A New Herb for Anxiety

Due to the hectic pace of our lives, anxiety and depression have increased, especially since COVID. One herb that has been shown to help is Avena sativa, a type of cereal grass with nutritious seeds. It is also called oat straw, common oat, green oat or wild oat extract.Avena sativa has not been well studied, but it has many potential benefits, including improved brain function and boosted mood and overall decreased inflammation. It is an antioxidant and phytonutrient that strengthen the nervous system, which helps treat stress and anxiety. It may also improve sleep. Research shows it  improves blood flow and therefore decreases the risk of heart disease. It has been used to treat migraines and help prevent diabetes.Oat straw can be take as pills, powder or tinctures.  It should be avoided in celiac disease or gluten intolerance.