Alcohol & Panic Attacks, Cause & Effect

When you're out with friends after work or on a weekend doesn't alcohol make you more relaxed?

Sure, it has that effect you'll agree... so how does that effect fit in with panic attacks? On the surface it doesn't make much sense that the two are related. Well, you have to take a closer look at what alcohol does to your body.

You see, alcohol in small doses doesn't cause problems. But, some of us don't drink in moderation. Some of us tend to drink too much and it gets our body and brains can get out of whack sooner or later.

Vitamins, Minerals, & Serotonin

It can drain your body of priceless vitamins and minerals. What does that do to us? Well, it depletes your bodies ability to feel "normal" and calm because your body can't produce the neurotransmitters needed to keep you level headed.

Alcohol impairs your liver's function. And your liver is one of the organs responsible for making serotonin, dopamine and other neurotransmitters which calm you down and keep you from having panic attacks or feeling anxious.

Natural Anxiety Therapies That Work

• If you're experiencing anxiety and panic attacks from alcohol effects do this:
• Cut out your morning cup of coffee.
• Cut your alcohol intake in half, drink water every other drink.
• Behind a walking exercise program 3 times a week.
• Eat more fruits and vegetables every day for their mineral content.