OCD: natural remedies and the evidence behind them

When you feel stuck repeating rituals, CBT — especially Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) — works directly on the compulsion cycle, helping you sit with the anxiety without performing the ritual until the urge fades.

CBT with ERP is widely regarded as the first-line, evidence-based psychotherapy for OCD, structured specifically to reduce compulsive behaviors. Best delivered by a trained therapist.

Dose or use Work with a CBT/ERP-trained therapist, typically weekly sessions plus between-session exposure practice.

Key study Network meta-analysis (2026, PMID 41189304) of 61 randomized controlled trials (3710 patients with OCD) found all CBT delivery formats significantly more effective than control at reducing OCD symptom severity; CBT with exposure and response prevention is the established first-line psychotherapy for OCD.

Intrusive thought patterns in OCD are linked to glutamate dysregulation, which NAC is thought to help modulate at a neurochemical level.

A systematic review and meta-analysis of add-on trials suggests NAC may help reduce OCD symptoms when used alongside standard treatment, though results across studies are mixed.

Dose or use Follow product labeling; consult a healthcare practitioner.

Key study Systematic review (2024, PMID 39376972): meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials of N-acetylcysteine as an add-on to standard OCD treatment in adults, reporting a favorable safety profile and possible symptom benefit, with mixed results across trials.

For those stuck in compulsive loops, exercise provides a structured, productive outlet, and early research suggests it may help ease OCD symptoms.

Early research — a recent review that pooled small, mostly uncontrolled studies, plus a randomized trial where exercise was added to standard care — hints that regular physical activity may help ease OCD symptoms, but the evidence is limited and not yet conclusive. Use it as a supportive habit alongside first-line care, not a standalone treatment.

Dose or use Aim for 30 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise (e.g., brisk walking, cycling) most days of the week.

Key study Systematic review and meta-analysis (2026, PMID 42129701): the OCD portion pooled only two single-group (uncontrolled) pre-post studies showing symptom reduction; a separate randomized controlled trial (PMID 37494756, n=125) found exercise alone did not significantly outperform control, so evidence for standalone exercise in OCD remains preliminary.

Inositol is a second-messenger precursor in serotonin signaling — the same system targeted by first-line OCD medications — and in a small controlled trial it modestly reduced OCD symptoms, which is why it is of interest for compulsive patterns.

One small double-blind, placebo-controlled trial found high-dose inositol reduced OCD symptoms more than placebo. Evidence is limited to that single small study, so treat it as a supportive option alongside established care rather than a primary treatment.

Dose or use The trial used about 18 g/day, which is very high — only use doses like that under a practitioner's guidance; otherwise follow product labeling and consult a healthcare practitioner.

Key study Double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover randomized trial (1996, PMID 8780431): 13 adults with OCD had significantly lower Yale-Brown Obsessive-Compulsive Scale scores on 18 g/day inositol than on placebo over 6 weeks — an encouraging but very small, single early trial.

If stress and tension crank your symptoms up, low magnesium can add to that edge — it supports nerve and muscle relaxation and a steadier stress response.

Magnesium supports over 300 reactions in the body, including nerve and muscle function; when it runs low, people often notice more tension, cramps, and stress sensitivity.

Dose or use Learn the signs of low magnesium and include magnesium-rich foods (leafy greens, nuts, seeds, whole grains); discuss testing or a supplement with your provider.

Key study Educational deficiency guide; low magnesium is linked to anxiety and stress reactivity, but correcting it as a treatment for OCD has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

Mindfulness-based approaches directly target the cognitive patterns — like inferential confusion and obsessive beliefs — that keep intrusive thoughts feeling so threatening.

Meta-analyses of randomized trials suggest mindfulness- and acceptance-based programmes can meaningfully reduce OCD symptom severity — roughly comparable to CBT in head-to-head trials and clearly better than no treatment. Use it as a structured complement to, not a replacement for, established OCD therapy.

Dose or use Structured 8-week MBSR or MBCT programs; apps like Insight Timer or in-person courses are widely available.

