27 March 2014,
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So you’ve made the plunge into settling down with your spouse, buying a house and starting a family. Although weddings are typically joyous occasions, there is a certain amount of stress and anxiety that comes with them. Now, of course, there are many ways you can deal with anxiety, whether it is through recreational use, or prescription drugs. However, did you know there are many different herbal remedies that will help out with the anxiety?

 

L-theanine

L-theanine is an amino acid that can be found in green tea. Recent studies have shown that those whom drank a glass of green tea showed signs of reduced heart rates and blood pressure, which, in turn, reduces the affects of anxiety. So, if you find yourself overwhelmed with anxiety searching for that perfect flower girl dress, pour yourself a glass of green tea, calm your nerves and get back to the search.

 

Chamomile

Chamomile is another great natural herb that has calming effects on the brain like that of L-theanine. In fact, there are some compounds contained within Chamomile which provides the brain with similar sensations that accompany the use of Valium. One of the great things about Chamomile is it can be taken as a substance, or, enjoyed in a nice cup of tea. Studies taken on patients experiencing anxiety disorder, at the University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, in Philadelphia, showed that those who had taken Chamomile supplements for 8 weeks experienced impressive decreases with their anxiety symptoms.

 

Hops

Although this ingredient is most known for the role it plays in beer, the same effects are not presented through hops while sipping on a bottle of ale. Hops actually provides a sedative compound which can be extracted into volatile oils and tinctures. If you find yourself up throughout the majority of the night, stressing about certain details in the wedding, a bit of hops will actually promote sleep. Although it is not often seen in teas, a bit of hops can be added to Chamomile or Mint teas and enjoyed for its sleep benefits.

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