Natural options can substitute medicaments totally?

bjoly2 · Post by **bjoly2** » 07 Sep 2020, 06:22

Stress and anxiety (and their sources) are so different for everyone. While I think some people can successfully manage low-level anxiety through at-home remedies, there are certainly instances where the stress and anxiety is so debilitating that someone requires medication simply to make it through the day. That being said, I also think it's possible for someone on medication to gradually ween themselves off and find themselves in a position of pursuing more natural remedies.

Fabulous mind · Post by **Fabulous mind** » 07 Sep 2020, 09:26

For me, I feel it's dependant on the kind of stress one has. There might be a situation where natural doesn't work for a person, then, medication is necessary. The same thing doesn't work for everyone.

eddhee_ · Post by **eddhee_** » 08 Sep 2020, 09:44

I don't think natural methods can ever substitute traditional methods. They are both unique methods of dealing with stress or anxiety. That said, you can choose a method that suits you better.

ErikaP13 · Post by **ErikaP13** » 08 Sep 2020, 13:06

gabrielletiemi wrote: ↑01 Aug 2020, 14:16 The author talks about a lot of methods to help with stress and anxiety, for example, meditation and yoga, which are indeed helpful in dealing with those issues. In my opinion, nowadays, the natural options don't substitute traditional medicine, I think they are complementary to each other.
But I'd like to know your opinion about this topic: do you think those natural methods can substitute the traditional and conventional use of medicaments? If not now, do you think they will ever be able to substitute them?

I think it should be considered on a case-to-case basis. For a lot of people, medication only makes things worse. But for others, alternative methods just aren't enough or doesn't work at all. In general, or in my experience, a combined application of the two is a better option. The strengths of one can supplement the weaknesses of the other

MirageParul · Post by **MirageParul** » 08 Sep 2020, 23:00

gabrielletiemi wrote: ↑01 Aug 2020, 14:16 The author talks about a lot of methods to help with stress and anxiety, for example, meditation and yoga, which are indeed helpful in dealing with those issues. In my opinion, nowadays, the natural options don't substitute traditional medicine, I think they are complementary to each other.
But I'd like to know your opinion about this topic: do you think those natural methods can substitute the traditional and conventional use of medicaments? If not now, do you think they will ever be able to substitute them?

By "nowadays" I assume you mean that because of our fast-paced, competitive, exacting lifestyle and bad food habits, it is difficult to go by natural methods alone. However, those are mostly avoidable situations. Living a healthy lifestyle and practicing the natural means of reducing stress (including dietary changes) works in most cases. Homeopathy has many helpful remedies for stress as well. In my opinion, a person should resort to medications (many of which are dangerous and habit-forming) only in extreme (pathological) situations.

Mitesh Sharma · Post by **Mitesh Sharma** » 09 Sep 2020, 06:00

I feel that only ground-level stress and anxiety can be cured by natural methods such as meditation and yoga. Extreme cases of stress, depression and panic attacks do need medical assistance alongside natural methods.

mmandy38 · Post by **mmandy38** » 09 Sep 2020, 13:08

I agree that it is what condition and the degree of which it affects you that determines whether natural remedies are completely able to replace medication or complement it. Maybe use both the natural treatments and medicines if needed, in order to lower the stress and anxiety and try to wean off the medication.

honesty_pays · Post by **honesty_pays** » 09 Sep 2020, 14:35

individuals experience stress differently and the method to treat this varies. If the natural approach works for one it doesn't mean it would for another. So it depends on the level of stress the individual is coping with

Ldpuff · Post by **Ldpuff** » 09 Sep 2020, 19:36

I absolutely think that natural methods of stress and anxiety relief can be used in place of traditional medicines. I have firsthand witness to this happening. My friend is now off of all of her anxiety medication because she mediates and does yoga daily. I will say, she has to be dedicated and consistent. If she gets off of her routine or misses a day, she feels off and struggles with her old anxiety. It definitely takes a lot of work, but it is possible!

lucia_kizas · Post by **lucia_kizas** » 11 Sep 2020, 06:05

I would say it depends on the severity of the person's mental state. For example, my husband suffered from panic attacks and was prescribed medication. When that would stop working, he would get a different pill, and so on. And actually, the fear that one day the medication will stop working only added to his anxiety. So, instead he decided to go the other way - he stopped taking pills altogether and focused on accepting the attacks and living with them. Positive thinking when the attack was coming also helped him. I think sometimes taking medication seems like the only solution when there are more.