Key study Systematic review and meta-analysis (2025, PMID 39862744): Mindfulness- and acceptance-based programmes for obsessive-compulsive disorder analysed 46 trials (2221 patients); the between-group randomized-trial analysis showed large reductions in OCD severity versus control and results comparable to cognitive behavioural therapy and exposure and response prevention.

If you want to support your brain chemistry from the inside out, inositol works on the serotonin signaling pathways that are central to OCD.

Inositol (myo-inositol) is a naturally occurring nutrient involved in serotonin signaling. In a small early double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial, high-dose inositol lowered OCD symptom scores more than placebo — an encouraging but preliminary result that still needs confirmation in larger trials.

Dose or use High doses (often around 12–18 g of myo-inositol daily in divided doses) have been used in studies; follow product labeling and work with a healthcare practitioner on your dose.

Key study Randomized Controlled Trial (1996, PMID 8780431): Inositol treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder. A double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial in which 13 patients taking 18 g/day of inositol had significantly lower Yale-Brown OCD scores than on placebo; the sample was small, so the finding is preliminary.

Intrusive thought patterns in OCD are linked to glutamate dysregulation, which NAC is thought to help modulate at a neurochemical level.

A systematic review and meta-analysis of add-on trials suggests NAC may help reduce OCD symptoms when used alongside standard treatment, though results across studies are mixed.

Dose or use Follow product labeling; consult a healthcare practitioner.

Key study Systematic review (2024, PMID 39376972): meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials of N-acetylcysteine as an add-on to standard OCD treatment in adults, reporting a favorable safety profile and possible symptom benefit, with mixed results across trials.

Inositol is a second-messenger precursor in serotonin signaling — the same system targeted by first-line OCD medications — and in a small controlled trial it modestly reduced OCD symptoms, which is why it is of interest for compulsive patterns.

One small double-blind, placebo-controlled trial found high-dose inositol reduced OCD symptoms more than placebo. Evidence is limited to that single small study, so treat it as a supportive option alongside established care rather than a primary treatment.

Dose or use The trial used about 18 g/day, which is very high — only use doses like that under a practitioner's guidance; otherwise follow product labeling and consult a healthcare practitioner.

Key study Double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover randomized trial (1996, PMID 8780431): 13 adults with OCD had significantly lower Yale-Brown Obsessive-Compulsive Scale scores on 18 g/day inositol than on placebo over 6 weeks — an encouraging but very small, single early trial.

When intrusive thoughts won't quiet down, St. John's wort works on serotonin pathways — the same system involved in obsessive thought patterns — which is why it has traditionally been used for OCD and low mood.

St. John's wort is a well-known serotonergic herb whose traditional and library-documented uses include OCD, low mood and anxiety. Its benefit specifically for OCD has not been shown in controlled clinical trials here, so consider it a supportive, secondary option rather than a primary one — and only under medical oversight because of serious drug interactions.

Dose or use Follow product labeling for a standardized extract; introduce it only under a practitioner's guidance.

Key study Traditionally used for this condition and listed among its uses in the product library; this specific use has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

Mindfulness-based approaches directly target the cognitive patterns — like inferential confusion and obsessive beliefs — that keep intrusive thoughts feeling so threatening.

Meta-analyses of randomized trials suggest mindfulness- and acceptance-based programmes can meaningfully reduce OCD symptom severity — roughly comparable to CBT in head-to-head trials and clearly better than no treatment. Use it as a structured complement to, not a replacement for, established OCD therapy.

Dose or use Structured 8-week MBSR or MBCT programs; apps like Insight Timer or in-person courses are widely available.

Key study Systematic review and meta-analysis (2025, PMID 39862744): Mindfulness- and acceptance-based programmes for obsessive-compulsive disorder analysed 46 trials (2221 patients); the between-group randomized-trial analysis showed large reductions in OCD severity versus control and results comparable to cognitive behavioural therapy and exposure and response prevention.

When you feel stuck repeating rituals, CBT — especially Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) — works directly on the compulsion cycle, helping you sit with the anxiety without performing the ritual until the urge fades.

CBT with ERP is widely regarded as the first-line, evidence-based psychotherapy for OCD, structured specifically to reduce compulsive behaviors. Best delivered by a trained therapist.

