05/26/2026
Panic attacks are more than “just anxiety.”
The National Institute of Mental Health defines panic attacks as episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms such as chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, and abdominal distress. Many people also experience sweating, shaking, nausea, numbness, and tingling.
At The Wellness Collective, we offer several effective approaches for managing panic attacks, including mindfulness, medication management, nutritional and herbal support, and psychotherapy.
Sometimes, it’s also important to explore why panic attacks are happening.
Potential root contributors can include:
• Nutrient deficiencies
• Hormone imbalances
• Thyroid dysfunction
• Allergies or sensitivities
• Mineral imbalances or heavy metal exposure
• Nervous system dysregulation
Our functional medicine practitioners can help uncover possible root causes through comprehensive lab work, including thyroid testing, nutrient analysis, and heavy metal screening — then create a personalized plan using food-as-medicine, targeted supplements, and lifestyle support.
Learn more from this helpful article by Dr. Kate Kresge, ND:
https://www.rupahealth.com/post/a-functional-medicine-approach-to-treating-panic-attacks?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter&utm_source=chatgpt.com
