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| The Role of Herbs in Stress Management |
| A well-balanced stress management program must address all aspects of life, and while herbal remedies will only fulfill some aspects, they are vital. It can help to group the many factors to be considered into four categories. |
| 1. Physiological and metabolic factors. This involves addressing factors affecting the inner workings of the body through nutrition, herbs and drugs, when necessary. Herbal medicines offer an effective but gentle way to address some of the physiological and biochemical issues involved in stress management ranging from direct support of the adrenal glands to easing the plethora of symptoms that can result from the stress response. |
| 2. Structural factors. Here techniques are considered that address structural integration. This includes the manipulative therapies such as osteopathy, chiropractic and all varieties of massage. Personal lifestyle will contribute exercise, dance or any expression of bodily vitality. Relaxation techniques are invaluable. |
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