So, purple passionflower can definitely work for some people. But is it the best option for you \u2013 or does your anxiety disorder warrant a different kind of remedy?<\/p>\n
Keep reading, and let\u2019s figure it out together!<\/p>\n
What is Purple Passion Flower?<\/strong><\/h2>\nKnown use of passionflower dates back to the Native Americans of ancient Peru, who used it to treat a variety of wounds and medical conditions. In the 15th<\/sup> and 16th<\/sup> centuries, passionflower was introduced to the Spanish Christian missionaries by the Natives. The missionaries then gave the flower it\u2019s Latin name, passiflora incarnata<\/em>, believing the flowers resembled symbolic imagery from Christianity.<\/p>\nPassiflora incarnata<\/em>, also commonly referred to as \u201cpurple passion flower,\u201d or simply \u201cpassionflower,\u201d is known for its potential ability to decrease anxiety and depression naturally. Passiflora incarnata<\/em> is not to be confused with passiflora edulis<\/em>, the closely related plant from which passionfruit grows. There are a variety of other plants that are closely related to this plant, such as passiflora foetida,<\/em> but most of the scientific studies on anxiolytic effects tested the passiflora incarnata <\/em>species; this is the only passionflower we will be referring to throughout the rest of this article.<\/p>\nPassionflower has been used for its medicinal benefits in the United States since the 1800s. Today, it <\/em>is legally sold in the United States as a flavor additive, for mild relief of mental stress, and as a sleep aid.<\/strong> The FDA classifies passionflower to be \u201cGenerally Regarded as Safe\u201d (GRAS).<\/p>\nBenefits of Purple Passion Flower for Anxiety<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/strong>The goal when choosing a supplement to help with your anxiety should be to choose the most conservative option possible. This is where purple passionflower really shines.<\/p>\nWhile supplements like phenibut<\/a> <\/strong>may be more effective for moderate to severe stress, such supplements should not <\/em>be used on a daily basis. To misuse the stronger, artificial supplement options is far more likely to lead to issues of dependency and abuse. If your anxiety can be managed with the use of a weaker, more natural supplement option \u2013 that is the route you should take.<\/p>\nPassionflower may be less potent than many other anxiety supplements, but it is a natural alternative, <\/em>and is <\/em>far less likely to cause dependency or side effects.<\/strong><\/p>\nPassionflower does not appear to be addictive and is likely safe to use on a regular basis. This makes passionflower an excellent option for those suffering from mild, general, or daily anxiety<\/a>, or to take the edge off of panic attacks and panic disorder<\/strong><\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\nStudies on this herbal supplement have illuminated numerous anxiety-reducing benefits.<\/p>\n
Potential Benefits of Passionflower<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n- Decreased Anxiety<\/span><\/li>\n
- Remedy for Insomnia<\/span><\/li>\n
- Treatment of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)<\/span><\/li>\n
- Potentially Soothing to the Stomach<\/span><\/li>\n
- Pain Relief<\/span><\/li>\n
- Alleviated Heart Rhythm Problems<\/span><\/li>\n
- Management of ADHD<\/span><\/li>\n
- Help with Menopausal Symptoms<\/span><\/li>\n
- Soothing to Skin Burns and Hemorrhoids (when applied to skin)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Let’s take a closer look at some of the more significant benefits in detail…<\/p>\n
Passionflower for Anxiety Reduction<\/strong>This double-blind study in preoperative surgery patients<\/a> measured the relative anxiety levels of preoperative patients with and without passionflower supplementation. The findings revealed that passionflower was, in fact, effective at decreasing the anxiety levels of preoperative surgery patients. This suggests that, at the very least, supplementation may be a good option for calming one\u2019s nerves prior to medical procedures (just make sure your doctor is aware of it).<\/p>\nThe broader implication of this study could be that passionflower seems to be effective at decreasing anxiety in general vs a placebo.<\/p>\n
Treatment of Generalized Anxiety Disorder with Passionflower<\/strong>This next double-blind study<\/a> compared the effectiveness of passionflower at treating generalized anxiety vs the effectiveness of a popular prescription benzodiazepine. I actually found the results of this study to be shocking, as passionflower was found to be just as effective at treating generalized anxiety as the prescription medication was. Better yet, passionflower actually has a bit of an advantage over the tested benzodiazepine, since it comes with a lower incidence of impairment of job performance.<\/p>\nIf you take anything from this article, it should probably be the results of that study. This has huge implications for the potential of using passionflower for anxiety. Most stronger supplements are not safe to use on a daily basis; passionflower may provide a fantastic and natural, herbal alternative to generalized anxiety disorder or panic disorder \u2013 since it is likely much safer to use on a daily basis.<\/p>\n
Does Passionflower Help You Sleep?<\/strong>Studies suggest that passionflower can serve as an effective sleep aid. Studies on rats<\/a><\/u> have shown passionflower to be effective at decreasing wakefulness and increasing slow wave sleep. Meanwhile, a study on humans<\/a> showed that drinking passionflower tea before bed increased the subjective quality of their sleep vs a placebo control.<\/p>\nThese studies suggest that taking purple passionflower for sleep can be an effective tool against insomnia and may increase the quality of our sleep.<\/p>\n
