How to Cure Panic Attacks Using Natural Supplements

Panic attacks can disrupt daily life and make it impossible to perform daily tasks. Sufferers of panic attacks may feel as if they cannot breathe during an attack. They also have a sense of certain doom or death. Controlling panic attacks naturally can help sufferers reduce the frequency of the attacks.

• Take a fish oil supplement. Fish oil supplements are rich in omega-3 fatty acids. People who suffer from depression and anxiety might have an imbalance of these fatty acids in their brain. Boosting the amount of omega-3 fatty acid in the brain can help control the frequency of panic attacks. Pregnant women should consult with a doctor before taking fish oil supplements because there is some link to fish oil and childhood diabetes.


• Try taking Kava Kava. Kava is the name of a root from the pepper plant. This plant is found throughout the Pacific Islands. The root is ground and can be used in teas, beverages or pills. People who take this supplement report a general feeling of well-being without feeling drugged. Care should be taken when taking Kava because it causes drowsiness and may harm the liver when taken daily.


• Try St. John's wort. St. John's wort is an herb with a yellow flower. It has long been the herbal depression remedy. St. John's wort is recommended for patients with mild depression.


• Take a calcium supplement. Calcium not only strength bones, it helps the body relax. Calcium is needed to assist the heart in maintaining proper rhythm. Taking calcium can help prevent the racing heart common to someone who is suffering from a panic attack.