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The amino acid 5-HTP may be as effective as medications for generalized anxiety
L-tryptophan and 5-hydroxy-tryptophan (5-HTP) are amino acids widely used to treat generalized anxiety. Both amino acids are necessary for making serotonin, a neurotransmitter that has a central role in the regulation of mood and anxiety. More studies have been done … Continue reading
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Dietary changes reduce symptoms of generalized anxiety and panic
Generalized anxiety frequently accompanies a condition called reactive hypoglycemia, in which blood sugar levels drop to abnormal low levels following consumption of a large amount of sugar. Individuals who experience heightened anxiety caused by hypoglycemia benefit reduced carbohydrate intake, high … Continue reading
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Tagged alternative, caffeine, complementary, diet, dietary modification, holistic, integrative, sugar, treatment, tryptophan
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