Posted in Stress Management on November 25th, 2008 Comments Off
With all the changes happening in our country, people are more stressed than ever. Experts are saying that one of the best ways to relieve stress is to laugh. When you laugh, your body takes in oxygen-rich air which stimulates your heart, lungs and muscles. It also increases endorphin production released by your brain. Overall […]
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Posted in Stress Management on November 20th, 2008 Comments Off
The holidays are quickly approaching. We all go through bouts of stress during this time, dealing with family, time, and money. How can we stay sane and not stress out during this holiday season? Start first with your health, eat as well as you can and make sure you’re exercising at least three times a […]
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Posted in Stress Management on November 13th, 2008 Comments Off
Anyone who lives with chronic pain knows how it can be hard to deal with on a daily basis. I hurt my knee running a few months ago and had the opportunity to try The Rhythm Touch product. I’m not big on taking pain medication so I thought I’d give it a try. After using […]
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Posted in Stress Management on November 11th, 2008 Comments Off
There was a study done in Australia that showed that chewing gum before stressful events actually reduced stress and anxiety and boosted alertness. Those who needed to perform under pressure felt that chewing gum was helpful during bouts of mild and moderate stress than compared to those who chewed no gum at all. We also […]
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Posted in Stress Management on November 6th, 2008 Comments Off
Do you find that you reach for a not-so-good-for-you snack or meal when you’re stressed?Karen Lukin spokeswoman for Whole Foods Market has other suggestions. She recommends five foods that can serve you better when you’re stressed. Yogurt has probiotics that aid in digestion. Green leafy vegetables like broccoli and kale help boost the immune system. […]
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