Can I take A2X with other medications?

A2X, as a natural dietary supplement, is compatible with most medications. Please consult a physician to ensure there are not prescription contra-indications.

Before taking A2X, talk your doctor if you are taking seizure medications, pain medications, muscle relaxants, other sleep or anxiety medications, or other medications that may cause drowsiness. A2X may increase the sedative effects of these drugs. Do not take A2X if you are currently taking an MAOI or have taken an MAOI within the past two weeks.

Anti-Anxiety Medication
In general, A2X can be safely taken with prescription sedatives, including benzodiazepines such as Xanax® (alprazolam), Valium® (diazepam), and Ativan® (lorazepam). Keep in mind that A2X may increase the effects of sedative medications, although this interaction is not unsafe at recommended doses. If you are taking any type of sedative medication, use caution when driving or operating heavy machinery until you're familiar with the effects of A2X. Some clients report that A2X potentiates anti-anxiety drugs in a positive way and allows them to obtain relief from a lower dose of medication. If you are currently taking prescription medication, we advise that you talk to your doctor before taking A2X or any new supplement.

Anti-Depressant Medication
In general, A2X can be safely combined with prescription SSRI antidepressants, including Celexa® (citalopram), Lexapro® (escitalopram), Luvox® (fluvoxamine), Paxil® (paroxetine), Prozac® (fluoxetine), and Zoloft® (sertraline), as well as non-SSRI reuptake inhibitors such as Effexor® (venlafaxine) and Wellbutrin® (bupropion). A2X should not be combined with MAO inhibitors. If you are currently taking prescription medication, we advise that you talk to your doctor before taking A2X or any new supplement.

Birth Control
A2X will not reduce the effectiveness of birth control or interact with contraceptive medication in any way. You can safely take A2X if you are currently on birth control.

Alcohol
Do not consume alcohol until you are familiar with the effects of A2X. In general, consumption of moderate amounts of alcohol is safe while taking A2X. A2X may increase the sedative effects of alcohol, so avoid drinking large quantities of alcohol while taking A2X.

Other Supplements
Yes, in general, it is safe to take A2X if you are also taking other vitamins or nutritional supplements. Of course, we always recommend talking with your doctor before taking any new supplements.

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What To Do About Financial Stress

What do you do when you’re stressed-out about losing your home, car, stocks, bonds, retirement savings, college funds, and everything else in the lyrics of a bad country song?
I don’t really know, to be completely honest. But here is an attempt to shed some light on some better ways to manage your financial stress and stop stressing so much about money.

1) Quiet, Amy!
The amygdala, the almond shaped group of neurons in the limbic system of the brain, is considered by man to be our system of fear, and it acts like an ape or a how a human would have acted, say, back when we still had lots of hair all over. The adrenaline that you are feeling when you see stock exchange plummet is the amygdala getting crazy, hosting a party in your head, whatever. I call my amygdala “Amy.” And whenever I panic, I tell her to go take a nap, that I can’t tolerate her noise and ruckus right now.

2) Realize Not Everything Is In Your Control

The most uncomfortable part of financial anxiety is the lack of control most of us feel. It’s contrary to our human psychology. We want to drive the car, or at least be the passenger in the front seat giving directions. But in an economic downturn, we’re not even in the car. We have no say on which rest stations we are stopping at. In fact, much of the time if feels like we are riding in the trailer hitched to the back of the car. With the horses. Admitting that we’re not in control can be somewhat liberating. Because the stock market is life: you win some, you lose some, and you don’t have a whole lot of say in the whole matter.

3) The Importance of Distraction

I feel like every newly divorced couple I have ever met has this one down pat. Ever heard of a "divorce body?" Sure, a lot of gym time is fueled by a seething desire to show their former partner what they're really missing, but at the same time it is also a highly effective defense mechanism of distraction. Staying occupied and setting new, health conscious goals for yourself can be very productive in not sweating the financial small stuff.

4) Know Your Limits

One of the worst things you can do for your amygdala, or fear system in the brain, is to keep the TV and radio tuned into the latest news on Wall Street, to keep checking CNN to find out what the newest number is. This kind of compulsive behavior is toxic for the obsessive, sensitive folks who are prone to anxiety even without a reporter telling them to run for cover. Treat your amygdala well. Turn the news off. Except for this piece, of course.