Dose or use Work with a CBT/ERP-trained therapist, typically weekly sessions plus between-session exposure practice.

Key study Network meta-analysis (2026, PMID 41189304) of 61 randomized controlled trials (3710 patients with OCD) found all CBT delivery formats significantly more effective than control at reducing OCD symptom severity; CBT with exposure and response prevention is the established first-line psychotherapy for OCD.

EFT tapping is traditionally used to release emotional charge around anxiety triggers, making it a practical tool when anxiety is fueling OCD cycles.

Traditionally used as a self-help technique combining acupressure points with verbal processing to reduce emotional intensity around anxious triggers.

Dose or use Press firmly on tapping points (karate chop, eyebrow, side of eye, under eye, under nose, chin, collarbone, underarm) for 2–3 minutes per round, 1–2x daily.

Key study Traditionally used for this condition; this specific use has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

When anxiety is the main fuel for OCD, yoga's combination of breathwork, movement, and mindfulness may help calm that stress response.

A randomized controlled trial found that adding a structured yoga programme to usual medication produced significantly greater reductions in obsessions, compulsions and anxiety over four weeks than continuing medication alone — promising, though the trial was small. Use yoga as a complement to, not a replacement for, first-line OCD care.

Dose or use Aim for 3–5 sessions per week; beginner classes or apps are a good starting point.

Key study Randomized controlled trial (2024, PMID 39079446): 42 adults with OCD continuing their medication were randomized to a validated add-on yoga programme or waitlist; the yoga group showed significantly greater improvement on the Yale-Brown Obsessive-Compulsive Scale (obsessions and compulsions), anxiety and depression at 4 weeks.

When anxiety is driving OCD, acupuncture is traditionally used to ease nervous tension and support emotional regulation.

Traditionally used in Chinese medicine to support the nervous system and reduce anxiety-related symptoms.

Dose or use Work with a qualified, licensed practitioner; ask them how many sessions and how often are right for you.

Key study Traditionally used for this condition; this specific use has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

When anxiety and stress are what fuel your OCD, ashwagandha is a traditional adaptogen used to lower the body's overall stress response and take the edge off day-to-day anxiety.

Ashwagandha is an Ayurvedic adaptogen with a long track record for stress and anxiety. Its use specifically for OCD is adjunctive and has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials here.

Dose or use Follow product labeling for a standardized root extract; consult a healthcare practitioner.

Key study Traditionally used for stress and anxiety; its specific use for OCD has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

EFT tapping is traditionally used to release emotional charge around anxiety triggers, making it a practical tool when anxiety is fueling OCD cycles.

Traditionally used as a self-help technique combining acupressure points with verbal processing to reduce emotional intensity around anxious triggers.

Dose or use Press firmly on tapping points (karate chop, eyebrow, side of eye, under eye, under nose, chin, collarbone, underarm) for 2–3 minutes per round, 1–2x daily.

Key study Traditionally used for this condition; this specific use has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

Supporting brain chemistry from the inside out starts with the raw materials — tryptophan is the amino acid your body converts into serotonin, the messenger most linked to OCD.

Tryptophan is an essential amino acid needed to make serotonin; low levels are associated with irritability, anxiety, and mood disturbance, so it is worth making sure your intake is adequate.

Dose or use Learn the signs of low tryptophan and include protein-rich foods (turkey, eggs, dairy, seeds); ask your provider before adding a tryptophan supplement.

Key study Educational deficiency guide; low tryptophan is associated with mood and anxiety symptoms, but correcting it as a treatment for OCD has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

When anxiety is the main fuel for OCD, yoga's combination of breathwork, movement, and mindfulness may help calm that stress response.

A randomized controlled trial found that adding a structured yoga programme to usual medication produced significantly greater reductions in obsessions, compulsions and anxiety over four weeks than continuing medication alone — promising, though the trial was small. Use yoga as a complement to, not a replacement for, first-line OCD care.

Dose or use Aim for 3–5 sessions per week; beginner classes or apps are a good starting point.

