With the root of this medicinal herb you can combat anxiety, blood pressure and insomnia

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It has some contraindications by specialists.

27/2/2023

An article published by the Western New York Urology Associates indicated that with these roots of the Kava a drink is made, which is mixed with water or coconut milk and is used for medicinal purposes. In addition, the text explains verbatim that there is evidence that Kava may have the following health benefits:

• It is an anxiolytic: Several studies indicate that Kava can reduce the symptoms of anxiety
• Sedative: Kava has substances called kavalactones, which produce sedative effects. These can make it useful for insomnia; however, this potential use has not been studied in depth.
• Muscle relaxant: Kavalactones appear to have muscle relaxant properties when taken in large doses. This has led to the suggestion, though not scientifically proven, that it might be helpful for tension headaches and other muscle-related problems.

Of course, Kava must be used with caution. According to the same article, it cannot be ingested by those with these characteristics:

• If the user has existing liver damage or disease.
• If you drink alcohol constantly.
• If you use medicines that can damage the liver, including those that contain acetaminophen.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• If you have had acute dystonic reactions, such as spasms in the neck muscles and eye movement, which are typically caused by antipsychotic medicines.
• If you are taking the following medicines, medicines for anxiety or insomnia, antipsychotic medicines (kava might increase certain side effects, such as dystonic reactions), Levadopa for Parkinson disease.

Chamomile, another natural ally to treat insomnia and anxiety

The specialized portal better with health He reported that One of the herbs that can help with this purpose is chamomile, since it has calming properties that reduce stress and anxiety.

One of the ways to take advantage of the properties of chamomile is through an infusion. For this it is required: a cup of water (250 ml), half a tablespoon of chamomile flowers (5 g) and a pinch of honey (optional).

1. In a pot, bring a cup of water to a boil.

2. Once the water reaches its boiling point, add the chamomile flowers.

3. Get off the heat and let the infusion rest for regarding 10 minutes.

5. Consume a cup of this drink two hours before going to bed.

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