Anxiety disorders, depression, sleep disturbances are becoming more and more common problems. Of course, special soothing pills can be used to combat them, but you can try more gentle remedies. For example, soothing teas.
Herbal teas
With the help of soothing teas, you can not only cope with various nervous disorders, but also improve the general condition of the body, in particular, normalize the work of the cardiovascular system.
Soothing teas are made from herbs and various plants that have a sedative effect. You can buy a ready-made collection at a pharmacy or choose a combination, focusing on your own taste and the effect you want to achieve.
Many people dislike the taste of a herbal drink, in which case you can use green tea as a base, adding soothing herbs to it when brewing. Almost any type of green tea can be used as such a base tea, since they contain a huge amount of flavonoids and antioxidants that help the body overcome depression and stress. It should be noted that bergamot, lime and jasmine also have a calming effect, while not affecting perception and increasing the level of performance.
Soothing tea composition
Valerian is one of the most famous soothing plants. Teas with the addition of valerian roots normalize heart rate and blood pressure, providing a wonderful relaxing effect.
Motherwort has not only antidepressant and sedative effects, but can also act as an antispasmodic. The leaves of this plant are usually added to tea.
St. John's wort has a complex, mild effect on the body. It relieves anxiety, feelings of fear, significantly increases resistance to stress and depression. St. John's wort flowers collected in the first half of summer are used to prepare a soothing tea.
Chamomile is another common ingredient in soothing teas. It puts nerves in order, relieves anxiety, and is also a wonderful anti-inflammatory agent.
Mint teas are widespread. This plant is a natural antidepressant, improves sleep and increases the body's resistance to a variety of stresses.
Hop has an anticonvulsant effect, relieves aching pains in the stomach and heart, which often occur during nervous overstrain. It is best brewed with green tea, as hops have a rather pronounced and specific flavor.
Soothing teas are best drunk in small courses of two or three weeks, which makes them more effective. It is very important to observe the correct dosage so as not to harm the body. Keep in mind that most calming plants, in too large doses, can cause drowsiness and negatively affect memory and attention. If you are sensitive to these drugs, be sure to reduce the dosage.
