What are the best anti-stress plants?

Stress, anxiety, irritability and nervousness are ailments that affect the daily and professional lives of many people. They can have a long-term effect on physical health, in fact, the immune system weakens and the body becomes more vulnerable to infections and diseases.

Stress affects adults of all ages, but also children. Common physical symptoms include migraines, nervous sleep and eating disorders, dizziness, nausea, muscle spasms, and unusual fatigue.

To deal with these conditions, there are natural solutions based on relaxing and adaptogenic plants, avoiding the use of chemical drugs (antidepressants, anxiolytics, psychotropic drugs, etc.) that can cause harmful effects on health. This is called phytotherapy, which is a natural medicine based on the use of medicinal plants.

Choosing to treat yourself naturally brings many benefits to relax the body, modulate anxiety and thus improve the body's resistance to stress.

A plant is easy to find (in the form of herbal tea/infusion for example) and does not require a medical prescription.

Some health-conscious individuals, fans of natural and organic products, prefer to treat their ailments with plants rather than with modern medication.

It should be noted that the World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes herbal medicine as a conventional medicine.

Here are the best effective anti-stress plants to favor in your daily life:

 

• Nicknamed "the golden root", rhodiola is one of the most widely used plants in herbal medicine. Very effective, it has virtues for fighting stress and anxiety, in particular thanks to its antioxidants which protect the nervous system and help to relax. Described as an " adaptogen ", this plant is a real natural remedy for people wishing to regain serenity following physical or mental overwork.

• Hawthorn is also a plant composed of soothing active ingredients, belonging to the Rosaceae family. Its flavonoids and procyanidins help reduce nervousness and its associated physical manifestations (muscle tension, heart palpitations, mild sleep disorders, etc.).

• Passionflower , meaning in Latin "the flower embodying passion", is a plant that helps soothe the body and mind, counteract agitation and calm the nerves . It also has recognized effects to relieve anxiety, reduce the time to fall asleep, improve the quality of sleep and promote relaxation. In addition, it has the advantage of not causing addiction.

Like passionflower, valerian and lemon balm are anti-stress plants that help you fall asleep quickly.

• Recommended to combat mood disorders and temporary depression, St. John's wort is a plant with many benefits that acts as a natural antidepressant. It contains hypericin, hyperforin and flavonoids that act on the brain's neurotransmitters to regulate mood, attention and emotions.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has recognized St. John's wort as a treatment for anxiety and mild to moderate depression.

Other plants such as ginseng have virtues to regulate the immune response and hormonal changes due to stress, and prevent physiological diseases.

Bach flowers also have interesting properties for dealing with both temporary and chronic stress. There are seven of them and they have the advantage of not presenting any risk of overdose.

Among these flowers, there is agrimony , wild apple and oak which have an effect on emotionality. Verbena and horse chestnut promote decompression and tranquility. Finally, Scots pine allows for guilt-freeness, and impatient treats irritability.

Hemp also contains a molecule that provides valuable assistance in stress management: CBD . Increasingly consumed, cannabidiol is now popular with many people around the world.

On the other hand, using an essential oil (lavender, chamomile or marjoram) is an effective action to soothe the nervous system and thus fight against stress and anxiety.

Natural food supplements to combat stress and facilitate relaxation 

To effectively combat nervousness and its consequences, there are natural and organic herbal food supplements in the form of capsules, capsules or gummies. They are a valuable asset for the body and do not cause side effects. Their benefits help maintain or improve your health capital for better well-being on a daily basis.

The “No Stress” gummies from the Délicure brand, composed of calming plants (gaba, holy basil, rhodiola, saffron) and vitamin B6, have the particularity of relieving anxiety disorders.

They act as a natural anti-stress and promote mental and physical well-being. When faced with a stressful situation, simply crunch on two gummies with a delicious peach flavor.

Délicure also offers a range called "Sleep" composed of certain plants (linden flower, passion flower, poppy), vitamins B5 and B6 as well as melatonin. To find sleep more easily and help the body relax, it is recommended to take two apple-flavored gummies about thirty minutes before going to sleep.

Herbal therapy is affordable for everyone and represents an alternative solution to chemical medications. To choose the plant adapted to your needs (stress, irritability, sleep, etc.) and to know how to take full advantage of its benefits, you must take the time to learn about herbal medicine.

In addition to these products, it is obviously important to have a healthy and balanced diet, drink enough water, do regular sports activity and take care of your sleep (sleep a sufficient number of hours). It is necessary to consult your doctor if stress and anxiety become uncontrollable.

There are other natural techniques and tips available to everyone to manage stress, live more peacefully and regain control of yourself, such as meditation, practicing deep breathing techniques or learning to manage your emotions while maintaining a "positive attitude".