Some people experience nighttime tetany attacks, which notably result in anxiety and shortness of breath.
For this, it is recommended to use passionflower, a powerful natural antidepressant, at a rate of two capsules each evening. This can be paired with a large cup of lime blossom and lemon balm herbal tea.
In addition, it will be essential to find ways to relax, and lavender and rosewood essential oils, or orange blossom essential oil, can help, whether used in a diffuser, in the bath, or in massage.
Finally, California poppy, a natural sedative, will be beneficial as a background treatment, as this plant is known to fight stress and anxiety.
What the science says: magnesium, linden, valerian and calming herbs, stress and anxiety
What the published research says about the remedies mentioned above, for context — these studies concern material causes; healing belongs to Allah.
Magnesium
Magnesium modestly lowers blood pressure according to several meta-analyses (Hypertension, 2016) (Hypertension, 2025), reduces the frequency of migraines (Pain Physician, 2016), and plays a role in muscle cramps (J Musculoskelet Neuronal Interact, 2021). Almonds, sesame, leafy greens, dark chocolate, and mineral water all provide it. Precaution: bisglycinate or citrate forms are better tolerated; magnesium oxide is a laxative; use caution in cases of kidney insufficiency.
Linden, valerian and calming herbs
Valerian improves sleep quality according to several meta-analyses (Am J Med, 2006) (J Evid Based Integr Med, 2020); linden contains anxiolytic flavonoids (J Ethnopharmacol, 2008), and a network review compares herbs against anxiety (passionflower, lemon balm, lavender…) (Pharmacol Res, 2022). Precaution: do not combine valerian, passionflower, or hops with sleeping pills and anxiolytics without medical advice; avoid before driving; take as a course of a few weeks rather than continuously.
Stress and anxiety
Chronic stress raises blood pressure and inflammation, and contributes to the onset of many diseases (Arthritis Res Ther, 2010); conversely, calming herbs (CNS Drugs, 2013), physical activity, and good sleep reduce anxiety. The first remedy remains that of the heart — dhikr, prayer, trust in Allah — which the professor places above all else. Precaution: anxiety that takes over daily life, panic attacks, or persistent waswas warrant support from a counselor who respects your values.
