesium and supplemental Magnesium (400 - 900 mg per day) alleviates some cases of Anxiety.
Anxiety can occur as a result of Potassium deficiency.
Anxiety can occur as a result of Selenium deficiency and supplemental Selenium reduces Anxiety in such patients.
Neurotransmitters
Gamma Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) prevents Anxiety messages from reaching the motor centers of the Brain by filling the Benzodiazepine Receptors within the Brain - Vitamin B3 and Inositol are essential cofactors for this process.
Low levels of Histamine can cause Anxiety.
Anxiety can occur as a result of insufficient production of Serotonin.
Polyphenols
Apigenin alleviates Anxiety (by binding to and activating Benzodiazepine Receptors).
Chrysin binds to and activates Benzodiazepine Receptors - this activation of Benzodiazepine Receptors helps to alleviate Anxiety.
Ferulic Acid alleviates Anxiety.
Gamma Oryzanol alleviates Anxiety.
Smart Drugs
Centrophenoxine alleviates Anxiety.
Dilantin reduces Anxiety.
Dimethylaminoethanol (DMAE) alleviates Anxiety.
Gamma-Hydroxybutyric Acid (GHB) alleviates Anxiety (by enhancing the function of Gamma Aminobutyric Acid).
Gerovital (GH-3) alleviates Anxiety (especially in the elderly).
Nimodipine alleviates Anxiety.
Ondansetron alleviates Anxiety (by antagonizing the 5-HT3 Receptors within the Brain, facilitating the release of Acetylcholine and preventing excessive Serotonin activity).
Oxiracetam alleviates Anxiety.
Picamilon alleviates Anxiety (without producing sedation).
Piracetam alleviates Anxiety.
Pramiracetam alleviates Anxiety in Alzheimer’s Disease patients.
Pyroglutamate alleviates Anxiety.
Vinpocetine alleviates some cases of Anxiety (where Anxiety is caused by Cerebral Insufficiency).
Zatosetron alleviates Anxiety (by antagonizing the 5-HT3 Receptors within the Brain, facilitating the release of Acetylcholine and preventing excessive Serotonin activity).
Sulfuric Compounds
Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) (3,000 - 9,000 mg per day) alleviates Anxiety.
Vitamins
Folic Acid (especially when administered concurrently with Vitamin B12) alleviates Anxiety.
Inositol alleviates Anxiety (by enhancing the ability of GABA to bind to the Benzodiazepine Receptors in the Brain).
Vitamin B1 alleviates many cases of Anxiety (by activating the Pyruvate Dehydrogenase enzyme, thereby inhibiting the conversion of Pyruvic Acid to Lactic Acid - Lactic Acid is an underlying cause of Anxiety).
The Niacinamide form of Vitamin B3 (1,000 - 6,000 mg per day) alleviates Anxiety (by enhancing the ability of GABA to bind to the Benzodiazepine Receptors within the Brain).
Vitamin B6 alleviates Anxiety.
Vitamin B12 (administered concurrently with Folic Acid) alleviates Anxiety.
Anxiety increases the body's requirements for Vitamin C.
These Foods/Herbs Alleviate Anxiety
Aromatic Oils
Neroli Oil (vapors inhaled via Aromatherapy) alleviates Anxiety.
Fungi (Mushrooms)
Reishi Mushrooms alleviate Anxiety.
Herbs
Ashwagandha alleviates Anxiety.
Black Cohosh reputedly alleviates some cases of Anxiety (according to folklore).
Brahmi alleviates Anxiety.
Chamomile alleviates some cases of Anxiety (by sedating the Central Nervous System).
Damiana reputedly alleviates Anxiety where Anxiety stems from sexual factors (according to folklore).
Ginkgo biloba alleviates some cases of Anxiety (especially when Anxiety is caused by Cerebral Insufficiency).
Gotu Kola alleviates Anxiety.
Green Tea is useful for the treatment of Anxiety (due to the Theanine content of Green Tea stimulating the generation of (relaxing) Alpha Waves in the Brain).
