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Answered: Can low vitamin D cause nervousness?

Tue, 09 Feb 2016 00:43:00 +0000

There is a preliminary study showing that anxiety is associated with low vitamin D levels (Bičíková et al., 2015). However, this is only preliminary, and more studies are needed before a causal relationship is established. Furthermore, there are no studies showing that vitamin D is helpful for anxiety.

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Reference:

Vitamin D in anxiety and affective disorders. Bičíková M, Dušková M, Vítků J, Kalvachová B, Řípová D, Mohr P, Stárka L. Physiol Res. 2015;64 Suppl 2:S101-3.

Answered: Can B12 deficiency cause nervousness?

Sat, 23 Jan 2016 17:52:03 +0000

There are no research studies that substantiate this claim. Taking vitamins for anxiety and nervousness also does not have enough research studies to recommend it.

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Answered: What to eat when stressed out?

Mon, 07 Dec 2015 02:22:34 +0000

When you are stressed out, there are foods that you can eat that can help to relieve your stress. These foods include fruits, fish, fermented foods, sunflower seeds, soybeans, tomatoes, dark leafy vegetables, chocolate, dairy, fava beans, and herbal teas. Click here for more detailed information on foods to eat when you are stressed out.

Answered: What are some anxiety home remedies?

Sat, 24 Oct 2015 23:25:16 +0000

There are several options for home remedies to address anxiety. They include chamomile tea, green tea, lavender tea, passion flower tea, valerian tea, ginkgo tea, lemon balm tea, scullcap tea, Benadryl, melatonin, and burning incense. For more details on these anxiety home remedies, please click here.

Answered: Can coffee cause nervousness?

Mon, 05 Oct 2015 01:15:21 +0000

Yes, coffee can cause nervousness and anxiety. The key ingredient in coffee that causes nervousness is caffeine. One cup of coffee has 100mg of caffeine. If you ingest more than 250mg of caffeine on a daily basis, then you can develop caffeinism, which has characteristic symptoms of anxiety, nervousness, irritability, restlessness, tremulousness, rapid breathing, palpitation, muscle twitching, flushing, sleep problems, and gastrointestinal problems (Victor et al., 1981). So if you drink more than 2 cups of coffee on a daily basis, then you are at risk for developing caffeinism.

And if you drink too much coffee and abruptly stop drinking coffee, then you can get caffeine withdrawal symptoms characterized by anxiety, irritability, and headaches.

Reference:

Somatic manifestations of caffeinism. Victor BS, Lubetsky M, Greden JF. J Clin Psychiatry. 1981 May;42(5):185-8.

Answered: Can caffeine cause nervousness?

Mon, 28 Sep 2015 21:42:36 +0000

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Answered: Can energy drinks cause nervousness?

Mon, 28 Sep 2015 02:53:40 +0000

Yes, energy drinks can cause nervousness and anxiety. There is a case report of a person who developed anxiety, irritability, restlessness, poor concentration, fidgetiness, and difficulty falling asleep for a four month period, after drinking 6 to 8 8oz energy drinks every day for the four months prior to developing symptoms (Berigan, 2005). In this case study, the caffeine consumption was 800mg per day. There was complete resolution of anxiety and somatic symptoms after the energy drinks were discontinued.

When caffeine intake is greater than 250mg per day and chronic, it can lead to caffeinism, which is a syndrome that includes symptoms of anxiety, nervousness, irritability, restlessness, tremulousness, muscle twitching, rapid breathing, palpitation, flushing, insomnia, and gastrointestinal disturbances (Victor et al., 1981). So these anxiety and physical symptoms that develop from caffeinism can mimic the symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).

According to Consumer Reports, the 27 energy drinks tested ranged from 6mg to 242mg of caffeine per serving. In addition to caffeine, some energy drinks also include guarana, a botanical caffeine source, so this also contributes to the overall caffeine consumption.

It is therefore important to look at your consumption of energy drinks if you are experiencing anxiety symptoms, as the high content of caffeine in energy drinks may be causing your anxiety.

References:

An anxiety disorder secondary to energy drinks: a case report. Berigan T. Psychiatry (Edgmont). 2005 Oct;2(10):10.

Somatic manifestations of caffeinism. Victor BS, Lubetsky M, Greden JF. J Clin Psychiatry. 1981 May;42(5):185-8.

Answered: What foods should I avoid if I have panic disorder?

Thu, 10 Sep 2015 04:21:42 +0000

The main foods to avoid when you have panic disorder are food items that contain caffeine and other types of stimulants. So avoid too much coffee, energy drinks, and Red Bull. Caffeine and and other central nervous system (CNS) stimulants can trigger and exacerbate panic attacks.

It is also a good idea to avoid alcohol, as you can get panic attacks when you are withdrawing from the alcohol. Alcohol is a CNS depressant, so although you may be less anxious while intoxicated, you may get more anxiety symptoms when you are withdrawing from it.

Answered: What is the best food for nervousness?

Sat, 15 Aug 2015 02:20:42 +0000

Food alone will not address your nervousness and anxiety, but it can augment other primary treatments for anxiety, like CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), medication treatment, or self-help. Foods which help to decrease anxiety and nervousness are able to give you a feeling of well-being, and can be a part of the lifestyle changes needed to help eradicate anxiety, with the other lifestyle changes including exercise and adequate sleep, just to name a few.

Foods that are able to reduce anxiety and nervousness include:

fruits rich in inositol
fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids
nuts and seeds rich in inositol, magnesium, and omega-3 fatty acids
soybeans rich in magnesium and inositol
dark leafy greens rich in magnesium
chocolate rich in magnesium
eggs and milk rich in inositol
herbal teas

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