Anxiety is a common thing. In fact, it is good to a certain extent. It becomes dangerous only when out of control. Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is one such condition. Those suffering from the condition worry about everything they come across; even common things. For instance, a GAD patient may keep on worrying about her financial condition many times a day. It may prolong for months. This may happen even when there is no reason to feel anxious. At times, the person knows that there is no reason to feel tensed. Still, she keeps on worrying. It may even happen that the person will simply keep on worrying for unknown reasons. The person may feel that something bad is about to happen.

This excessive or uncontrolled worry causes great havoc in life. It will affect relationship and will have a negative impact on one’s professional life.

Symptoms

Someone suffering from GAD worries about the same things that an average person feels anxious about like relationship, finances etc. But GAD sufferer’s concerns last long. Even when the trouble is over, the person keeps on worrying. At times, the worry may not have any connection with the reality. The sad thing is that the person herself knows that her worry is overblown. Still, the patient will feel ashamed to address the concern.

According to the experts, GAD symptoms appear mostly during childhood and in the middle ages.  However, they may come any time. In certain instances, GAD may happen because of health issues or the traumatic experiences in life like a divorce.

Those suffering from generalized Anxiety Disorder are always anxious for one or the other reason. But stress often aggravates the condition.

What makes GAD troublesome is that it lasts long, up to six months. It affects every aspect of a person’s life. Muscle pain, fatigue, headache and nausea are some of the symptoms that accompany GAD.

Ayurvedic remedies

Treatment of anxiety disorder involves a combination of medicines and cognitive therapy. And in Ayurveda, it constitutes oil massages, herbal pastes, capsules and techniques to relax. Getting bio-feedbacks may help relax muscle tensions.

Here are some home remedies that may help ease the symptoms.

1. Orange juice, honey and nutmeg powder

Add one tablespoon of honey in a glass of orange juice. Add one tablespoon of nutmeg powder into it. Drink the solution every day.

2. Stay warm

According to Ayurveda, cold aggravates Vada and warmth pacifies it. You can have milk with honey and saffron before going to bed. Keeping a warm bottle of water too will help a lot. Have a warm shower.

3. Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha is an herb renowned for its ability to protect your nervous system and decrease anxiety. It may even slow ageing, say experts.

4. Green tea

Green tea is rich in L-Theanine, an amino acid known to relieve anxiety and refresh one’s mint. Medical science too attests to this observation. Buddhists say that green tea is the secret for their ability to meditate for hours.

Tips to remember

Home remedies do help a lot when it comes to relieving your anxiety. But remembering the following things will add up to your efforts here.

1. Know that you are normal

Forget your clinical diagnosis. When you feel stressed, remember that you are normal. There is nothing weird or bad in your personality. Everyone gets anxious at times. The same thing is happening to you.

2. Have a workout routine

Exercise is a must to stay fit; there is no doubt to it. But the information that it will improve mood may appear surprising. When you exercise, your body releases hormones that are responsible for improving mood. Studies show that they are as powerful as conventional medications.

You don’t have to go for go for high-impact exercises all the time. Walking for a few miles every day itself is more than enough to help you.

You should also let your friend support you during an anxiety episode. Share your feelings to your best friend or someone you feel will understand you. It will go a long way in relieving your anxiety.