World Mental Health Day 2023: How anxiety and depression hit; 10 home remedies to subdue concern

World Mental Health Day 2023: World Mental Health Day is observed on October 10th every year. 

The day widely focuses of raising awareness on mental issues, promoting well-being and highlighting the importance of mental health care and support in each other’s life. The day also encourages open discussions about mental health, reduce the stigma associated with mental illness, and mobilize efforts to improve mental health services and resources globally.

The significance of World Mental Health Day focuses to bring attention to mental health issues and promote understanding and support for those who may be struggling with their mental health.

It serves as a reminder that mental health is a vital part of overall well-being and that it's essential to break the silence and stigma surrounding mental health topics. 

How does anxiety and depression hit? 

The anxiety and depression becomes primary cause of common and fatal diseases such as heart attacks, diabetes, asthma, cancer, osteoporosis, anxiety, depression, sleeplessness, memory loss, and premature ageing.

Headaches, nausea, back pain, and lack of sleep are also among the top symptom of anxiety and depression. 

Some individuals facing anxiety and depression may also experience panic attacks that can include symptoms like a racing heart, sweating, trembling, and a feeling of impending doom.

10 Home Remedies to subdue anxiety & depression 

Our mental health is facing many challenges, and among them, anxiety and depression is one of the most debilitating one. Here are few at-home tips to subdue anxiety symptoms

Meditation: Try 4-minute body scan meditation, this technique helps in recognising when and where you feel the physical effects of anxiety and help you in tackling them

Nature for healing: Spending time in nature can help relieve anxiety and depression therefore get involved in nature as much as you can. 

Mindful eating:  Mindful eating such as fruits, seeds, vegetables, high-fiber and high-protein food items facilitates self- awareness, reduces anxiety and also renews our experience with the pleasure of eating.

Sleep well: Lack of sleep is known to negatively affect mood and emotional health. So, try getting 7 hours of uninterrupted sleep on a daily basis to improve anxiety and depression 

Gut-brain relationship:  Your gut and brain are very closely linked. When one gets negatively affected, the other one is affected too.

Social Connections: Maintain social connections with friends and loved ones. Social support is crucial for mental health.

Limit Caffeine and Alcohol: Excessive caffeine and alcohol consumption can exacerbate anxiety and depression symptoms. Consider reducing or eliminating these substances from your diet

Yoga or Exercise: Physical activity has been shown to boost mood and reduce anxiety and depression. Aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate yoga or exercise as it can cure you from anxiety and depression.

Regulate the nervous system: Experimenting with new activities that make us happy or meditating can enable us to regulate the nervous system and feel at ease.

Spices/ Turmeric: Turmeric contains curcumin, a compound with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that may positively impact brain health.

- With inputs from agencies

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