Hops for Sleep and Anxiety Hops (Humulus lupulus) is a member of the Cannabaceae family that has been used in traditional European medicine as a mild sedative for the treatment of anxiety, nervousness, and insomnia. In one study of hops and insomnia, scientists determined that the compounds ethanolic and CO2 extracts in the hops increased […]
Caffeine and Mental Health
In recent years, there has been a lot of research into the effects of caffeine on mental health. According to these studies, it appears that some caffeine may be helpful for certain conditions, but may aggravate others. Research regarding the effects of caffeine in depression has been mixed. Some studies have found that caffeine can […]
Caffeine, Sleep Disorders, and Anxiety
In recent years, there has been a lot of research into the effects of caffeine on mental health. According to these studies, it appears that some caffeine may be helpful for certain conditions, but may aggravate others. It should come as no surprise that caffeine has been associated with anxiety. Caffeine is believed to induce […]
Nutritional Therapy and Anxiety
Anxiety causes stress that depletes the body of its stores of nutrients. Our diet can compound the problem and actually increase anxiety. Certain foods and substances tend to create additional stress and anxiety, while others promote a calmer and steadier mood. Some natural substances have a direct calming effect and others are known to have […]