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Female: 90% of us consider stress an inevitable part of our lives but it does not have to be that way.
Female: We all know what it feels to be like under stress. Yet most of us do not know why we experience such condition. Let us look how stress works. Doctors call about this reaction to stressful events, general adaptation syndrome. During tense times, our bodies release adrenaline and corticosteroids. This reaction, the Fight or Flight Response was designed to help man defend himself. The Fight or Flight Response is healthy in small doses. Unfortunately, exposure to continuous stressors like traffic jams or piles of work causes many of us to remain in this heightened state for hours or even days. The result of this constant attention includes both short term effects like tense muscles and rapid heart rate. And, long term ones like high blood pressure, a weakened immune system and depression. The good news is we have got ten tips that can help.
Let us start with diet. Research has shown that B-Complex and C Vitamins and the minerals, Magnesium and Zinc can help to ease stress symptoms. Vitamin C and Magnesium lowers stress levels because they help the brain produce Serotonin, a hormone that regulates mood. Zinc and Vitamin B-Complex fight free radicals, a term that refers to toxins found in the air and the harmful by-products of digestion. Fresh vegetables, fruits, almonds, fish and whole grains contain these essential vitamins and minerals and are great stress fasting foods. You can also combat stress with a supplement. St. John’s Wort is an herb that inhibits stress hormones and increases Serotonin levels in the brain.
Your approach can help too. Remembering that tension is a natural part of life can help curb your response to it. Take a minute to remind yourself that these two shall pass. Sometimes a gentle touch or acupressure can relieve stress. One point, lieu is priced for easing emotional stress and tense breathing. Find lieu one by sitting in a comfortable chair with your backs straight. Use your thumbs to press outside of your upper chest, just below your first rib. Maintain pressure for one minute. Another effective way to end your stress response is with simple meditation. For best results, set aside 10-20 minutes for calm reflection.
If you prefer more formal approach, try this Yoga meditation technique. Sit quietly with eyes close. Pick a short phrase or word that calms you like “uhm” or “peace”. Repeat the word as you clear your mind and relax your muscles. When meditating, always remember to breath. Deep relaxing breaths in and out through the nose help relieve stress. Even without meditation, just five minutes of deep breathing can be quite beneficial. And finally if you are feeling stressed, take a time out to do something you enjoy, your body and mind will thank you. Stress is no fun but with the little know-how, you can control your response to it, ensuring the calmer, happier you.
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