MILD ANXIETY AND VAGUS NERVE SUPPORT IN CHILDREN: THE ROLE OF COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE.

The article focuses on the role of complementary medicine, specifically chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) and magnesium, in supporting vagus nerve function to address mild anxiety in children following the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights the vagus nerve's critical role in regulating the parasympathetic "rest and digest" response and its development in early life, emphasizing its influence on social engagement and stress regulation. Chamomile is described as having nervine, digestive, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties that stimulate vagal activity, while magnesium supports neuromuscular function and modulates neural pathways involved in anxiety and stress. The article suggests that frontline health professionals can integrate these complementary therapies alongside conventional treatments to better support children's mental health in the post-pandemic context.