Everyone feels stressed from time to time, but what is stress? How does it affect your overall health? And what can you do to manage your stress? Stress is how the brain and body respond to any demand. Any type of challenge—such as performance at work or school, a significant life change, or a traumatic… Continue reading Five Things You Should Know about Stress
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How to Conquer Panic Attacks
Over 40 million adults in the U.S. suffer from anxiety and panic disorders. And as privileged as they are, celebrities are no exception when it comes to panic attacks. Whether it’s a one-time event or something they consistently struggle with, dealing with a panic attack is never easy. Most recently, supermodel Gisele Bundchen described in… Continue reading How to Conquer Panic Attacks
An Additional Benefit of Saunas?
Using saunas frequently may be linked to a lower risk of stroke, according to new research. The study, published in the May 2, 2018, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, was conducted in Finland, where saunas originated and nearly every home has one. “These results are exciting because… Continue reading An Additional Benefit of Saunas?
The Sounds of Nature Help Us Relax
The gentle babbling of a brook or the sound of the wind in the trees can physically change our minds and bodily systems, helping us to relax. Research done in 2017 at Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) in the UK explains how, for the first time. A release from the university explains that the… Continue reading The Sounds of Nature Help Us Relax
7 Things to Know about Anxiety and Complementary Health
Editor’s note: If your anxiety is overwhelming, or you’d rather avoid prescription medications for the conditions, you may be thinking about using some natural “remedies.” But before you do, read these tips from the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, part of the National Institutes of Health. They might surprise you. Occasional anxiety is… Continue reading 7 Things to Know about Anxiety and Complementary Health
Anxiety: Is It “All In Your Head?”
Everyone suffers from anxiety occasionally. And it’s not always a bad thing. Anxiety before a test, for example, can help us study harder. If we want to do well on a job interview, we’ll be spurred to do our homework on our prospective employer. But it’s a problem if anxiety becomes so exaggerated or severe… Continue reading Anxiety: Is It “All In Your Head?”
The Benefits of Meditation and Waking Up
Waking Up is a daily morning meditation that helps you tap into your inner source of strength and wisdom. These quiet minutes establish your intention to be present and mindful throughout the day. This morning meditation helps to calm, center, and empower you as you establish a peaceful state of mind. It enables you to… Continue reading The Benefits of Meditation and Waking Up
Massage Therapists: Pain Relief and Relaxation
Licensed massage therapists are allied health professionals who can have a significant impact on your well-being. Unfortunately, they are also often portrayed in movies or on TV in a less than flattering light, so their work can be misunderstood sometimes. From helping clients recover from injuries to helping clients prevent injuries by keeping their muscles… Continue reading Massage Therapists: Pain Relief and Relaxation
Coping with Crohn’s Disease
Editor’s Note: Crohn’s disease, a chronic inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract, affects up to 700,000 people in the U.S., according to the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA; www.ccfa.org). The foundation lists typical symptoms as persistent diarrhea; rectal bleeding; urgent need to move bowels; abdominal cramps; a sensation of incomplete evacuation; and constipation, which… Continue reading Coping with Crohn’s Disease