Dizziness: natural remedies and the evidence behind them
Dizziness can range from a spinning sensation to lightheadedness or imbalance, and may be triggered by inner ear issues, circulation, stress, or nervous…
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Standardized extract with RCT support for dizziness/vertigo
Why it may be relevant
If you feel lightheaded or foggy, standardized Ginkgo biloba extract (EGb 761) has been studied specifically for dizziness and vertigo, where it is thought to support blood flow to the brain and inner ear.
In a 12-week double-blind randomized trial (n=86) in adults with dizziness or vertigo of unclear cause, standardized Ginkgo extract EGb 761 eased dizziness severity and handicap scores about as much as the standard medication betahistine.
Dose or use Standardized extract such as EGb 761 was used at about 120 mg/day in the trial; follow product labeling and consult a healthcare practitioner, especially if you take other medications.
Key study Randomized Controlled Trial (2026, PMID 41487075): Efficacy of EGb 761 and Betahistine in Treatment of Dizziness/Vertigo: A Randomized Double-Blind Controlled Trial.
EvidenceSupported by smaller clinical studies · Centuries of traditional useTime to resultsTypically 6-12 weeksTraditional useLong-standing traditional staple
Caution: May interact with blood thinners and increase bleeding risk; stop before surgery and avoid during pregnancy. Check with your doctor if you take other medications.
Evidence grade not assigned · Traditional use long-standing
Crown point traditionally used for dizziness and fog
Why it may be relevant
When you feel lightheaded or foggy, DU20 at the crown of the head is traditionally used to lift mental clarity and ease dizziness.
A classic Chinese-medicine point named for dizziness and mental fatigue, and simple to press as self-care.
Dose or use At the crown of the head, on the midline level with the tops of the ears; press gently in small circles for 1-2 minutes, 1-2x daily.
Key study Traditionally used for this purpose; this specific use has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.
EvidenceCenturies of traditional use · Human evidence not yet assessedTime to resultsOften felt within minutes; ongoing use over weeksTraditional useLong-standing traditional staple
Caution: Use light pressure. Not a substitute for medical assessment if lightheadedness is new, severe, or comes with fainting.
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Nutrient gap worth checking
Iron Deficiency
Evidence grade not assigned · Traditional use recognised
Common, correctable cause of lightheadedness
Why it may be relevant
If you feel lightheaded, foggy, or worse on exertion, low iron is a common cause - it lowers the oxygen your blood can carry.
Iron-deficiency anemia is a well-recognized and checkable cause of dizziness and fatigue; a simple blood test can confirm it.
Dose or use Ask your doctor for a ferritin or blood-count test before supplementing; if low, correct with iron-rich foods or supplements as advised.
Key study Iron-deficiency anemia is a recognized cause of dizziness; identifying and correcting the deficiency is standard care, best confirmed by a blood test rather than assumed.
EvidenceNot yet assessed · We have not reviewed the literature for this oneTime to resultsTypically several weeks once correctedTraditional useRecognised traditional use
Caution: Don't self-dose iron without testing - too much can be harmful. Confirm a deficiency with a blood test first.
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Nutrient gap worth checking
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) Deficiency
Evidence grade not assigned · Traditional use recognised
Reversible cause of dizziness and imbalance
Why it may be relevant
Low B12 can leave you lightheaded, foggy, or off-balance, through both anemia and its effects on the nervous system.
B12 deficiency is a common, easily missed, and correctable cause of dizziness; a blood test can check your level.
Dose or use Ask your doctor to test your B12 level; if low, correct it with diet, supplements, or injections as advised.
Key study B12 deficiency is an established, reversible cause of dizziness and imbalance; identifying and correcting it is standard care, best confirmed by a blood test rather than assumed.
EvidenceNot yet assessed · We have not reviewed the literature for this oneTime to resultsTypically weeks to a few months once correctedTraditional useRecognised traditional use
Caution: Confirm with testing before long-term supplementing, and get evaluated if you have numbness, tingling, or balance problems.
