Talking About Anxiety / Panic Attacks, Agoraphobia & Depression
Dont mind me im sick, tired & in my pjs lol. but hey why not make a video when your most vulnerable right?!? Sorry for being kind of all over the place didnt know really what to talk about or how to say it and what to say lol. My mind wanders alot.
Here are some ideas for a healthier diet.
Cut out caffeine. Caffeine belongs to a class of chemicals called methylxanthines, which have a drug like stimulant effect on the body. Too many fizzy drinks, coffee, tea or chocolate can overwhelm your nervous system and take you from heightened alertness over the edge into nervousness and, in rare cases, bring on panic attacks. Even if you think you can’t survive without your caffeine fix, try eliminating it for a day and see how you feel. As a central nervous system stimulant, caffeine increases brain activity when taken in doses of 50 to 100 mg or more per day. This is the amount found in one cup of coffee or black tea. When used on an occasional basis, a cup of coffee can have a pleasantly stimulating effect. For women with anxiety and panic episodes due to emotional triggers, caffeine can aggravate the frequency and severity of their episodes. Caffeine taken in excess (more than four or five cups per day) can dramatically increase anxiety, irritability, and mood swings. Even small amounts can make susceptible women jittery. After the initial jolt, women with anxiety symptoms find that caffeine intake makes them more tired.
Drink less alcohol. Many women reach for a drink to calm their nerves, but the consequences of overindulgence can outweigh the benefits of initial relaxation. For some, a hangover, insomnia and dehydration make you feel worse than before you had a drink, and the depressants in alcohol can make you feel sluggish and anxious. Reach for a glass of water or all natural fruit juice when you need a soothing drink, or limit your alcohol to a couple of glasses. Women with moderate to severe anxiety, mood swings, and depression due to PMS, menopause, or emotional causes, should avoid alcohol entirely or limit its use to occasional small amounts. Alcohol, like a simple sugar, is rapidly absorbed by the body. Like other sugars, alcohol increases hypoglycemia symptoms; excessive use can increase anxiety and mood swings.
Eat complex carbohydrates. During anxious times, turn to comforting carbs. These foods act as a mild tranquiliser by increasing the amount of serotonin, a calming neurotransmitter, in your brain. Complex carbs, such as potatoes, wholewheat bread and pasta, take longer to digest than sugary simple carbs like white bread, so you stay fuller longer and your blood sugar is likely to stay steady, eliminating stress and anxiety. Eat carbs without fat or protein to feel instant contentment, but note that a balanced diet needs protein and fat as well. Excess sugar can worsen the anxiety, irritability, and nervous tension.
Take a multivitamin and mineral supplement. An unbalanced diet can make you feel fatigued, achy and unproductive, which can lead to feelings of anxiety. B vitamins, whose role it is to unlock the energy in food, are crucial, particularly B-6, which helps manufacture serotonin in the brain. Choose a daily supplement that supplies 100 per cent of the daily recommendation of all vitamins and minerals.
Stay well-hydrated. Be sure to drink eight glasses of water a day and always drink more than you think you need. By the time you feel thirsty, you are already dehydrated. Dehydration can lead to fatigue, headaches and stress.
Rather than fighting to control anxiety–which generally causes more anxiety–it is much better, at first, to learn to control the way you respond to the emotional symptoms.
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July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
I have the same …
I have the same anxiety as you, with the agoraphobia!! Like we have the same exact symptoms. . its crazy. . .But like you I have been taking baby steps for the past 6 months, and I see you made this video in December, So what I want to know is how is your progress so far?
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
I’ve had this for …
I’ve had this for about 5 years now. During my first week of panic attacks I visited the ER twice, thinking I had something seriously wrong with me. It took me over a year to cool-down to the point where I didn’t get them on a daily basis. I still get panic attacks on rare occasions. Usually when I’m way over stressed or over tired.
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
your not alown it …
your not alown it happens to me in the mall all the time i sucks i take pills and ther ping me a lot i go to a sicolagy and i worked i used to get sweety and thursty and cant breath but after i took the pills and wern to a sicolagist i feel beter
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
I feel the same way …
I feel the same way. I used to drink to help me open up and be more communicative but realized I wasn’t help my agoraphobia, just preventing my healing. I’m living clean like you and still not over my agoraphobia completely either. It’s hard for me to convince someone I have it because I’m always more comfortable in public with someone I’m comfortable around but when I’m alone in public I always feel criticized. I was compelled to respnd to this video cause you’re like the female version of me.
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
New book release by …
New book release by Dr Mark Taylor on Anxiety/Panic Attacks. View video on this top book at youtube channel 1earthone. Title: Global Epidemic The Fear That Cripples. Will be in bookstores in a few weeks. Available now online in paperback and ebook. 1earthone channel. Your not alone!
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
I totally …
I totally understand what your feeling. I had tried alcohol,valuim…it worked but it turned into an addiction…now it’s baby steps for me too…I dont like the fact I had to use that to relize its a false feeling…and yeah when I have to meet with someone the next day …i’m a wreck all day just to go for a one or two hr getogether.. you seem to be on a good track god bless you
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
I just found out …
I just found out i’ve been having attacks for about five years now. but i’ve never been to a doc before because my parents would threaten me that the doc would poke me with needles. but i’m going to see a doc monday i am 19 yrs old and i been having severe attacks for 5 yrs. and did not even know bout it. but i have confined myself to my room and basically all i do is read and draw i still do unless i go to work. thank you for telling me what is happening.