Key study Randomized controlled trial (2024, PMID 39079446): 42 adults with OCD continuing their medication were randomized to a validated add-on yoga programme or waitlist; the yoga group showed significantly greater improvement on the Yale-Brown Obsessive-Compulsive Scale (obsessions and compulsions), anxiety and depression at 4 weeks.

For those stuck in compulsive loops, exercise provides a structured, productive outlet, and early research suggests it may help ease OCD symptoms.

Early research — a recent review that pooled small, mostly uncontrolled studies, plus a randomized trial where exercise was added to standard care — hints that regular physical activity may help ease OCD symptoms, but the evidence is limited and not yet conclusive. Use it as a supportive habit alongside first-line care, not a standalone treatment.

Dose or use Aim for 30 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise (e.g., brisk walking, cycling) most days of the week.

Key study Systematic review and meta-analysis (2026, PMID 42129701): the OCD portion pooled only two single-group (uncontrolled) pre-post studies showing symptom reduction; a separate randomized controlled trial (PMID 37494756, n=125) found exercise alone did not significantly outperform control, so evidence for standalone exercise in OCD remains preliminary.

If you want to support your brain chemistry from the inside out, inositol works on the serotonin signaling pathways that are central to OCD.

Inositol (myo-inositol) is a naturally occurring nutrient involved in serotonin signaling. In a small early double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial, high-dose inositol lowered OCD symptom scores more than placebo — an encouraging but preliminary result that still needs confirmation in larger trials.

Dose or use High doses (often around 12–18 g of myo-inositol daily in divided doses) have been used in studies; follow product labeling and work with a healthcare practitioner on your dose.

Key study Randomized Controlled Trial (1996, PMID 8780431): Inositol treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder. A double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial in which 13 patients taking 18 g/day of inositol had significantly lower Yale-Brown OCD scores than on placebo; the sample was small, so the finding is preliminary.

Intrusive thought patterns in OCD are linked to glutamate dysregulation, which NAC is thought to help modulate at a neurochemical level.

A systematic review and meta-analysis of add-on trials suggests NAC may help reduce OCD symptoms when used alongside standard treatment, though results across studies are mixed.

Dose or use Follow product labeling; consult a healthcare practitioner.

Key study Systematic review (2024, PMID 39376972): meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials of N-acetylcysteine as an add-on to standard OCD treatment in adults, reporting a favorable safety profile and possible symptom benefit, with mixed results across trials.

Inositol is a second-messenger precursor in serotonin signaling — the same system targeted by first-line OCD medications — and in a small controlled trial it modestly reduced OCD symptoms, which is why it is of interest for compulsive patterns.

One small double-blind, placebo-controlled trial found high-dose inositol reduced OCD symptoms more than placebo. Evidence is limited to that single small study, so treat it as a supportive option alongside established care rather than a primary treatment.

Dose or use The trial used about 18 g/day, which is very high — only use doses like that under a practitioner's guidance; otherwise follow product labeling and consult a healthcare practitioner.

Key study Double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover randomized trial (1996, PMID 8780431): 13 adults with OCD had significantly lower Yale-Brown Obsessive-Compulsive Scale scores on 18 g/day inositol than on placebo over 6 weeks — an encouraging but very small, single early trial.

When anxiety and stress are what fuel your OCD, ashwagandha is a traditional adaptogen used to lower the body's overall stress response and take the edge off day-to-day anxiety.

Ashwagandha is an Ayurvedic adaptogen with a long track record for stress and anxiety. Its use specifically for OCD is adjunctive and has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials here.

Dose or use Follow product labeling for a standardized root extract; consult a healthcare practitioner.

Key study Traditionally used for stress and anxiety; its specific use for OCD has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

When intrusive thoughts won't quiet down, St. John's wort works on serotonin pathways — the same system involved in obsessive thought patterns — which is why it has traditionally been used for OCD and low mood.

St. John's wort is a well-known serotonergic herb whose traditional and library-documented uses include OCD, low mood and anxiety. Its benefit specifically for OCD has not been shown in controlled clinical trials here, so consider it a supportive, secondary option rather than a primary one — and only under medical oversight because of serious drug interactions.

