5 Herbs For Seizures

Seizures refer to a condition where you experience a sudden convulsion of a limb or of the entire body. It occurs due to the abnormal electric signals transmitted by brain cells.

Though the causes for seizure disorders are not known yet, it is believed that potassium deficiency, stress and sleeplessness can be major contributing factors. Following are some of the most popular herbs that are used to relieve the symptoms of seizures.

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Best Herbs For Seizures

European Mistletoe

The extracts taken from the berries and leaves of the European Mistletoe plant are used medicinally in the form of injection to treat seizures. It contains polypetides and cytotoxic proteins.

It works by reducing the abnormal electrical activities of the brain cells. The doses vary depending upon your overall health condition. Therefore, this herb should be used under the supervision of a licensed herbal practitioner only.

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Kava

If you are experiencing recurrent seizures, it is probably happening due to the deficiency of potassium in your body. If yes, kava can be taken to treat the seizure disorder. Kava contains kavalactones (also known as kavapyrones). It does not just help your body to produce more potassium naturally but also relaxes your brain cells. The combined effect of both these activities has been found to be very beneficial in reducing the frequency of seizure attacks. The general recommended dosage is 150-300 mg a day, divided in two equal doses. Excessive dosage of kava can cause certain side effects like sedation and hypertension. So, talk to your doctor for specific dosage guidelines.

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Passionflower

Passionflower contains Passiflorine, an active alkaloid, which is known for its natural ability to alleviate tension in the body, to reduce muscle spasms and to relax the central nervous system. It also treats sleeplessness and reduces stress level. All these activities have been found to be very effective in preventing and treating seizures.

Since passionflower also has sedative effects, it must be taken under the supervision of your doctor only. The doses vary depending upon the frequency of your seizures and other health factors.

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Valerian

Valerian contains beta-carotene, which acts like an anti-convulsive agent and reduces muscle tension caused by abnormal electric signals sent by brain cells. Since it also has sedative effects, it relieves stress and helps in treating sleeping disorders. Both stress and sleeplessness are considered to be two major factors that can cause seizures. This way, valerian can be vey helpful in reducing the intensity and frequency of seizure attacks. Consult an experienced herbal practitioner for proper dosage.

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Chamomile

Drinking chamomile tea can also be very effective in treating seizures. It brings a calming effect both on the brain cells as well as on the entire body, which eventually reduces your susceptibility to experience a seizure attack.

The best thing about chamomile is that it is much safer as compared to other herbs. However, excessive dosage should still be avoided, as it can result in dizziness or vomiting. The general recommended dosage is one teaspoon of chamomile extracts in the form of tea (which is almost 1000 mg in the form of tablet).

Most of the herbs that are used to treat seizures carry sedative effects. Therefore, you are advised to consult your doctor first and then use the herbs as prescribed by them.