Natural Remedies for Anxiety: A Holistic Approach
Episode Overview
Understand individual symptoms to address root causes of anxiety. Explore emerging treatments like TMS and ketamine for anxiety. Improve gut health through diet, supplements, and probiotics. Intermittent fasting can enhance mood and reduce anxiety. Building a consistent sleep routine is vital for mental health.
"When people have been feeling vulnerable, stressed, or threatened for too long, the sympathetic nervous system becomes dominant."
How do individuals turn their lives around after anxiety takes hold? In this episode, Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes shares a treasure trove of natural remedies to tackle anxiety without relying on medication. The episode kicks off with a deep dive into understanding anxiety symptoms and their roots, exploring the sympathetic stress response and its impact on the mind and body. Dr. Snipes challenges the traditional one-size-fits-all treatment model, highlighting the importance of addressing individual symptoms and underlying causes.
Listeners are taken on a journey through emerging treatments such as transcranial magnetic stimulation and ketamine, while also exploring the gut-brain axis's role in mood regulation. The episode offers practical advice on improving gut health through diet, supplements, and probiotics, alongside the benefits of intermittent fasting for mood and anxiety management. Sleep emerges as a crucial yet often overlooked intervention, with Dr. Snipes providing tips on building a better sleep routine.
With a sprinkle of humour and a dash of science, this episode equips listeners with holistic strategies to reclaim control over their anxiety. Whether you're a counsellor seeking fresh insights or someone looking to enhance your mental well-being, this episode is a must-listen. Are you ready to explore new ways to beat anxiety naturally?