Hops alleviate Anxiety by sedating the Central Nervous System (primarily due to the Dimethylvinylcarbinol content of Hops).
Kava Kava (300 mg per day) alleviates Anxiety (primarily due to the Pyrones content of Kava Kava).
Passion Flower alleviates Anxiety (primarily due to the Bioflavonoids and Harmala Alkaloids of Passion Flower sedating the Central Nervous System).
Saint John's Wort potently alleviates Anxiety.
Valerian alleviates Anxiety.
Zizyphus alleviates Anxiety.
Other Factors that Alleviate Anxiety
Exercise
Moderate to intense Exercise reduces Anxiety:
- Aerobic Exercise reduces Anxiety. research
- Exercise reduces Anxiety where Anxiety is caused by excessive consumption of Caffeine.
These Substances Cause/Exacerbate Anxiety
Aldehydes
Acetaldehyde can cause Anxiety.
Alkaloids
Anxiety can occur as a result of Caffeine withdrawal or from excessive consumption of Caffeine (caffeinism).
Excessive consumption of Ephedrine causes Anxiety by causing excessive stimulation of the Central Nervous System (CNS).
Anxiety can occur as a result of Nicotine (i.e. Tobacco Smoking) withdrawal.
Excessive dosages of Yohimbine can cause Anxiety in some persons.
Amino Acids
Excessive consumption of Aspartic Acid can cause Anxiety (by causing over-stimulation of the N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) Receptors in the Brain.
Excessive consumption of Glutamic Acid can cause Anxiety (by causing over-stimulation of the N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) Receptors in the Brain.
Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) can cause Anxiety (by causing over-stimulation of the N-Methyl-D-Aspartate (NMDA) Receptors in the Brain.
Excessive dosages (more than 1,500 - 2,400 mg per day) of Phenylalanine supplements can cause Anxiety.
Tyramine can cause Anxiety (by overstimulating the Adrenal Glands and depleting reserves of Norepinephrine).
Environmental Toxins
Amalgam Dental Fillings can cause Anxiety (due to the Mercury component of Amalgam Dental Fillings).
- Epidemiological evidence indicates that young people with Mercury-containing Amalgam Dental Fillings have a greater incidence of Anxiety compared to young people with no Amalgam Dental Fillings.
Food Additives
Aspartame can cause Anxiety (primarily due to its Methanol content).
Hormones
Excessive production of Adrenaline within the body causes unpleasant over-stimulation that manifests as Anxiety.
Excessive production of Cholecystokinin (CCK) can cause Anxiety.
Minerals
Cadmium can cause Anxiety.
Excessive consumption of Copper can cause Anxiety.
Exposure to Mercury can cause Anxiety.
Organic Acids
The accumulation or production of excessive amounts of endogenous Lactic Acid (produced within the body during metabolism) can cause Anxiety.
Pharmaceutical Drugs
Long-term usage of Barbiturates causes Anxiety.
Anxiety can occur as a result of the Withdrawal Syndrome associated with cessation of Benzodiazepines use (despite the fact that Benzodiazepines are usually initially used to treat Anxiety).
Bupropion causes Anxiety in some persons.
Anxiety is a common side effect of Clomiphene (a Fertility Drug).
Anxiety can occur as a result of cessation of usage of Minor Tranquilizers.
Prozac therapy can cause Anxiety (due to the increased levels of Serotonin associated with Prozac).
Recreational Drugs
Although Alcohol (ethanol) temporarily alleviates Anxiety (by binding to the Benzodiazepine Receptors in the Brain), long-term or excessive consumption of Alcohol causes Anxiety (by damaging the Benzodiazepine Receptors within the Brain) - Alcoholics usually experience Anxiety as a result of Alcohol withdrawal.
LSD can cause extreme (but temporary) Anxiety.
High doses of Marijuana can cause (temporary) Anxiety.
