Vive Health

Vive Health
36 Riding Rd, Hawthorne, 4171, Queensland, Australia
Ph: (07) 3399 1002
Email: contact@vivehealth.com.au


URL: http://www.vivehealth.com.au/Anxiety/


Anxiety

By: Linda Brown.

Anxiety– treating mood blocks to Happiness

Happiness is a combination of pleasure, fulfillment and meaning; and distinctly: freedom from anxiety and depression. 

Up to 1 in 3 of us will experience a mood disorder at least once during our lives: anxiety affecting around 25% of us.  For many, anxiety is short-lived and easily overcome, for others it is a challenge that requires long-term treatment to be able to move through daily life.

It is generally accepted that anxiety is mediated by an imbalance of chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters), such as serotonin, dopamine, endorphins, acetylcholine and GABA. Orthodox treatment of anxiety is generally aimed at modulating (changing and balancing) these pathways.

Various factors, both physical and emotional – cause these imbalances, including:

Most people experience a combination of these factors. The best recommendation is to consult a practitioner who can identify the individual contributing factors so that you can apply accurate solutions. 

However, it may be helpful to try basic self-support.

  1. Eat enough protein. Aim for a palm size of protein at each meal (meat, fish, fowl, legumes, tofu or eggs), or supplement with a protein shake.
  2. Eat low glycaemic carbohydrates, such as sweet potato, basmati rice, apples and wholegrain breads and crackers. Small amounts with 1-2 meals per day can help to release serotonin and keep blood sugar balanced.
  3. Cut out sugar, caffeine, alcohol, and other drugs that are not prescribed by a medical doctor. Some people require a supported withdrawal process.
  4. Hydrate – with water and herbal teas. Ditch the stimulants and sugar.
  5. Exercise regularly – every day is ideal.
  6. Take omega 3 fish oil (if not allergic). This is required for nerve structures and neurotransmitter balance, and almost everyone requires supplementation for optimal neural function and mood.
  7. Counselling.  Talking not only helps you to vent confidentially, but it is an opportunity to identify issues and gain skills to resolve them. You can improve your coping skills for example with cognitive behavioural therapy, through a counsellor or with a good guide like Change Your Thinking, by Sarah Engelmann.
  8. Consult your complementary practitioner for evidence based solutions such as:

If the feelings run deeper, they may be linked to trauma and loss, which can shape our conditioned patterns and core beliefs (schemas) about the world. Addressing core beliefs helps to remove the emotional reactivity in trigger situations, and can have a longer and more permanent affect in relieving anxiety.

Updates - 24 October 2014

Menary, K et al (2011), ‘The prevalence and clinical implications of self-medication among individuals with anxiety disorders’,   Journal of Anxiety Disorders, Volume 25, Issue 3, pp: 335-339.

Those with high levels of anxiety are more likely to self-medicate with alcohol, which can lead to dependence. If you feel like your drinking or your anxiety is a problem, contact a Health Professional for help.

 

Vive Health Naturopaths recommend the following products for Anxiety:

Products Suggested Dosage
1. Herbs of Gold Extra Strength St John’s Wort 3600 (30Tabs, 60Tabs) 2 tabs 1 - 2 times daily.
2. Bach Rescue Remedy (10ml, 20ml) 7 drops in water or under tongue (as required).
3. Herbs of Gold Muscle  Resuscitation (150g, 300g) 1 tsp x 2 daily after meals.
4. Brauer Nervatona Calm 10mls  2 - 3 times daily 1/2 hr away from food and toothpaste.  No coffee to be drunk whilst taking this product.
6. Magnesium Soak 1 - 1.5 cups for each bath 2 - 3 times per week.
7. Eco. Aroma Ylang Ylang Pure Essential Oil (10ml) Added to massage oil or oil burner.
8. Riddells Creek Relaxing Massage Oil (200mls) Massage twice weekly.

NOTE: Consideration should always be given to individual requirements. Please consider seeing a qualified practitioner before commencing a new treatment protocol or when combining supplements with pharmaceutical medication.


  SKU Product Our price
9413000039375 Arepa The Brain Powder $89.90
inc. GST 10%
5000488202038 Bach Rescue Remedy $33.70
inc. GST 10%
9316120001188 Brauer Calm Oral Spray $22.95
inc. GST 10%
9316120109051 Brauer Calm Tablets $22.95
inc. GST 10%
9317222000239 Epzen Magnesium Epsom Salts Pure $13.80
inc. GST 10%
9317222000260 Epzen Magnesium Epsom Salts Sleep $14.95
inc. GST 10%
93115771009710 Ethical Nutrients Extra C Zingles $24.95
inc. GST 10%
680248006516 Fusion Calcium Advanced $46.95
inc. GST 10%
680248000736 Fusion Immunity & Stress $23.75
inc. GST 10%
680248021106 Fusion Magnesium Advanced $32.95
inc. GST 10%
680248080509 Fusion Stress and Anxiety $31.95
inc. GST 10%
9327808005008 Healthwise L-Theanine $72.30
inc. GST 10%
9327808004490 Healthwise L-Tryptophan $69.95
inc. GST 10%
93467100007116 Herbs of Gold Activated Sublingual B12 $32.50
inc. GST 10%
9313923063085 Herbs of Gold B Complete Sustained Release $36.95
inc. GST 10%
9346710000277 Herbs of Gold Magnesium Night Plus $46.45
inc. GST 10%