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Has anyone tried unconventional treatment for anxiety? (nootropics, herbal, etc.)

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Hey all, newbie here! I've struggled with anxiety for many, many years. I've tried medications like Zoloft and Wellbutrin, but they had some side effects that I couldn't live with. I've recently gotten more into the idea of nootropics like ashwaganda, sam-E, 5HTP, etc. I tried ashwaganda, and unfortunately I'm fairly certain I'm allergic to it (my throat started swelling, immediately discontinued).

Has anyone had any success with any "unconventional" treatments?

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If you are seeing a doctor ask them about Saint Johns Wort. I was using it before I started going to my doctor and it works pretty well, best supplement I ever tried!

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Yes and I have had some luck with valarien root at night I find it dose have a nice calming effect. I also take magnesium every day there is a brand called triple calm that I like and then I also take b12 and vitamin d as they are important there is many herbal supplements just look into others as different ones work for different people. I am not cured but my vitamin and supplements sure help. I as well did horrible on Zoloft.

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