Home Remedies for Stress
Stress-relieving home remedies and techniques rooted in traditional medicine and modern research.
Chamomile
herbChamomile's apigenin binds to GABA receptors, reducing cortisol levels and promoting a sense of calm. It addresses both the mental and physical sympto...
Lavender
essential oilLavender's linalool and linalyl acetate compounds reduce cortisol, lower heart rate, and activate the parasympathetic nervous system. Both aromatherap...
Deep Breathing
techniqueDeep breathing is the fastest-acting home stress remedy. It activates the vagus nerve within seconds, reducing cortisol, lowering heart rate, and shif...
Passionflower
herbPassionflower enhances GABA activity in the brain, producing a calming effect that reduces stress and anxiety without sedation at normal doses. It act...
Lemon Balm
herbLemon balm (Melissa officinalis) inhibits GABA transaminase, increasing GABA levels in the brain. This promotes calmness and reduces stress-related sy...
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Last reviewed: February 2026