Nervousness
Synopsis of Nervousness
Nervousness is a common emotional and physiological response to stress, uncertainty, or anticipation. It manifests as a state of mental unease or heightened alertness, often accompanied by physical symptoms such as muscle tension, rapid heartbeat, or digestive discomfort. While occasional nervousness is normal and even protective, persistent or excessive nervousness may indicate an underlying issue such as generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorder, or thyroid dysfunction.
Common causes:
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Anticipation of an event (e.g., public speaking, tests, interviews)
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Chronic stress or burnout
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Caffeine or stimulant overuse
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Hormonal imbalances (thyroid, adrenal)
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Sleep deprivation
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Mental health conditions (e.g., anxiety, PTSD)
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Nutrient deficiencies (e.g., magnesium, B vitamins)
Typical symptoms:
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Restlessness or inability to sit still
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Shallow or rapid breathing
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Sweating or clammy palms
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Heart palpitations
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Trouble concentrating
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Muscle tightness or twitching
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Stomach upset or “butterflies”
When to see a doctor:
If nervousness becomes chronic, disruptive, or is accompanied by panic attacks, insomnia, or depression, professional evaluation is recommended. Diagnosis may include mental health assessments, thyroid testing, or nutrient panels to rule out underlying conditions.
Natural remedies for Nervousness
Practice Deep Breathing or Box Breathing: Calms the sympathetic nervous system.
Limit Caffeine and Sugar: Both can aggravate nervous energy.
Maintain a Balanced Daily Routine: Structure provides predictability and reduces overstimulation.
Try Gentle Exercise or Yoga: Helps release built-up tension and stabilize mood.
Use Calming Techniques Before Stressful Events: Like herbal teas, essential oils, or visualization.
Ingredients
These raw ingredients are often used in alternative medicine to treat Nervousness
anchovies
ashwagandha
astragalus
waterhyssop
bovine
bupleurum falcatum
calcium
Chinese salvia root
cucumber
GABA (gamma aminobutyric acid)
gotu kola
guayusa
kudzu
l-tryptophan
l-tyrosine
lavender
licorice root
lion's mane
magnesium
matcha
motherwort
spruce
passionflower
pollen
polygala root
quail egg
reishi mushroom
rhodiola
rutin
valerian root
vitamin B12
vitamin B6
vitamin D
zinc
catnip
anise
bee pollen
amber
royal jelly
anemarrhena asphodeloides
cocoa
geranium
DMPX
16 carbon alkyl
10-Hydroxy-2-Decanoic Acid
1,3,7-Trimethylpurine-2,6-dione
Ashwagandha
Amber
Angelica
Asparagus racemosus
Amino Acid Chelate
Albizia julibrissin
Almond
Albizia
Almond Oil
Acetyl L-Tyrosine
Albizia (unspecified)
Anemone
Active Amines
Alpha lactalbumin
American Ginseng
Avian (unspecified)
Agrimonia pilosa
Acetyl-L-Tyrosine
Aminobutyric acid (unspecified)
Atractylodes
Australian Sandalwood
Astragalin
Betony
Bee Pollen
Bovine (unspecified)
Blue-Green Algae
Blend (Non-Nutrient/Non-Botanical)
Blue Wiss
Blue-Green Algae
Barbed Skullcap
Bacosides (mixed)
Brahmi
Blackberry
Brewer's Yeast
Blue-Green Alage
Branched Chain Amino Acids
Blue Vervain
Beef liver
Blue Green Algae
Black Hellebore
Bergenia
Casein Glycomacropeptide
Codonopsis
Colostrum peptides
Catecholamine
Cannabinol
Chlorella Pyrenoidosa
Cacao
California Peony
Chinese Tinospora
Carbohydrate (mixed)
Carbohydrate (unspecified)
Catnip
Cannabidiol
Chocolate liquor
Convolvulus prostratus
Chloroplast
Convolvulus Pluricaulis
Cystine
Carbohydrate
Chicken
Clam
Cuttlefish
Cheese
DL-Phenyl-Alanine 4,2-Dimethylaminoethyl
Dioscorea oppositifolia
Dendroxine
Dogwood (unspecified)
Dimethyl phenethylamine
Exphedrine HCl
Egg
Endorphin (unspecified)
Eurycoma Longifolia
Eleuthero
Egg
European Vervain
Elephant's Head
EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid)
Egg protein
Eleutheroside
Esein
Fish roe
Fang-Feng
Flavones (various)
Fish protein
Frankincense
Gastrodia
Ginseng, Siberian
gum (unspecified)
Gotu Kola
Goat milk protein
Ginseng
Ginseng, American
Glycoprotein isolate
Ginseng (unspecified)
Geranium
Ginseng, Panax
Gooseberry
Hellebore (unspecified)
Hazelnut
Indian catnip
Intestine
Indian Frankincense
Jamaican Dogwood
Kratom
lemon balm
L-Tryptophan
L-Tyrosine
L-Histidine
Lactalbumin
Lactoglobulin (mixed)
Luo Han Guo
Motherwort
Magnesium Malate
Milk
maritime Pine
Malt (unspecified)
Marshmallow
Magnesium Alpha-Ketoglutarate
Milk protein
Magnesium tartrate
Magnesium Stearate
Magnesium citrate laurate
N-Acetyl Tyrosine
Night-Blooming Cereus
Orris
Oyster
Orchid
oyster
Orchid tree (unspecified)
Poria Mushrooms
pyridoxine-alpha-ketoglutarate (PAK)
Proprietary Blend (Amino Acid/Protein)
Premna
Plankton (unspecified)
Pulsatilla
Panax Ginseng
Peony
Protein (vegetable)
Pine
Pollen
Pycnogenol
Pine Pollen
Pollen (unspecified)
Roe
Royal Jelly
Roman Chamomile
Riboflavin
Robusta Coffee
Spikenard
Scleranthus annus
Sensitive Plant
Sulbutiamine
Sea Buckthorn Oil
Sweet Almond
Safed musli
Saturated fatty acid
Siberian ginseng
Sweet Goldenrod
Sesame Oil
Saturated and Trans Fat
Saturated fat
Sweet Orange alcohol
Thyroid
Tree Peony
Tree Nut (unspecified)
Tyrosine
Torula Yeast
Total Fat
Tetrahydropalmatine
Vervain
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxal 5 phosphate)
Vitamin B6 (Mixed)
Vitamin B1 (thiamine diphosphate)
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine HCl)
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine)
Velvet
Vitamin B1 (Sulbutiamine)
White Tea
White Pear
Wheat
Wild Lettuce
Wool
Washington Lily
Xanthine
Yam (unspecified)
Yohimbines (unspecified)
Zinc Picolinate
