Whats your most trusted herb for panic attacks?? - Panic Disorders Message Board

howie · 08-04-2003, 12:07 AM

Hello everybody. Im a 20 yr old male who lifts weights, does intense cardio, and usually keeps a healthy diet. My Doctor says im as healthy as one can be.
I in the other hand dont think this is true. Ive been getting intense panic attacks lately, which lasts only for a short duration, maybe sec. to a min. But these attacks are uncontrollable, intense, and comes anytime. I freak out bad, my heart races, and i could barely look anyone in the eye when it happens.

It happens when I take my blood pressure, fall in line at the bank, or knowing I have to talk in front of a crowd. This too me isnt normal, because I never used to feel this way, ever.
Anybody know of any herb or rememdy I could take during this frightful experience, or anything I could take to stop this from happening. Any suggestions will help greatly... thank-you

AngelWolfe · 08-04-2003, 11:16 AM

Hi Howie,

I have read that some people have had success with Rescue Remedy, which is a mixture of Bach Flower Essence. If you search for Rescue Remedy online, you will find it. Its a tiny bottle with a dropper. You can put it on your tongue, or in water. A lot of people use it for distressed pets, as well, in fact, I give it to my cat when they have to go to the vet.

Angel

Jennita · 08-04-2003, 11:34 AM

Some bodybuilding/diet supplements contain energizing herbs/caffiene/natural steroids etc. Are you taking anything like that? I have heard some such products can cause nervousness and sleeplessness.

Are you allowing adequate rest between workouts(no over-training?). If your doc has given you a physical and you are fine, I wouldn't worry so much.