Standardized extract with RCT support for dizziness/vertigo
Why it may be relevant
If you feel lightheaded or foggy, standardized Ginkgo biloba extract (EGb 761) has been studied specifically for dizziness and vertigo, where it is thought to support blood flow to the brain and inner ear.
In a 12-week double-blind randomized trial (n=86) in adults with dizziness or vertigo of unclear cause, standardized Ginkgo extract EGb 761 eased dizziness severity and handicap scores about as much as the standard medication betahistine.
Dose or use Standardized extract such as EGb 761 was used at about 120 mg/day in the trial; follow product labeling and consult a healthcare practitioner, especially if you take other medications.
Key study Randomized Controlled Trial (2026, PMID 41487075): Efficacy of EGb 761 and Betahistine in Treatment of Dizziness/Vertigo: A Randomized Double-Blind Controlled Trial.
EvidenceSupported by smaller clinical studies · Centuries of traditional useTime to resultsTypically 6-12 weeksTraditional useLong-standing traditional staple
Caution: May interact with blood thinners and increase bleeding risk; stop before surgery and avoid during pregnancy. Check with your doctor if you take other medications.
Evidence grade not assigned · Traditional use long-standing
Herbal compound traditionally used for vertigo
Why it may be relevant
For spinning or off-balance dizziness, gastrodin - from the Chinese herb Gastrodia elata - has traditionally been used specifically for dizziness and vertigo.
Long used in Chinese medicine for dizziness, vertigo and headache; taken as a standardized supplement.
Dose or use Follow product labeling; consult a healthcare practitioner, especially if you take other medications.
Key study Traditionally used for this condition; this specific use has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.
EvidenceCenturies of traditional use · Human evidence not yet assessedTime to resultsTypically 2-6 weeksTraditional useLong-standing traditional staple
Caution: Product quality varies; check with your practitioner if pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking sedatives or other medications.
When your dizziness feels tied to stress or anxiety, HRV biofeedback trains slow, paced breathing to steady the nervous system; a small trial explored it specifically for functional (stress-linked) dizziness.
In a small pilot RCT (n=24) in people with functional dizziness, HRV biofeedback improved autonomic balance and lowered depressive symptoms. It aims to calm the nervous system rather than being proven to cut the number of dizziness episodes.
Dose or use Practice guided HRV/paced-breathing biofeedback for about 15-20 minutes per session, several sessions a week, ideally with an app or device and a trained practitioner (the trial used six 20-minute sessions).
Key study RCT (2025, PMID 40072625): Heart rate variability biofeedback in patients with functional dizziness.
EvidenceLimited human trials so far · Most of the research is laboratory or animal workTime to resultsTypically 4–8 weeks
Caution: Best guided by a trained practitioner, especially if you have a heart condition or irregular heartbeat.
Evidence grade not assigned · Traditional use long-standing
Traditional 'Wind Pool' point for dizziness/vertigo
Why it may be relevant
For spinning or off-balance dizziness, GB20 at the base of the skull is a traditional point used to ease dizziness and support blood flow to the head.
Long used in Chinese medicine for dizziness, headaches and neck tension, and simple to press on yourself as gentle self-care.
Dose or use Find the two hollows at the base of the skull either side of the spine; press firmly with your thumbs for 1-2 minutes, both sides, 1-2x daily.
Key study Traditionally used for this purpose; this specific use has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.
EvidenceCenturies of traditional use · Human evidence not yet assessedTime to resultsOften eased within minutes; ongoing use over weeksTraditional useLong-standing traditional staple
Caution: Use steady, gentle pressure and stop if it causes pain or headache. Not a substitute for evaluation of new or severe dizziness.
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Pressure point
PC6 (Neiguan) - Pericardium 6
Evidence grade not assigned · Traditional use long-standing
Classic point for nausea with spinning dizziness
Why it may be relevant
Spinning dizziness often brings a queasy, motion-sick feeling; PC6 on the inner forearm is the point most widely used to settle that nausea.
Widely used for nausea (it's the point targeted by motion-sickness wristbands), and easy and safe to press yourself.
Dose or use Three finger-widths below the wrist crease, between the two central tendons; press firmly for 1-2 minutes on each arm as needed.