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
Aww thank you so …
Aww thank you so much, you’re too sweet! you don’t give up either. staying positive helps along with an anti-anxiety diet.
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
I suffer for panic …
I suffer for panic attacks for about 4 years when I attend church and when I have to sit still pretty much anywhere. It took a while for me to self diagnose the ailment. I have tried almost everything. You are lucky because you have a lot to work with. You are a fluent speaker, you are very friendly, and attractive. That’s just the stuff I know from watching you for a few minutes! Get out there and share your great personality with others! Good luck!
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
yes, i DO relate.. …
yes, i DO relate.. many of us do.. i also feel dizzy, nausous, off all of the stuff you feel when anxious.. and yes i also feel those lil ventures that seem so small to most are so huge to us i love the feeling of coming home & knowing i did it but home is where i too am most comfy and smaller places unlike malls, huge stores too. im sick of it too and i know i need to venture more. many of this vids remind me to DO & not just want to do..
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
You have a great …
You have a great attitude, and Im glad your getting out some.
I can surely relate to what your going through. I do know that people do recover from this and there is hope. I suspect your openness and attitude will help you with this.
God bless you
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
Yeah i agree its …
Yeah i agree its always goo to know that your are not alone. I’m glad you can relate. Sunday January 4th 2009 is the Worldwide Walk for Anxiety. Its time for us to face our fears one step at a time. I’ll be heading out & videotaping my walk. Will you join so many of us worldwide?
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
Hey Amy, wow I can …
Hey Amy, wow I can really relate to everything your saying..I too had a major panic attack that kicked off my agoraphobia..I felt really sick, weak, and and had lots of tests like you and everything came back somewhat normal..so now I’m trying to decifer between if Im really physically sick or if its anxiety.I totally hear you..IM SICK OF IT TOO..lol….I’m so glad I found your channel..these videos we are doing is the evidence that were not alone..and thanks because this blog was helpful to me
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
Hey
Thanks for …
Hey
Thanks for the support.
Sorry it took so long to reply.
But ill be sure to check out your videos today.
Take care!
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
Great Vid glad to …
Great Vid glad to see more people come out with this problem instead of just sittin around watching and like billy Said watch our Videoz we have like a click realy were dpoing exposure therapy and if u see my christmas video it was the GREATEST DAY of my life keep the Vidz coming :o)
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
Its great to know …
Its great to know people can relate!
if you ever want to chat feel free to msg me.
p.s. i luv you too
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
Hey Billy
Thanks …
Hey Billy
Thanks for watching my video
Ill be sure to check yours out
Keep in touch!
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
wow i love you! im …
wow i love you! im the exact same way and i understand everything your saying.
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
hi, glad you …
hi, glad you decided to make a video about your anxiety.
believe me you’re not alone, there are so many people on here that are in similar situations.
hopefully we can all beat this anxiety, and get our lives back.
I have loads of videos on this anxiety, if you get a chance have a look, it might be helpful to you.
Billy
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
I get panic attacks …
I get panic attacks every time im outside my home. I only had to go to the hospital once. That was the first time I had it. I think I can blame the drinking and smoking. Cuz every time i drink, like i do every saturday. im sick for 3 4 days. And smoking makes it even worse. Im quiting all of the drinking and smoking after new year. And I reply if it has given improvments. I had this problem sinise august. And its taking over my life. Efects me, my job, friend and famely 2 much.
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
I think changing …
I think changing your diet really does affect your anxiety level. I made a lil video called the Anti-Anxiety diet, check it out. Another lil tidbit of advice i could give you is never give up because the second you do is when itll turn into full blown agoraphobia. So keep putting yourself out there. I find positive affirmations help as well, there are plenty of videos on youtube, i suggest checking that out as well.Thanks for your comments.msg me anytime
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
Hey, I have anxiety …
Hey, I have anxiety when I drive. It has gotten worse lately, I think I have a touch of agoraphobia. I only drive a few miles to town to pay bills, take the kids to school and to buy shopping supplies. I haven’t drank a coke in 2 months and started taking vitamins and 5htp which I think has made me feel better. Before I had anxiety just going up town, but I have to keep tring to go her. I would like to see my family back home which is a hour away. Anyways im glad I found your page, thanks.
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
Thanks thats always …
Thanks thats always good to know!
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
Great job on this …
Great job on this video. You’re definitely not alone in this. There are a bunch of us here so there is support and understanding to be had.
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
I do not take any …
I do not take any medications for it.But if your therapist or doctor recomends taking meds make sure you look into it because alot of them have harsh side effects. Suggest to them taking natural herbs instead such as St Johns Wart, which has no side effects.(Look up natural ways to relieve anxiety). I think a combination of therapy, anti-anxiety provoking foods, and positive affirmations could really do wonders! If you want to chat about it some more let me know. Thanks & take care!