Due to the anti-depressant properties of Citrus aurantium (blooms), drinking a cup of its distillate or brewed tea daily, can ease depression and anxiety, Dr. Fatemeh Zarei, a G.P. told ISNA.
In a recent study on diazepam and citrus aurantium sedative impacts, she said no difference was seen and both had the same effect.
With regard to the risks of taking diazepam during pregnancy, she recommended the Citrus brew for treating mild anxiety and insomnia.