Key study Traditionally used for this purpose; this specific use has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.
EvidenceCenturies of traditional use · Human evidence not yet assessedTime to resultsOften felt within minutesTraditional useLong-standing traditional staple
Caution: Use gentle pressure only. Seek care if dizziness or vomiting is severe or persistent.
What kind of help would I rather start with?
Guided care from a practitioner - acupuncture or nervous-system training
When your dizziness feels tied to stress or anxiety, HRV biofeedback trains slow, paced breathing to steady the nervous system; a small trial explored it specifically for functional (stress-linked) dizziness.
In a small pilot RCT (n=24) in people with functional dizziness, HRV biofeedback improved autonomic balance and lowered depressive symptoms. It aims to calm the nervous system rather than being proven to cut the number of dizziness episodes.
Dose or use Practice guided HRV/paced-breathing biofeedback for about 15-20 minutes per session, several sessions a week, ideally with an app or device and a trained practitioner (the trial used six 20-minute sessions).
Key study RCT (2025, PMID 40072625): Heart rate variability biofeedback in patients with functional dizziness.
EvidenceLimited human trials so far · Most of the research is laboratory or animal workTime to resultsTypically 4–8 weeks
Caution: Best guided by a trained practitioner, especially if you have a heart condition or irregular heartbeat.
Evidence grade not assigned · Traditional use long-standing
Traditionally used for vertigo and balance issues
Why it may be relevant
For spinning or balance-related dizziness, acupuncture is traditionally used to address inner ear imbalance and restore equilibrium.
Traditionally used in Chinese medicine to address vertigo and balance disruption through specific meridian points.
Dose or use Press firmly 2–3 min, both sides, 1–2x daily (acupressure); seek a licensed acupuncturist for needle treatment.
Key study Traditionally used for this condition; this specific use has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.
EvidenceCenturies of traditional use · Human evidence not yet assessedTime to resultsTypically 2–6 weeksTraditional useLong-standing traditional staple
Caution: Seek a licensed practitioner; inform them of any bleeding disorders or medications.
I'm also tired or run-down - could something be off in my blood?
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Nutrient gap worth checking
Iron Deficiency
Evidence grade not assigned · Traditional use recognised
Common, correctable cause of lightheadedness
Why it may be relevant
If you feel lightheaded, foggy, or worse on exertion, low iron is a common cause - it lowers the oxygen your blood can carry.
Iron-deficiency anemia is a well-recognized and checkable cause of dizziness and fatigue; a simple blood test can confirm it.
Dose or use Ask your doctor for a ferritin or blood-count test before supplementing; if low, correct with iron-rich foods or supplements as advised.
Key study Iron-deficiency anemia is a recognized cause of dizziness; identifying and correcting the deficiency is standard care, best confirmed by a blood test rather than assumed.
EvidenceNot yet assessed · We have not reviewed the literature for this oneTime to resultsTypically several weeks once correctedTraditional useRecognised traditional use
Caution: Don't self-dose iron without testing - too much can be harmful. Confirm a deficiency with a blood test first.
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Nutrient gap worth checking
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) Deficiency
Evidence grade not assigned · Traditional use recognised
Reversible cause of dizziness and imbalance
Why it may be relevant
Low B12 can leave you lightheaded, foggy, or off-balance, through both anemia and its effects on the nervous system.
B12 deficiency is a common, easily missed, and correctable cause of dizziness; a blood test can check your level.
Dose or use Ask your doctor to test your B12 level; if low, correct it with diet, supplements, or injections as advised.
Key study B12 deficiency is an established, reversible cause of dizziness and imbalance; identifying and correcting it is standard care, best confirmed by a blood test rather than assumed.
EvidenceNot yet assessed · We have not reviewed the literature for this oneTime to resultsTypically weeks to a few months once correctedTraditional useRecognised traditional use
Caution: Confirm with testing before long-term supplementing, and get evaluated if you have numbness, tingling, or balance problems.
How does my dizziness mostly show up?