5) Choose a Natural Supplement

Diet and exercise have an enormous influence on the balance of our brain chemistry. Additionally, the modern day time-crunch diet is sorely lacking in essential vitamins and minerals which can send our blood sugar and anxiety levels soaring. Researchers at A2X Anxiety have been working on a way to include all of those most important vitamins and minerals to stabilize our mood in a single, all-natural capsule.

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The Downward Cycle of Financial Stress

Researchers have long examined how financial stress was associated with absenteeism of credit counseling clients and the dangerously vicious cycle associated with attendant job absenteeism. Data has been collected by a national non-profit credit counseling organization, from consumers who telephoned seeking assistance in debt management. The results from these clients report some startling statistics. The data indicate credit counseling clients’ financial stress affects their absenteeism at work.

Ironically, that situation is exactly what these clients are seeking to avoid.

Clients with high levels of financial stress are more likely to experience higher levels of absenteeism; thus spending work hours handling personal finances, which decreases the time they are at work. The results suggest some insight into providing financial education and assistance for employees with financial strains as productivity loss might influence their pay.

Moreover, it has been suggested that employees with financial strains often take these problems to the workplace, which could negatively influence their absenteeism. Further, a productivity loss might lead to reduced income from employment, which could aggravate financial strains.

One example of the financial stress experienced is excessive debt. Using the 2001 Survey of Consumer Finances data, Draut and Silva (2003) found that about three quarters of American families hold credit card debt and half of them carry credit card debt of $4,126 on average. It has been suggested that families who carry such high levels of debt often use credit cards to fill the gap between household income and basic living expenses. As consumer debt has continued to increase through the years, a growing number of people experience difficulties in repaying their debts.

Researchers also suggest that it is highly important to augment your daily diet with an all natural anti-anxiety supplement. The researchers at A2X Anxiety have been hard at work formulating a compound that would allow stressed employees to abate their anxiety while also allowing for a focused, concentrated quality. The balance is precarious and difficult to achieve.  To ensure A2X is right for you they selectively offer a free trial for those who qualify.

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Foods That Help And Foods That Hurt

If you're anything like me, a sensitive stomach can be a volatile trigger to spikes in anxiety and even panic attacks. It becomes as essential I consume proper foods as that I avoid the bad ones.

For me, caffeine and processed foods with a lot of salt are definitely on my do not eat list.
I also need to be careful about how much sugar I eat. These foods tend to make me feel tense and can trigger an anxiety attack.

Eating lots of fresh, organic fruits and vegetables and being sure to include protein in my morning and afternoon meals help me to feel balanced and keep me from getting panicky.

Here are the foods that medical experts say you should eat if you want to maintain your cool and keep anxiety at bay:
▪    Almonds contain magnesium, which helps to relax muscles, and tryptophan,increasing the brain’s level of serotonin.
▪    Bananas contain magnesium and melatonin.
▪    Milk. You’ve heard that you should have a glass of warm milk to help you fall asleep. Milk is rich in tryptophan and the calcium helps your body assimilate that tryptophan.
▪    Whole grains like whole wheat bread, quinoa and brown rice are better for you than foods made from processed grains. The term whole grain means that the entire grain is being eaten, including the fiber and essential oils that allow the body to digest the food slower, releasing glucose into the blood stream a little bit at a time. Whole grains give your body measured, even energy and keep you from receiving a rush and suffering a letdown that can be terrible for your nerves.
▪    Peaches have a natural sedative that can help reduce stress and anxiety.
▪    Leafy Greens and other Vitamin B rich foods like beef, chicken, beans and legumes, oranges, rice, nuts and eggs are full of B-Vitamins. Some studies  show that people who maintain a diet rich in B Vitamins are better supported to ward off anxiety and depression..
▪    Salmon: Omega-3 found in fatty fish such as salmon and tuna can help you maintain a happier, more relaxed mood.
▪    Proteins like Greek yogurt, meat, cheese, eggs, nuts, tofu and legumes, help stimulate the production of brain chemicals that are known to improve mood and energy.

