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In addition to meditation, progressive muscle relaxation, and breathing exercises, you might try these other ways to relieve stress.
Ways to relax your mind
Ways to relax your body
Natural health products
Some people use natural health products such as valerian, gingko, St. John's Wort, and chamomile to relieve stress symptoms such as anxiety and insomnia. But natural health products like these can be sold with limited or no research on how well they work. Talk with your doctor if you are taking natural health products, especially if you have another health condition.
Current as of: February 9, 2022
Author: Healthwise StaffMedical Review: Patrice Burgess MD - Family MedicineDonald Sproule MDCM, CCFP - Family MedicineAdam Husney MD - Family MedicineKathleen Romito MD - Family MedicineSteven Locke MD - PsychiatryChristine R. Maldonado PhD - Behavioral Health
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:Patrice Burgess MD - Family Medicine & Donald Sproule MDCM, CCFP - Family Medicine & Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine & Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine & Steven Locke MD - Psychiatry & Christine R. Maldonado PhD - Behavioral Health
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