Spinning spells (vertigo), sometimes with queasiness or feeling off-balance
Evidence grade not assigned · Traditional use long-standing
Traditionally used for vertigo and balance issues
Why it may be relevant
For spinning or balance-related dizziness, acupuncture is traditionally used to address inner ear imbalance and restore equilibrium.
Traditionally used in Chinese medicine to address vertigo and balance disruption through specific meridian points.
Dose or use Press firmly 2–3 min, both sides, 1–2x daily (acupressure); seek a licensed acupuncturist for needle treatment.
Key study Traditionally used for this condition; this specific use has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.
EvidenceCenturies of traditional use · Human evidence not yet assessedTime to resultsTypically 2–6 weeksTraditional useLong-standing traditional staple
Caution: Seek a licensed practitioner; inform them of any bleeding disorders or medications.
Evidence grade not assigned · Traditional use long-standing
Herbal compound traditionally used for vertigo
Why it may be relevant
For spinning or off-balance dizziness, gastrodin - from the Chinese herb Gastrodia elata - has traditionally been used specifically for dizziness and vertigo.
Long used in Chinese medicine for dizziness, vertigo and headache; taken as a standardized supplement.
Dose or use Follow product labeling; consult a healthcare practitioner, especially if you take other medications.
Key study Traditionally used for this condition; this specific use has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.
EvidenceCenturies of traditional use · Human evidence not yet assessedTime to resultsTypically 2-6 weeksTraditional useLong-standing traditional staple
Caution: Product quality varies; check with your practitioner if pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking sedatives or other medications.
Evidence grade not assigned · Traditional use long-standing
Traditional 'Wind Pool' point for dizziness/vertigo
Why it may be relevant
For spinning or off-balance dizziness, GB20 at the base of the skull is a traditional point used to ease dizziness and support blood flow to the head.
Long used in Chinese medicine for dizziness, headaches and neck tension, and simple to press on yourself as gentle self-care.
Dose or use Find the two hollows at the base of the skull either side of the spine; press firmly with your thumbs for 1-2 minutes, both sides, 1-2x daily.
Key study Traditionally used for this purpose; this specific use has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.
EvidenceCenturies of traditional use · Human evidence not yet assessedTime to resultsOften eased within minutes; ongoing use over weeksTraditional useLong-standing traditional staple
Caution: Use steady, gentle pressure and stop if it causes pain or headache. Not a substitute for evaluation of new or severe dizziness.
–
Pressure point
PC6 (Neiguan) - Pericardium 6
Evidence grade not assigned · Traditional use long-standing
Classic point for nausea with spinning dizziness
Why it may be relevant
Spinning dizziness often brings a queasy, motion-sick feeling; PC6 on the inner forearm is the point most widely used to settle that nausea.
Widely used for nausea (it's the point targeted by motion-sickness wristbands), and easy and safe to press yourself.
Dose or use Three finger-widths below the wrist crease, between the two central tendons; press firmly for 1-2 minutes on each arm as needed.
Key study Traditionally used for this purpose; this specific use has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.
EvidenceCenturies of traditional use · Human evidence not yet assessedTime to resultsOften felt within minutesTraditional useLong-standing traditional staple
Caution: Use gentle pressure only. Seek care if dizziness or vomiting is severe or persistent.
What kind of help would I rather start with?
I'd rather rule out a fixable cause with a simple blood test first
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Nutrient gap worth checking
Iron Deficiency
Evidence grade not assigned · Traditional use recognised
Common, correctable cause of lightheadedness
Why it may be relevant
If you feel lightheaded, foggy, or worse on exertion, low iron is a common cause - it lowers the oxygen your blood can carry.
Iron-deficiency anemia is a well-recognized and checkable cause of dizziness and fatigue; a simple blood test can confirm it.
Dose or use Ask your doctor for a ferritin or blood-count test before supplementing; if low, correct with iron-rich foods or supplements as advised.
Key study Iron-deficiency anemia is a recognized cause of dizziness; identifying and correcting the deficiency is standard care, best confirmed by a blood test rather than assumed.
EvidenceNot yet assessed · We have not reviewed the literature for this oneTime to resultsTypically several weeks once correctedTraditional useRecognised traditional use
Caution: Don't self-dose iron without testing - too much can be harmful. Confirm a deficiency with a blood test first.