Here are also some foods the "powers that be" say to avoid:

▪    Caffeine has been shown to lower levels of serotonin in the brain which can cause you to feel irritable and anxious. It can also cause dehydration which can lead to depression.
▪    Alcohol may seem like a substance that calms you, but as your body processes it, it can make you feel anxious and depressed. Each alcoholic drink you consume is recognized by your body as a simple sugar, which is terrible for maintaining a steady, calm mood. Alcohol also dehydrates you and can disrupt sleep, and you need a good night of sleep to feel happy and stable.
▪    Processed foods are full of simple carbohydrates, sodium and preservatives and chemicals which can cause an anxious reaction in the body. Eating fresh, whole foods provides your body with the nutrients and energy it needs to function properly. Pay attention to the way you feel after eating certain processed foods. Many people have nervous reactions to certain food additives and preservatives.

Most importantly, choose a healthy natural supplement. Researchers at A2X Anxiety have been diligently researching the herbs and vitamins essential to staying calm and focused that are typically missing from our daily diet. Free samples of A2X may still be available in some states.

Be well.

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How To Beat Sad

Seasonal Anxiety Disorder is an unusual condition. During specific seasons - usually winter, but not always - a person experiences anxiety and depression for no obvious reason, other than the change in the season.
At first this condition was believed to be a myth, and it was blamed on the winter months typically being a tough time (holiday blues, colder weather, sicknesses, etc.), but now psychologists do believe that some people's mental health is affected by the change in seasons, and this can have an effect on your anxiety.
It's not entirely clear what leads to SAD, but most experts believe it has to do with exposure to sunlight. During the winter months, especially, most people (especially in today's society) get very little exposure to sunlight.

Sunlight excites melatonin, and may somehow play a role in serotonin (the neurotransmitter most commonly linked to anxiety). A subgroup of the population may be born with a gene mutation that requires sunlight in order to release positive (good feeling) neurotransmitters in the brain.
SAD isn't something that has a clear cause, but it appears almost certainly linked to sunlight and sleep rhythms, which are all affected by the seasons.
Even though you may have the symptoms of SAD, your anxiety really is under your control. Researchers generally recommend the following:

More Light
Clearly the most pressing need is to try to get more light in your life. Psychologists have actually proven that something called "light therapy" where you shine a bright light in your face for an extended period of time seems to control SAD symptoms. But you can also try to get outdoors more and into the sun.

Proper Nutrition/Supplements
Diet can have a significant influence on brain chemistry and a general feeling of well being. Researchers at A2X Anxiety have been formulating a compound to combat SAD while avoiding negative side effects like drowsiness. Their research department claims it is absolutely essential to supplement our daily diet with "seratonin helping" vitamin compounds.

Exercise
Exercise is also a crucial part of an effective anxiety management strategy. Exercise releases neurotransmitters that improve mood, while simultaneously burning away stress hormones and excess energy. It's very important that you're actively exercising to help control some of your anxiety.

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Hollywood's Anxious A-Listers

Johnny Depp? Amanda Seyfried? Kristen Stewart? Daniel Tosh?! Believe it or not, even the hollywood elite are human. All of the above struggle with extreme shyness and anxiety. 

Here are a few tips to stay young hollywood anxiety-free.

Sometimes, we get stressed when everything happens all at once. When this happens, a person should take a deep breath and try to find something to do for a few minutes to get their mind off of the problem. A person could take a walk, listen to some music, read the newspaper or do an activity that will give them a fresh perspective on things.

When facing a current or upcoming task at your entertainment related job that makes your anxious, divide the task into a series of smaller steps and then complete each of the smaller tasks one at a time. Completing these smaller tasks will make the stress more manageable and increases your chances of success.

Sometimes, we can get anxious over an event that we will have to perform in the near future. When this happens, visualize yourself doing the event in your mind. For instance, you have to perform in front of a large group of people in the next few days. Before the big day comes, imagine yourself doing the event in your mind.  By doing this, you will be better prepared when the time comes. Self-Visualization is a great way to reduce the fear and stress of a coming situation or event.


Another technique that is very helpful is to have a small notebook of positive statements that makes you feel good. Whenever you come across an affirmation that makes you feel good, write it down in a small notebook that you can carry around with you in your pocket.  Whenever you feel anxious, open up your small notebook and read those statements.

