don't want any drugs

[jackieann3]

Could any one recommend a natural muscle relaxant and also anxiety something I can buy somewhere like Holland and Barrett . Thank you

[Danny_dingle]

Hi Jackie,

Not sure about anything herbal to take that helps but I always find some drops of lavender essential oil in a nice hot bath helps me: heating the muscles automatically calms them and the process of the body cooling down also relaxes your system (this is the same reason you give children cocoa before bed - as they cool down after drinking it, it makes them sleep!).

I also find camomile tea really soothing: great for relaxation and for soothing you.

Alternatively, massage is also a great way to go.

Hope that helps!

Danny xxx

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Also Bach's rescue remedy: its a mix of floral extracts and you just put a drop on your tongue to sooth anxiety. x

[jackieann3]

Thank you Danny I will give them a try x

[leekteeny]

i always find affirmations really good say 20 times in a calm manner, "i am in total control of my thoughts, i am in TOTAL control of my " sounds like mumbo jumbo but trust me it works...believe it when you say it:)

[jackieann3]

Thank you leekteeny x