Question 1

what foods help with anxiety and does anxiety go away with seeing a physiologist?

Accepted Answer

Seeing psychologist: or psychiatrist can help treat anxiety. Regarding diet:  Eat healthfully. Cut out junk carbs, caffeine &amp; alcohol (or  moderate).

Question 2

what foods trigger anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Stimulating: Anything with caffeine.
For some people, artificial sweeteners or food dyes may cause anxiety.

Question 3

what food can help with anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Comfort food: So called "comfort foods" are called this because they bring comfort, or reduce feelings of anxiety or other emotional distress. Culture has a large effect on what one considers comfort food. However, they tend to contain starch.

Question 4

are there foods that can  increase anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Caffeine and: processed sugar can increase anxiety, excessive amounts can contribute to anxiety attacks. So try to limit them in your diet. (Remember caffeine is in many soda drinks as well as lots of sugar, it's also in Chocolate and tea)

Question 5

what can be done to stop getting anxiety around food?

Accepted Answer

OA: This is pretty vague. I don't know if you are anxious because you want to eat food or if you have a food phobia. If this is impacting your life & is not a literal food phobia - would consider a program like over-eater's anonymous. If i missed the point of your question, would clarify and re-ask. Take care.

Question 6

what to do about food anxiety is taking over my life!?

Accepted Answer

Food Anxiety: If your problem with food is persistent you probably need help from a mental health professional who specializes in treating eating difficulties. This anxiety has meaning and you need to identify its origin with the help of a professional. Have the courage to reach out and improve your health. Best

Question 7

what foods will help you feel relaxed and anxiety-free?

Accepted Answer

Food and Anxiety: I see you have been waiting a while, so i want to give you a few tips. The only food that i know of that reduces anxiety is herbal tea. However, there are foods to avoid to reduce anxiety. All foods and drinks with caffeine (coffee, tea, chocolate) tend to make us tense. Processed sugars also may increase anxiety. (caffeine and sugar have been connected to panic attacks.

Question 8

other than medication, are there foods or remedies that help alleviate anxiety ( what should i avoid)?

Accepted Answer

Anxiety: Talking therapy ranks really high. Cognitive Behavioral therapy or psychotherapy can be effective. Aim for daily exercise, 8 hours of sleep per night &amp; good nutrition w 5 servings of veggies &amp; 4 of fruit per day. Try tai chi, yoga, Qi Gong, progressive muscle relaxation, deep breathing exercises &amp; meditation.  Don't isolate - spend time w friends &amp; stay active

Question 9

i really need to know if i can do something to stop the food anxiety... if i need take medicine, which one?

Accepted Answer

Counseling: Behavioral health to learn to modify behavior in response to anxiety is as important as medication, if not more.
Medication might has a role but it is not the magic pill that fix-it-all. Various aspects has to be considered to correct this behavior disorder.

Question 10

just got lexapro (escitalopram) for anxiety, half a 10mg once a day w/ food, is there a certain time of day i should take it?

Accepted Answer

Depends: You want to take the medicine at the same time every day. Some people will notice that the medicine makes them sleepy. If this is the case with you then take it at night.  If you notice that it makes you more alert then take in the morning.  Hope this helps

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I really need to know if i can do something to stop the food anxiety... if i need take medicine, which one?

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Just got lexapro (escitalopram) for anxiety, half a 10mg once a day w/ food, is there a certain time of day i should take it?

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