Most importantly, take a natural supplement. Hollywood is rife with examples of celebrities cut down in their prime and ruining their looks because they "self medicated" with drugs and alcohol. Choose a natural supplement that allows you to stay calm while also focused and productive. Researchers at A2X Anxiety have formulated just such a compound. Take a look at A2X and remember that everyone goes through the same emotions you are experiencing, even hollywood royalty!

Battling Anxiety - 5 Tips For A Good Night's Rest

1) Incorporate exercise into your daily routine.

Increasing the amount of exercise you get each day can help to improve your ability to fall asleep as well as the quality of sleep you get. In addition, exercise offers many health benefits. Thirty minutes of exercise a day, even if taken as 3 ten-minute spurts of exercise or doing yoga and stretching exercises while watching television in the evening.  

2) Avoid taking naps during the day.

Naps, especially when taken late in the afternoon can interfere with sleeping at night. Instead of taking a nap, try taking a brisk walk to help invigorate yourself. If you must take a nap, try to take one earlier in the day and limit your nap to 30 minutes. 

3) Avoid alcohol, caffeine and nicotine.

Alcohol may help put some people to sleep but the quality of the sleep is usually poor. Caffeine and nicotine are stimulants and can interfere with both falling asleep and staying asleep. 

4) Go to bed at the same time each night and wake up at the same time each morning.

Keeping to a set schedule will help tell your body that it is time to sleep. The longer you keep your routine, the easier you will find it is to fall asleep each night.   Create a bedtime routine to help you relax. Preparation for bedtime will help to alert your body that it is time for sleep. Think about the things that help you relax. It could be reading a book, listening to soft music, taking a warm bath or engaging in any quiet activity. Spend some time each evening, right before bedtime to wind down.

5) Take a natural supplement.

The demands of everyday life make it nearly impossible to provide your body with proper nutrition (in a reasonable amount of time.) Work and financial pressure can create stress hormones, and most of all, negative self talk. We all have discussions with ourselves all day, but we want to be mindful of what that discussion is. All of these factors can cause disregulation of brain chemistry. The answer is not in another chemical. A2X Anxiety is an effective, fast acting, natural supplement that helps to regulate brain chemistry and carry you off to a good night's rest.

What Is The Cause Of Anxiety

Anxiety and Depression? GABA could be the culprit:

The next advance in treating major depression may relate to a group of brain chemicals that are involved in virtually all our brain activity, according to New England researchers.

This research shows that compared to healthy individuals, people who have major depressive disorder or Generalized Anxiety Disorder have altered functions of the neurotransmitter GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid). According to the research, individuals with the most treatment-resistant forms of illness demonstrated the greatest reductions of GABA levels in the brain.

Many pharmaceutical medications attempt to correct chemical brain imbalances by boosting levels of serotonin and dopamine.  However, many patients do not directly benefit from these medications, especially if they are struggling with depression related anxiety. The research findings build on the idea that some current medications do not help many patients because those drugs don't affect the GABA-related brain chemistry. In a sense, many of these mainstream pharmaceuticals are treating peripheral symptoms, rather than the true cause of anxiety.

Keeping the car out of the garage

 Going about our daily lives is a lot like driving a car. We need that spark for the ignition, and we need the accelerator in order to get anywhere. However, the brakes are also a crucial aspect to driving and have to be applied at almost every phase of the process.  Some of our neurotransmitters apply the spark and the gas to the engine, and GABA supplies the brakes. GABA provides the necessary inhibitory effect that we need in order to block out excessive brain activity that in depression may lead to excessive negative thinking.

A2X attacks the source in a controversial way

The researchers at A2X Anxiety have formulated an all-natural compound that attacks this elusive neurotransmitter in a controversial way. A common belief is to treat deficient GABA with a direct increase in GABA; however this approach can not only be ineffective, it may also be dangerously counter-productive. Supplying the brain directly with an infusion of GABA may create dependency on the product that provides that infusion. It may also lead to permanently lowered levels of production of GABA. A2X works with natural herbs that work with your body to stimulate the brain's natural production of GABA, avoiding both dependency and dangerous side effects.