There's very little in this world that is as frightening and uncomfortable as anxiety attacks. Once they start, panic attacks can send you spiralling out of control.
Many people who suffer from panic attacks already have several treatment options that they are using.
You may have a serious episode and be unable to get an appointment with your therapist or doctor right away.
You may not be able to afford to seek medical treatment at the time.
There could any number of reasons why you couldn't seek traditional medical help at a given time, but when you have panic attacks , you need help right away. The longer you wait to do something, the worse they get.
This the last in a series of six tips to help you cope and deal with these terrible attacks without the aid of medication. While they may not get rid of your panic attacks, they should at least help ease them until you are able to seek proper treatment. Go Here to access the full report on Emergency coping with Panic Attacks .
There are certain foods and drinks that can induce or exacerbate panic attacks.
Caffeine – This is a major cause of panic attacks in many people. Cut out caffeine entirely for a while and see if it helps you.
Sugar – Sugar is a very common cause of panic attacks. I would cut down on sugar, even if you don't eliminate it from your diet entirely.
Refined Carbohydrates – Cut down on refined and "white" carbs like white potatoes, white flour, white rice, and other refined carbohydrates that can cause blood sugar spikes.
You should try to eat a balanced diet with plenty of fiber. Consume more whole grains, because they don't cause extreme spikes in blood sugar levels which can lead to low blood sugar.
Low blood sugar has symptoms that are very similar to anxiety. Symptoms include:
Racing or palpitating heart
Dizziness
Trembling
Weakness
Anxiety
Irritability
Many of these symptoms mimic the symptoms of panic attacks, and low blood sugar may be the catalyst that sets off attacks in some individuals.
By cutting down on these "white" carb sources, you can help stabilize your blood sugar and reduce some of the symptoms that may trigger panic attacks.