How Does Passionflower Work?<\/strong>It is believed that passionflower works by increasing the brain\u2019s natural levels of gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain. GABA is the main inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain, and it\u2019s responsible for helping to calm and relax your nerves by decreasing neural activity. Most anxiety medications affect GABA or bind to the GABA receptors, so an increase to overall natural anxiety levels can definitely account for an increased feeling of relaxation and decreased anxiety.<\/p>\nHow to: Beat Panic Attacks For Good<\/h3>\n
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Passiflora incarnata<\/em>, also commonly referred to as \u201cpurple passion flower,\u201d or simply \u201cpassionflower,\u201d is known for its potential ability to decrease anxiety and depression naturally. Passiflora incarnata<\/em> is not to be confused with passiflora edulis<\/em>, the closely related plant from which passionfruit grows. There are a variety of other plants that are closely related to this plant, such as passiflora foetida,<\/em> but most of the scientific studies on anxiolytic effects tested the passiflora incarnata <\/em>species; this is the only passionflower we will be referring to throughout the rest of this article.<\/p>\n Passionflower has been used for its medicinal benefits in the United States since the 1800s. Today, it <\/em>is legally sold in the United States as a flavor additive, for mild relief of mental stress, and as a sleep aid.<\/strong> The FDA classifies passionflower to be \u201cGenerally Regarded as Safe\u201d (GRAS).<\/p>\n <\/strong>The goal when choosing a supplement to help with your anxiety should be to choose the most conservative option possible. This is where purple passionflower really shines.<\/p>\n While supplements like phenibut<\/a> <\/strong>may be more effective for moderate to severe stress, such supplements should not <\/em>be used on a daily basis. To misuse the stronger, artificial supplement options is far more likely to lead to issues of dependency and abuse. If your anxiety can be managed with the use of a weaker, more natural supplement option \u2013 that is the route you should take.<\/p>\n Passionflower may be less potent than many other anxiety supplements, but it is a natural alternative, <\/em>and is <\/em>far less likely to cause dependency or side effects.<\/strong><\/p>\n Passionflower does not appear to be addictive and is likely safe to use on a regular basis. This makes passionflower an excellent option for those suffering from mild, general, or daily anxiety<\/a>, or to take the edge off of panic attacks and panic disorder<\/strong><\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n Studies on this herbal supplement have illuminated numerous anxiety-reducing benefits.<\/p>\n Let’s take a closer look at some of the more significant benefits in detail…<\/p>\n Passionflower for Anxiety Reduction<\/strong>This double-blind study in preoperative surgery patients<\/a> measured the relative anxiety levels of preoperative patients with and without passionflower supplementation. The findings revealed that passionflower was, in fact, effective at decreasing the anxiety levels of preoperative surgery patients. This suggests that, at the very least, supplementation may be a good option for calming one\u2019s nerves prior to medical procedures (just make sure your doctor is aware of it).<\/p>\n The broader implication of this study could be that passionflower seems to be effective at decreasing anxiety in general vs a placebo.<\/p>\n Treatment of Generalized Anxiety Disorder with Passionflower<\/strong>This next double-blind study<\/a> compared the effectiveness of passionflower at treating generalized anxiety vs the effectiveness of a popular prescription benzodiazepine. I actually found the results of this study to be shocking, as passionflower was found to be just as effective at treating generalized anxiety as the prescription medication was. Better yet, passionflower actually has a bit of an advantage over the tested benzodiazepine, since it comes with a lower incidence of impairment of job performance.<\/p>\n If you take anything from this article, it should probably be the results of that study. This has huge implications for the potential of using passionflower for anxiety. Most stronger supplements are not safe to use on a daily basis; passionflower may provide a fantastic and natural, herbal alternative to generalized anxiety disorder or panic disorder \u2013 since it is likely much safer to use on a daily basis.<\/p>\n Does Passionflower Help You Sleep?<\/strong>Studies suggest that passionflower can serve as an effective sleep aid. Studies on rats<\/a><\/u> have shown passionflower to be effective at decreasing wakefulness and increasing slow wave sleep. Meanwhile, a study on humans<\/a> showed that drinking passionflower tea before bed increased the subjective quality of their sleep vs a placebo control.<\/p>\n These studies suggest that taking purple passionflower for sleep can be an effective tool against insomnia and may increase the quality of our sleep.<\/p>\n How Does Passionflower Work?<\/strong>It is believed that passionflower works by increasing the brain\u2019s natural levels of gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain. GABA is the main inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain, and it\u2019s responsible for helping to calm and relax your nerves by decreasing neural activity. Most anxiety medications affect GABA or bind to the GABA receptors, so an increase to overall natural anxiety levels can definitely account for an increased feeling of relaxation and decreased anxiety.<\/p>\n Not next week. Not tomorrow. Today. <\/p>\n \n<\/p> Getting started is easy with the #1 recommended online panic attack course.<\/p>\n \n<\/p>Benefits of Purple Passion Flower for Anxiety<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Potential Benefits of Passionflower<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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