–
Nutrient gap worth checking
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) Deficiency
Evidence grade not assigned · Traditional use recognised
Reversible cause of dizziness and imbalance
Why it may be relevant
Low B12 can leave you lightheaded, foggy, or off-balance, through both anemia and its effects on the nervous system.
B12 deficiency is a common, easily missed, and correctable cause of dizziness; a blood test can check your level.
Dose or use Ask your doctor to test your B12 level; if low, correct it with diet, supplements, or injections as advised.
Key study B12 deficiency is an established, reversible cause of dizziness and imbalance; identifying and correcting it is standard care, best confirmed by a blood test rather than assumed.
EvidenceNot yet assessed · We have not reviewed the literature for this oneTime to resultsTypically weeks to a few months once correctedTraditional useRecognised traditional use
Caution: Confirm with testing before long-term supplementing, and get evaluated if you have numbness, tingling, or balance problems.
What kind of help would I rather start with?
Quick hands-on techniques I can do myself, anywhere
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Pressure point
DU20 (Baihui) - Governing Vessel 20
Evidence grade not assigned · Traditional use long-standing
Crown point traditionally used for dizziness and fog
Why it may be relevant
When you feel lightheaded or foggy, DU20 at the crown of the head is traditionally used to lift mental clarity and ease dizziness.
A classic Chinese-medicine point named for dizziness and mental fatigue, and simple to press as self-care.
Dose or use At the crown of the head, on the midline level with the tops of the ears; press gently in small circles for 1-2 minutes, 1-2x daily.
Key study Traditionally used for this purpose; this specific use has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.
EvidenceCenturies of traditional use · Human evidence not yet assessedTime to resultsOften felt within minutes; ongoing use over weeksTraditional useLong-standing traditional staple
Caution: Use light pressure. Not a substitute for medical assessment if lightheadedness is new, severe, or comes with fainting.
–
Pressure point
GB20 (Fengchi) - Gallbladder 20
Evidence grade not assigned · Traditional use long-standing
Traditional 'Wind Pool' point for dizziness/vertigo
Why it may be relevant
For spinning or off-balance dizziness, GB20 at the base of the skull is a traditional point used to ease dizziness and support blood flow to the head.
Long used in Chinese medicine for dizziness, headaches and neck tension, and simple to press on yourself as gentle self-care.
Dose or use Find the two hollows at the base of the skull either side of the spine; press firmly with your thumbs for 1-2 minutes, both sides, 1-2x daily.
Key study Traditionally used for this purpose; this specific use has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.
EvidenceCenturies of traditional use · Human evidence not yet assessedTime to resultsOften eased within minutes; ongoing use over weeksTraditional useLong-standing traditional staple
Caution: Use steady, gentle pressure and stop if it causes pain or headache. Not a substitute for evaluation of new or severe dizziness.
–
Pressure point
PC6 (Neiguan) - Pericardium 6
Evidence grade not assigned · Traditional use long-standing
Classic point for nausea with spinning dizziness
Why it may be relevant
Spinning dizziness often brings a queasy, motion-sick feeling; PC6 on the inner forearm is the point most widely used to settle that nausea.
Widely used for nausea (it's the point targeted by motion-sickness wristbands), and easy and safe to press yourself.
Dose or use Three finger-widths below the wrist crease, between the two central tendons; press firmly for 1-2 minutes on each arm as needed.
Key study Traditionally used for this purpose; this specific use has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.
EvidenceCenturies of traditional use · Human evidence not yet assessedTime to resultsOften felt within minutesTraditional useLong-standing traditional staple
Caution: Use gentle pressure only. Seek care if dizziness or vomiting is severe or persistent.
Evidence grades describe the strength of published research for Dizziness, not a promise of results. A higher grade is not a personal recommendation. Nothing here is medical advice — talk to your clinician before starting anything, especially alongside prescription medication.
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Acupressure is a comfort measure, not a treatment for Dizziness itself. Each page shows where the point is and how to press it.
