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It’s a stressful time for many of us. Uncertainty and health concerns have us all worried. Our bodies can react to this excess stress in negative ways. Referred to as vitamin B complex, the eight B vitamins — B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9, B12 — play a crucial role in keeping our bodies… Read more »
Stress is a normal part of life. Stress can come from physical causes like not getting enough sleep or having an illness or it can be emotional – worrying about not having enough money or the death of a loved one. Stress can also come from less dramatic causes like everyday obligations and pressures that… Read more »
Have you ever wondered why you get food cravings or just can’t stop eating when you’re stressed? In a study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, researchers found that 80 percent of people report eating more sweets when they are stressed. Turns out there are biological reasons for this frustrating phenomenon. When… Read more »
Whether it’s a short-term frustration like rush hour traffic or a major life event such as divorce or job loss, stress can negatively impact our bodies. Stress is very personal. One person’s unpleasant experience can be another’s thrilling adventure (think rollercoaster). A little bit of stress is actually thought to be good for memory and… Read more »
2020 is almost here and you’ve likely resolved to change some things in your life. Maybe you’re going to shed a few pounds or commit to a more active lifestyle. Or maybe you just want to reduce the amount of stress in your life. There are simple changes you can make to your daily routines… Read more »
Is the impending holiday season stressing you out? The anticipation of spending time with relatives, the financial strain and the craziness that comes with it all. You need to relax, but it seems almost impossible. Let’s talk about the calming effect of calcium and magnesium. Calcium is an essential nutrient for maintaining total body health. It’s necessary not… Read more »
When we’re stressed, we eat. It’s the way it is. Our daily stress causes cortisol levels to rise. Cortisol leads to food cravings, especially for carbs and sweets. But unfortunately, the more of them we eat, the worse our mood gets. So, when you’re stressed, instead of reaching for so-called comfort foods, try these stress-relieving summer… Read more »
A recent study has confirmed what many people have suspected all along — that stress can lead to headaches. The study found that people who reported headaches had more stress compared to those who never reported headaches. Researchers collected data on more than 5,000 people aged 21 to 71. Four times a year for two… Read more »
If you’re stressed and not getting enough sleep, go get your vitamin D levels checked. There is new research suggesting a significant correlation between excessive daytime sleepiness and vitamin D deficiency. It is well known that vitamin D is a primary regulator of calcium and phosphorous, helping to protect bone density. However, more recently scientists… Read more »
Health experts say that stress can come with some pretty surprising symptoms—from forgetfulness to nausea to skin rashes. Here are some of the most common side effects of stress: Increased Risk of Stroke – If you’re stressed, you may have a higher risk of stroke than your more mellow peers, according to an observational study published… Read more »