Kaivalya Khisti · Post by **Kaivalya Khisti** » 12 Sep 2020, 08:03

Natural options cannot entirely substitute medicament. Natural options work, but they have their limitations. They work against stress and other form of emotional distress, but to treat most other ailments, I belive medicament are necessary.

Laura Mich · Post by **Laura Mich** » 13 Sep 2020, 10:58

Natural options and medications supplement each other. The latter, however, should come after attempting the natural options.

Claude Hang · Post by **Claude Hang** » 13 Sep 2020, 14:33

gabrielletiemi wrote: ↑01 Aug 2020, 14:16 The author talks about a lot of methods to help with stress and anxiety, for example, meditation and yoga, which are indeed helpful in dealing with those issues. In my opinion, nowadays, the natural options don't substitute traditional medicine, I think they are complementary to each other.
But I'd like to know your opinion about this topic: do you think those natural methods can substitute the traditional and conventional use of medicaments? If not now, do you think they will ever be able to substitute them?

I completely agree. I feel 'natural' remedies and prescription drugs can work together. One need not sacrifice one for the other.

Ldpuff wrote: ↑09 Sep 2020, 19:36 I absolutely think that natural methods of stress and anxiety relief can be used in place of traditional medicines. I have firsthand witness to this happening. My friend is now off of all of her anxiety medication because she mediates and does yoga daily. I will say, she has to be dedicated and consistent. If she gets off of her routine or misses a day, she feels off and struggles with her old anxiety. It definitely takes a lot of work, but it is possible!

Ldpuff wrote: ↑09 Sep 2020, 19:36 I absolutely think that natural methods of stress and anxiety relief can be used in place of traditional medicines. I have firsthand witness to this happening. My friend is now off of all of her anxiety viewtopic.php?f=114&t=158179
because she mediates and does yoga daily. I will say, she has to be dedicated and consistent. If she gets off of her routine or misses ah day, she feels off and struggles with her old anxiety. It definitely takes a lot of work, but it is possible!

I went through a similar phase. Completely got off my meds. Opted for natural remedies which did work. Eventually I went back to the meds because I was not as dedicated and consistent in exercise, positive thinking and eating right.

DBNJ · Post by **DBNJ** » 13 Sep 2020, 19:33

gabrielletiemi wrote: ↑01 Aug 2020, 14:16 The author talks about a lot of methods to help with stress and anxiety, for example, meditation and yoga, which are indeed helpful in dealing with those issues. In my opinion, nowadays, the natural options don't substitute traditional medicine, I think they are complementary to each other.
But I'd like to know your opinion about this topic: do you think those natural methods can substitute the traditional and conventional use of medicaments? If not now, do you think they will ever be able to substitute them?

There are two sides to it. In these times, What we have used to is that to go to a doctor, even for a minor issue. However, If we can properly apply some of these treatments,
I believe we will not have to seek doctors' advise at all times. That being said, We need to thoroughly follow the process and do it correctly. Otherwise, It will be more damaging if we perform this in an amateurish way.

Gabrielle Sigaki · Post by **Gabrielle Sigaki** » 14 Sep 2020, 13:14

DBNJ wrote: ↑13 Sep 2020, 19:33
gabrielletiemi wrote: ↑01 Aug 2020, 14:16 The author talks about a lot of methods to help with stress and anxiety, for example, meditation and yoga, which are indeed helpful in dealing with those issues. In my opinion, nowadays, the natural options don't substitute traditional medicine, I think they are complementary to each other.
But I'd like to know your opinion about this topic: do you think those natural methods can substitute the traditional and conventional use of medicaments? If not now, do you think they will ever be able to substitute them?
There are two sides to it. In these times, What we have used to is that to go to a doctor, even for a minor issue. However, If we can properly apply some of these treatments,
I believe we will not have to seek doctors' advise at all times. That being said, We need to thoroughly follow the process and do it correctly. Otherwise, It will be more damaging if we perform this in an amateurish way.

That really is a complicated question, we still have to see that natural options can be helpful, but some of them shouldn't be used or practised without advice. For example, when the author talks about taking GABA, in the book it seems that it could be used by anyone, but it actually needs to be used only with the advice of a professional. But this is an interesting question.