Dose or use Follow product labeling for a standardized extract; introduce it only under a practitioner's guidance.

Key study Traditionally used for this condition and listed among its uses in the product library; this specific use has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

EFT tapping is traditionally used to release emotional charge around anxiety triggers, making it a practical tool when anxiety is fueling OCD cycles.

Traditionally used as a self-help technique combining acupressure points with verbal processing to reduce emotional intensity around anxious triggers.

Dose or use Press firmly on tapping points (karate chop, eyebrow, side of eye, under eye, under nose, chin, collarbone, underarm) for 2–3 minutes per round, 1–2x daily.

Key study Traditionally used for this condition; this specific use has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

When anxiety is driving your OCD, HT7 (Shenmen, the 'Spirit Gate') is the classic self-acupressure point used to settle a racing mind and ease anxious tension in the moment.

HT7 is a well-known Traditional Chinese Medicine point for calming the mind, anxiety and insomnia, and it is easy to press on yourself.

Dose or use Find it on the wrist crease, pinky side of the inner forearm; press firmly with your thumb for 1-2 minutes, breathing slowly, a few times a day.

Key study Traditionally used in Chinese medicine to calm the mind and ease anxiety; this specific use for OCD has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

When anxiety and irritability build up and feed your OCD, LV3 (Taichong, the 'Great Surge') is a traditional point used to release that tension and help you feel more emotionally settled.

LV3 is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine specifically to reduce stress and anxiety and promote emotional balance, and it is easy to reach for self-acupressure.

Dose or use Find it on the top of the foot in the web between the big toe and second toe; press firmly for 1-2 minutes on each foot, breathing slowly.

Key study Traditionally used in Chinese medicine to reduce stress and anxiety; this specific use for OCD has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

When stress and anxiety are winding you up, PC6 (Neiguan, the 'Inner Pass') is a traditional self-acupressure point used to steady the nervous system and ease agitation.

PC6 is one of the best-known Traditional Chinese Medicine points for calming the mind and easing anxiety and nausea, and it is simple to self-administer.

Dose or use Locate it on the inner forearm about three finger-widths above the wrist crease, between the two tendons; press for 1-2 minutes on each arm, a few times daily.

Key study Traditionally used in Chinese medicine to calm the mind and reduce anxiety; this specific use for OCD has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

Mental fatigue and nervous system depletion in OCD can be worsened if magnesium is low — correcting a deficiency may restore a calmer baseline.

If you're low in magnesium, correcting that deficiency can support nervous system function and help ease the mental exhaustion that accompanies chronic OCD.

Dose or use Follow product labeling; consult a healthcare practitioner.

Key study Traditionally used for this condition; this specific use has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

When you feel mentally drained, low omega-3 (EPA and DHA) can contribute to fatigue, low mood and foggy thinking — so checking and correcting a shortfall may lift some of that mental exhaustion.

EPA and DHA support mood, brain function and energy; if your intake is low, correcting the deficiency can help the low-energy, cognitively drained side of OCD.

Dose or use Increase oily fish or take an EPA/DHA fish-oil supplement per label; ideally confirm low levels with your practitioner first.

Key study Omega-3 (EPA/DHA) deficiency is associated with fatigue, low mood and impaired brain function; its role specifically in OCD has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

Mental exhaustion in OCD can sometimes be compounded by low vitamin D — if you're deficient, correcting it may support overall mood and cognitive energy.

If you're low in vitamin D, correcting that deficiency can support brain function and mood regulation, which may benefit those feeling mentally drained.

Dose or use Follow product labeling; consult a healthcare practitioner.

Key study Traditionally used for this condition; this specific use has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

Mental fatigue and nervous system depletion in OCD can be worsened if magnesium is low — correcting a deficiency may restore a calmer baseline.

If you're low in magnesium, correcting that deficiency can support nervous system function and help ease the mental exhaustion that accompanies chronic OCD.

Dose or use Follow product labeling; consult a healthcare practitioner.

Key study Traditionally used for this condition; this specific use has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

If stress and tension crank your symptoms up, low magnesium can add to that edge — it supports nerve and muscle relaxation and a steadier stress response.

