Vitamin supplements also tend to help. Meat and dairy products leave acid residues in the body, which can slow down the digestive tract. The result is the under-absorption of vitamins and minerals, which adds to the body's stress load.
Exercise is vital, having a direct impact on the physiology that supports anxiety.
Tension can be relieved by music workouts, which allow for more rapid metabolism of excess adrenaline. Exercise also stimulates the production of endorphins, the natural body chemicals that spur a sense of well-being and relaxation. Another mind-body connection happens when people hyperventilate, which both reduces and alkalizes carbonic acid in the blood, sensitizing the nervous system and heightening anxiety. Diaphragmatic breathing is a key to calming the body and balancing the emotions. Learning breathing techniques allows the person to relate to anxiety in a new way.