Mescaline (in the dosages normally used by Psychedelic Drug users) causes Anxiety.
These Beverages/Herbs can Cause Anxiety
Caffeine-Containing Beverages
Anxiety can occur as a result of withdrawal from drinking Coffee (this is due to Caffeine withdrawal).
Herbs
Excessive consumption of Ephedra can cause Anxiety (this occurs from the Ephedrine component of Ephedra causing excessive stimulation of the Central Nervous System).
These Ailments can Cause Anxiety
Digestive System
Anxiety can occur as a result of over-proliferation of Candida albicans.
Metabolism
Anxiety is one of the minor symptoms of Fibromyalgia - 62% of Fibromyalgia patients experience Anxiety, Irritability and overconcern without any specific precipitating events causing these feelings.
Anxiety can occur as a result of Hypoglycemia.
Anxiety can occur as a result of Hypothyroidism.
Nervous System
Anxiety can occur as a result of Adrenal Insufficiency.
Anxiety can be caused by Cerebral Insufficiency (impaired Blood Circulation to the Brain).
Over stimulation of the N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) Receptors in the Brain can cause Anxiety.
Nutritional Ailments
Anxiety is a symptom of Pellagra.
Sexual System
Anxiety can occur as a result of the Male Menopause. research
Anxiety can occur as a result of the PMS-A (Anxiety) form of Pre-Menstrual Syndrome (PMS).
Anxiety can Cause these Ailments
Cardiovascular System
Anxiety increases the risk of Hypertension.
Digestive System
Diarrhea can be caused by Anxiety.
Constant Anxiety may increase the risk of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
Excretory System
Anxiety is a common cause of Male Urinary Hesitancy in otherwise healthy men.
Immune System
Anxiety causes suppression of the Immune System.
Skin
Anxiety reduces Sexual Desire.
Slow healing of Wounds can occur as a result of Anxiety (due to Immune System suppression that occurs in conjunction with Anxiety).
Types of Anxiety Disorders
General Anxiety Disorder (also known as Generalized Anxiety Disorder or Generalized Anxiety Disorder) involves chronic, repeated episodes of Anxiety reactions. It is a psychological disorder in which Anxiety or morbid Fear and dread accompanied by autonomic changes are prominent features.
Phobic Disorder involves Irrational, persistent, exaggerated fear of a specific situation or object, combined with a compelling requirement to avoid the dreaded stimulus.
Panic Disorder (also known as Panic Attacks) involves severe attacks of overwhelming Anxiety.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) involves recurrent thoughts, feelings or actions that are unpleasant and which provoke Anxiety.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a condition resulting from major trauma such as rape, childhood abuse or wartime experiences, and including the re-experiencing of the trauma and emotional numbing.
Suggested Products
| Product |
Dosage |
Comments |
| Allay™ - 90 Caps |
1 capsule 3 times per day |
Natural nutrients shown to relieve symptoms of stress and anxiety, including chest pains and tightness, neck and back tension, and insomnia. Over time may improve and increase overall adaptation to stress and anxiety. |
| Kava Kava Extract, 200 mg - 90 Caps |
2-4 caps per day |
Relieves anxiety and may have muscle-relaxing effect. |
| Valerian Extract, 200 mg - 60 Caps |
1-2 capsules before bedtime |
Relieves anxiety and may have muscle-relaxing effect. |
| Lithium Orotate - 120 Caps |
1 capsule 2 times per day with meals |
The most common element used for stabilizing mood swings, mania and depression |
| Positrol™ - 90 Caps |
1-3 caps/day, taken at bedtime or late afternoon on empty stomach |
Helps regulate innate circadian rhythm balance and maintain control of homeostasis while promoting synthesis of indoleamines for deep, restful sleep. |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide), 500 mg 180 Caps |
500-1500 mg per day |
Nerve calming effect. |
| Melatonin 750 mcg 120 Caps |
1-3 mg at bedtime |
The "anti-stress"" hormone |
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