Herbs or vitamins for stress, anxiety, or depression?

Question

I've taken St. John's Wort in the past. I was wondering if there were any other supplements without side effects that may help?

Answer 1

Some suggestions:
Valerian Root Complex-Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) is a perennial plant with dark green pointed leaves and small white, light pink and purple flowers. Its root has traditionally been used for centuries as a sleep aid and for relief from nervousness, restlessness and stress-related

Passion Flower Capsules-Passion flower (Passiflora incarnata) is a perennial climbing vine, native to southeastern North America, featuring white flowers with crown-like rings of pink, red or purple around their head edges.

Traditionally, passion flower has been used to promote restful sleep and to provide calming benefits on both an emotional and physiological level. It may also help ease muscle tension related to digestion and women's monthly cycles.

Natrol SAF Stress & Anxiety Formula-A combination of a variety of supplements that include: Vitamin C (as Calcium Ascorbate), Thiamine (Vitamin B-1, Riboflavin (Vitamin B2),
Niacin, Vitamin B-6, and many more natural ingredients. Provides key nutrients to help support mental focus and relaxation. Together with the proper rest and nutrition. NATROL SAF can help you combat the effects of daily stress.

Answer 2

Before i answer this I must say that if you are on any type of prescription drug then you need to check with your doctor or the pharmacist before trying anyone's suggestion here on yahoo answers. Natural herbs can and do interact with many different types of medications. Also, please know that many people think that since herbs are natural that you can't overdose, have allergic reactions or have adverse effects and that is 100% NOT TRUE, with that said..... B vitamins and folic acid help with mood and stress and there are several types of herbs that help with depression such as St. johns wort, however, st. johns wort is an example of a herb that you absolutely cannot take with SSRI drugs for depression such as paxil, effexor and several other antidepressants in that category. It increases serotonin levels too high and you can actually have a reaction known as serotonin syndrome which can be deadly. And so, B vitamins, folic acid and if your not on certain medications you may consider st. johns wort. just be sure to verify safety with a pharmacist (NOT the person at the health food store) to make sure you make a safe choice. My best to you.

Answer 3

Fish Oil and camomile
also, exersize helps fight off cortisol, the stress hormone.

Answer 4

You have two good answers here, I can't do any better, sorry.