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Useful relaxation techniques to help you reduce stress
While experts say that some stress is good for you (since it can sharpen the mind and the senses,) too much stress is bad for your mental and physical health. At the same time, relaxation can do wonders to regain balance in your life — and could even decrease some of the health risks linked to stress. What follows are 10 on-the-spot techniques you can use anytime and almost anywhere to decrease the tension in your … Read entire article »
Filed under: Disease Prevention, Fitness, Mental Health
Having trouble waking up? Tips on how to be a morning person
For many of us, getting up before we naturally would can be painful — because it’s too early, too sudden, or too dark. Is there a path to kinder, gentler awakenings? Yes, say sleep experts, but making it happen is equal parts art and science. What are sleep cycles? Humans have anywhere from four to six “sleep cycles” each night. Every cycle is composed of five stages, from very light sleep (stage 1) to very deep sleep … Read entire article »
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Stressed out? Munch on these stress-busting foods!
From kids, work, school, money, love; we all experience stress in our lives. Stress not only affects your mood, but actually can take a toll on your health, making you more vulnerable from everything from colds to high blood pressure and heart disease. Eliminate stress from your everyday life seems like an impossible task, but a new study shows that that your diet can play a major role in helping you manage your stress.Food can … Read entire article »
Filed under: Adult nutrition, Mental Health, Nutrition, Supplements, Women's Health
Identifying the signs of depression
Depression can make you feel hopelessly lonely, making your work and day to day life seem unbearable. It can also distort your view of the world, making everything seem impossible. But contrary to what you may feel you are not alone. About 14 million Americans, which is about 6.5 percent of the population 18 or older, suffer from Major depression. And the good news is there are many treatments available to decrease the symptoms of depression, … Read entire article »
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Having trouble sleeping? Try these alternative therapies.
If you suffer with insomnia, you are not alone. In additional to traditional sleep aids, many people have sought out help from alternative therapies. This can include acupuncture, guided imagery, yoga, hypnosis, biofeedback, aromatherapy, relaxation, herbal remedies, massage and many others. There a few alternative therapies shown to help ease your sleepless nights. Herbal Supplements: Some studies suggest that valerian root helps get you to sleep and keep you to sleep, as well as other herbs like passionflower, hops, ginseng, lemon balm and skullcap. The most commonly known herb for treatment of insomnia is Chamomile, found is any night time lotions and calming teas. Some herbal supplements can interact with medications so be sure to talk to your doctor before beginning any herbal treatments. Melatonin: Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone that … Read entire article »
Filed under: Mental Health, Supplements