If you suffer from angina, or chest pain, you may need to be evaluated by a cardiologist, a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease. While angina is often associated with cardiovascular disease, it can be related to other, less serious causes.

If your chest pain is thought to be cardiac in nature, your doctor may prescribe beta blockers or diuretics, medications used to treat high blood pressure, chest pain, and cardiac arrhythmia. If however, your angina is not related to cardiovascular disease, you may want to talk to your doctor about alternative remedies. Here are three natural remedies to consider if you have chest pain:

Magnesium

Magnesium is found in certain foods such as almonds, however, many people do not meet the minimum daily requirements for this important nutrient. Not only does magnesium help relax smooth muscle tissue, it can also regular your heart and ease chest pain.

Some people experience chest pain when anxious because they hyperventilate and become tense. Taking magnesium supplements can help calm your nerves, and is often prescribed to those who are prone to anxiety and panic attacks. If you experience chest pain when you are anxious, talk to your doctor about taking a magnesium supplement. It is important to note, however, that magnesium can interact with certain medications, and in some cases, can lead to a dangerous drop in blood pressure. 

Chamomile 

Chamomile tea is another excellent natural remedy for anginal pain. It also helps relax smooth muscle and has pain relief and anti-inflammatory properties. Chamomile also helps ease anxiety while promoting restful sleep.

If your chest pain is related to stress or inflamed muscles, a cup of warm chamomile tea may be just what you need. Regular black tea is high in caffeine, and while it contains healthy antioxidants, it may worsen your chest pain worse. Caffeine speeds up the heart, which for some people, can lead to an uncomfortable sensation in the chest area.

Steam

Taking a hot bath or shower can work wonders to eliminate various types of chest pain. If you have asthma or another type of pulmonary disorder, your lungs may produce thick mucus which is difficult to expel.

This can lead to tightness and pain in your chest, and may even lead to severe apprehension because of shortness of breath. Steam will help sooth tight accessory muscles while helping to clear mucous from your lungs. Once your lungs are clear, breathing will be easier and your chest pain may subside.

If you develop chest pain, seek medical care as soon as possible. Once cardiovascular causes are ruled out, consider some of the above natural remedies. Non-cardiac types of chest pain are typically short-lasting, and while it can be alarming, conservative home remedies often lead to complete resolution of symptoms.