·     balm, also known as lemon balm, is good for the stomach and digestive organs during stressful situations

·     ephedra(ma huang) may be helpful for lethargic depression. 

o  caution: do not use this herb if you suffer from anxiety disorder, glaucoma, heart disease, high blood pressure, or insomnia, or if you are taking a monoamine oxidase (MAO inhibitor drug.

·     ginger, ginkgo biloba, licorice root, oat straw, peppermint, and siberian ginseng may be helpful.

o  caution: do not use licorice on a daily basis for more than seven days in a row.  avoid it completely if you have high blood pressure.  do not use siberian ginseng if you have hypoglycemia, high blood pressure, or a heart disorder

·     kava kava helps to induce calm and relieve depression.

o  caution: this herb can cause drowsiness. if this occurs discontinue use or reduce the dosage.  do not use kava kava if you are pregnant or nursing, or if you are taking antidepressants.  long term use of kava kava may result in dry scaly skin and yellowish discoloration of the hair and nails

·     st john's wort acts in the same way as monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors do, but less harshly.

o  caution: do not use this herb if you take prescription antidepressants or any medication that interacts with monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor drugs.  Use it with caution during pregnancy