No. 41 Calm

How to treat anxiety naturally

Magnesium Glycinate

Magnesium glycinate is the most recommended type of magnesium for anxiety relief. It's bound to the amino acid glycine, which is found in protein-rich foods like dairy, fish, and meat. Glycine can help with sleep, inflammation, and metabolic disorders, and magnesium glycinate is well-absorbed and may help reduce stress levels.

Magnesium Malate

A study published in Nutrients emphasizes that magnesium has a calming effect on the nervous system by enhancing GABA activity, which is crucial for relaxation and anxiety reduction. Magnesium plays a role in moderating the HPA (hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal) axis, which is the body’s primary stress response system. A meta-analysis published in Biological Psychiatry indicates that individuals with higher magnesium intake tend to have lower levels of anxiety and depressive symptoms, partly due to magnesium's impact on cortisol regulation and stress-related neural pathways.

L-Theanine

Research shows that L-theanine supplements can elevate your levels of GABA, dopamine and serotonin, which promotes relaxation and reduces anxiety levels.

GABA

Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is a major inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system and plays a key role in managing anxiety. By inhibiting excessive neuronal firing, GABA helps promote relaxation, reduce stress responses, and maintain a sense of calm.

Chamomile

Most studies showed that daily consumption of chamomile is effective in improving anxiety and no threatening or adverse side effects were reported. In patients diagnosed with anxiety disorder, most studies reported that they observed significant improvements regarding anxiety symptoms.

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