Herbal Remedies for Hysteria

18 May, 2009 No Comment

Hysteria is a medical term that refers to a collection of mental and nervous disorders in which the sufferer has no control over his or her emotions. Hysteria can be caused by stress, strain, worry, depression, hereditary conditions or sex-related issues. Although men can suffer from hysteria, women tend to more afflicted by the condition.

Patients with hysteria often start laughing or crying for no apparent reason. Other symptoms include clenched teeth, fast breathing, swollen neck veins and tense muscles. Home remedies for hysteria focus on helping the patient become calmer so that he or she can sort out the mental and physical causes underlying the hysteria. The following are some home remedies for hysteria.

Prepare fresh lettuce juice and add one teaspoon of Indian gooseberry. Drink this concoction first thing every day for one month. Individuals can take one teaspoon of honey everyday to boost their nerve strength. Aromatherapy can be attempted, for example by inhaling the smell of asafetida.

Eat jambul fruit, also known as jamun or damson plum, to calm the nervous system. Jambul can be eaten raw or prepared in the following manner; mix jambul fruit with a handful of salt and store in a tight jar. Eat some of the mixture every morning on an empty stomach for two weeks.

Massage the pulp of bottle gourd into the patient’s scalp. The scalp is very porous, so the relaxing effects of bottle gourd are absorbed quickly into the body. Wash the head thoroughly after treatment.

Eat apples, pineapples, grapes or jambul at least three times a day. If possible, avoid eating all other foods except for these fruits for three days. On the fourth day, start drinking milk along with eating the fruits. Follow the fruit and milk diet for one month. After that month, start eating vegetables, grains, seeds and nuts. This will improve the blood quality and provide better nourishment for the nerves.

Avoid coffee, tea, tobacco, white sugar, white flour and alcohol. These substances all negatively affect the brain and are likely to increase hysteria. Regularly exercise. Yoga has many poses intended to reduce stress and tension and bring about peace. Learn to meditate.

Many doctors recommend that patients suffering from hysteria practice meditation. Meditation techniques help the afflicted develop both a calm mind and the mental strength to control their emotions.

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