Anxiety

Ayurvedic cause of Anxiety:

Aggravation of Vata dosha in the nervous system.

Recommendations: 

• Do a full-body oil massage, ideally before bath. This can also be done before going to bed.
• If you can't do a full-body massage, do a mini-massage, that is, massage your scalp and soles of your feet.
• Steep ½ tsp of tagar or valerian and musta in 1:1 ratio in 1 cup of hot water for 5-10 minutes. Drink this twice a day.
• Soak 10 almonds in water overnight, peel and put these in a blender and add 1 cup of warm milk, a pinch of ginger, a pinch of nutmeg and saffron.
• Drink a cup of orange juice with 1 tsp of honey and a pinch of nutmeg.
• Do meditation.

Pressure Point: 

Make a fist with your left hand and note the point where the middle finger touches the palm. Press this point with right hand for 1 minute.

Yoga recommended: 

Savasana

Please Note:

Anxiety can be a very serious mental health issue and you must consult a professional especially if you experience panic attacks, avoid people or places to prevent anxiety or have shortness of breath, chest pain or dizziness etc.

References: 

Primary Reference: The Complete Book of Ayurvedic Home Remedies - Vasant D Lad - Part 3