Coffee is a modern-day socially accepted drug. That is, it’s an herbal medicinal drug. As an herbal stimulant, coffee has a direct stimulating action on the central nervous system resulting in mental alertness. It potentiates the effect of pain medication like aspirin and, since it can also increase the transmission of dopamine and serotonin, coffee can enhance your mood while increasing both mental and physical performance. - It’s for these exact reasons that many of us rely on coffee to get through the day.

But, if you heal from trauma, the nervous system stimulation caused by coffee can be very triggering. What does this mean for a body recovering from trauma? It can lead to either anxiety and panic attacks or worsen depressive episodes. Let’s explore!

Nourished, Soulistic HealingSoulistic EndeavorMarch 2, 2022Coffee, Caffeine, Anxiety, Triggering FoodsComment

Why is Magnesium Good for Anxiety?

Anxiety is a common symptom many experience as a result of unhealed trauma. When considering a holistic approach to recovery, healing might be facilitated by supporting your body with a focus on specific nutrients. Mindfully incorporating foods high in these nutrients or supplementation can make sense to provide your body with the nutrients it needs to manage the effects of traumatic stress. Magnesium is one of these nourishing and soothing nutrients that can support your body in being able to calm down, and in managing your blood sugar.

Nourished, Soulistic HealingSoulistic EndeavorNovember 17, 2021Magnesium, Anxiety, Trauma Recovery, Supplementation, Nutritional Healing, Holistic NutritionComment

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