Herbal Actions

Anxiolytic

Reduces anxiety

Anxiolytics reduce anxiety and nervous tension, easing a racing mind and the physical tension that travels with it. Herbal anxiolytics range from gentle daytime calmers to stronger, more sedating relaxants.

Anxiolytic is a sub-action of Nervine. Where nervine supports and calms the nervous system, anxiolytic is its narrower, more targeted form.

Indications:

  • Avena sativa (green)
  • Bacopa
  • California poppy
  • Hypericum perforatum
  • Lavandula officinalis
  • Passiflora incarnata
  • Piper methysticum
  • Piscidia erythrina
  • Valeriana officinalis
  • Zizyphus spinosa

Herbs with a anxiolytic action (20)