5 Herbs to help you beat stress

Everybody has stress in their life. It’s inevitable, and it happens to the best of us. In this post you will learn about the top 5 herbs to help you beat stress. Stress can be a good thing, if you know how to manage it properly. The key is learning about what causes your stress so that you can develop ways of coping with them before they get out of hand. For some people,  cooking helps them relax because they are able to focus on their work while producing something delicious for themselves or others; for other people, running or gardening might do the trick. Some turn to alcohol or drugs, but those things only lead you down the wrong path. I’m going to share with you some herbs that help relieve stress and make your day-to-day feel better.

1. Basil If you’re feeling overwhelmed, try basil. It can help relieve stress through either being a tea or by using it as aroma therapy! It’s not just a flavor herb.
2. Chamomile The first step in reducing your stress level? Find out which types of chamomile are best for you! The following information can help: Chamomillea Matricaria, also called German or Hungarian chamoopmills made from the flowers and leaves of this plant have been used as a medicinal herb since antiquity to treat many ailments including anxiety, constipation, insomnia. The University of Maryland School of Medicine found that Chamomile can be used as a natural way to reduce anxiety and promote sleep. It is also known for its versatility when it comes to flavoring, which adds an extra dimension in cooking! Camomile just needs some boiling water! Chamomile tea can help you find tranquility in any situation because it has calming effects. Just boil hot water, pour over the chamomiles leaves, close with lid or cover pot tightly for about 10 minutes (or until desired strength). Strain out the flowers from liquid by pouring through strainer into cups or bottles waiting on countertop – voila!
3. Lavender is a natural stress reducer that you can use by brewing it into tea, or using as an
   

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   aroma therapy. Lavender is the perfect way to beat those pesky days when your head feels like its spinning and everything seems insurmountable. You just need one ingredient: Lavender! Whether you brew up some of this aromatic herb for tea (use the flowers and leaves), put on a lavendar scented diffuser in your home while studying (or working), or take deep breaths from fresh flowers-lavander will be there with all her soothing aromas no matter what life throws at ya

4. Lemon balm is a great way to beat stress if you’re in need of it! If you feel the breeze whip through your hair while sipping on this tea, or enjoy simply smelling it for some peace of mind- we’ve got amazing news. You know, if your work life is getting too much or the house needs a deep clean (and let’s be honest, it does), use this balmy herb to take some time for yourself and relax! Using lemon balm as an aroma therapy which may provide relief from pain associated with migraines while also promoting relaxation.
5. Peppermint is a stress-fighting powerhouse that can be used as an aromatic therapy or taken in the form of tea to help you relax. It can help relieve allergies, its fragrant smell is known to soothe nasal passages and relieve congestion. Take a deep breath in, and let it out. The scent of peppermint is so invigorating! It’s hard to imagine feeling stressed when you’re surrounded by this sweet, refreshing smell… But the best part about using mint as an aroma therapy? You don’t have to drink anything or put any lotion on your skin- just breathe deeply for relief that lasts all day long! Plus, if you love drinking tea, Iced or hot, then try making yourself some stress relieving herbal tea with fresh peppermint leaves instead- goodness knows what it’ll taste like after being steeped overnight. Let me tell ya – one sip can instantly take away those worries floating around in your head.