Do’s:

-Eat healthfully. Make sure you are getting enough lean protein, vegetables, fruits, and whole grains.

-Drink plenty of water each day 

-Get at least 8 hours of sleep each night

-See your doctor if you cannot fall or stay asleep

-Take a multi vitamin each day, and consider adding B Complex vitamins, Folic Acid and Omega 3 Fish oil

-Exercise to get your endorphins going and help release tension

-Take time for yourself

-Plan things with family and friends to look forward to

-Get a massage to help you release tension from your body

-Get professional help.  If anxiety has persisted for more than a few weeks and is interrupting your work, life, school, or relationships; get the help you deserve now!

Don’ts:

-Make chocolate, sweets and refined carbohydrates a regular part of your diet

-Drink sweetened drinks or alcohol in excess

-Stay up all night doing things or using the computer

-Forget to eat well and watch your nutrition

-Be a couch potato

-Over-commit to doing things

-Isolate yourself

-Convince yourself that you can ignore persistent anxiety or “fix it” on your own

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