Magnesium supports over 300 reactions in the body, including nerve and muscle function; when it runs low, people often notice more tension, cramps, and stress sensitivity.

Dose or use Learn the signs of low magnesium and include magnesium-rich foods (leafy greens, nuts, seeds, whole grains); discuss testing or a supplement with your provider.

Key study Educational deficiency guide; low magnesium is linked to anxiety and stress reactivity, but correcting it as a treatment for OCD has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

When you feel mentally drained, low omega-3 (EPA and DHA) can contribute to fatigue, low mood and foggy thinking — so checking and correcting a shortfall may lift some of that mental exhaustion.

EPA and DHA support mood, brain function and energy; if your intake is low, correcting the deficiency can help the low-energy, cognitively drained side of OCD.

Dose or use Increase oily fish or take an EPA/DHA fish-oil supplement per label; ideally confirm low levels with your practitioner first.

Key study Omega-3 (EPA/DHA) deficiency is associated with fatigue, low mood and impaired brain function; its role specifically in OCD has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

Supporting brain chemistry from the inside out starts with the raw materials — tryptophan is the amino acid your body converts into serotonin, the messenger most linked to OCD.

Tryptophan is an essential amino acid needed to make serotonin; low levels are associated with irritability, anxiety, and mood disturbance, so it is worth making sure your intake is adequate.

Dose or use Learn the signs of low tryptophan and include protein-rich foods (turkey, eggs, dairy, seeds); ask your provider before adding a tryptophan supplement.

Key study Educational deficiency guide; low tryptophan is associated with mood and anxiety symptoms, but correcting it as a treatment for OCD has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

Mental exhaustion in OCD can sometimes be compounded by low vitamin D — if you're deficient, correcting it may support overall mood and cognitive energy.

If you're low in vitamin D, correcting that deficiency can support brain function and mood regulation, which may benefit those feeling mentally drained.

Dose or use Follow product labeling; consult a healthcare practitioner.

Key study Traditionally used for this condition; this specific use has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

When anxiety is driving OCD, acupuncture is traditionally used to ease nervous tension and support emotional regulation.

Traditionally used in Chinese medicine to support the nervous system and reduce anxiety-related symptoms.

Dose or use Work with a qualified, licensed practitioner; ask them how many sessions and how often are right for you.

Key study Traditionally used for this condition; this specific use has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

When anxiety is driving your OCD, HT7 (Shenmen, the 'Spirit Gate') is the classic self-acupressure point used to settle a racing mind and ease anxious tension in the moment.

HT7 is a well-known Traditional Chinese Medicine point for calming the mind, anxiety and insomnia, and it is easy to press on yourself.

Dose or use Find it on the wrist crease, pinky side of the inner forearm; press firmly with your thumb for 1-2 minutes, breathing slowly, a few times a day.

Key study Traditionally used in Chinese medicine to calm the mind and ease anxiety; this specific use for OCD has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

When anxiety and irritability build up and feed your OCD, LV3 (Taichong, the 'Great Surge') is a traditional point used to release that tension and help you feel more emotionally settled.

LV3 is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine specifically to reduce stress and anxiety and promote emotional balance, and it is easy to reach for self-acupressure.

Dose or use Find it on the top of the foot in the web between the big toe and second toe; press firmly for 1-2 minutes on each foot, breathing slowly.

Key study Traditionally used in Chinese medicine to reduce stress and anxiety; this specific use for OCD has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.

When stress and anxiety are winding you up, PC6 (Neiguan, the 'Inner Pass') is a traditional self-acupressure point used to steady the nervous system and ease agitation.

PC6 is one of the best-known Traditional Chinese Medicine points for calming the mind and easing anxiety and nausea, and it is simple to self-administer.

Dose or use Locate it on the inner forearm about three finger-widths above the wrist crease, between the two tendons; press for 1-2 minutes on each arm, a few times daily.

Key study Traditionally used in Chinese medicine to calm the mind and reduce anxiety; this specific use for OCD has not been confirmed in controlled clinical trials.