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Definition of stress: Stress is a person's physiological response to an outside stimulus that triggers the 'fight-or-flight' reaction. Recent research shows that stress is one of the major causes of all illnesses. Stress Relief News -- with tips, tricks and advices -- is meant to provide stress management information to effectively deal with stress. Stress management involves setting limits and saying 'No' to some demands that others make. Although several stress relief products exist, often simple natural stress relief techniques are enough to improve situation.
Worry less: Reduction of daily tasks can be a fine stress reliever: With our busy lifestyles, time management often helps to control stress. Setting priorities reduces enxiety, becoming more organised reduces clutter, 'to do' list of tasks gives a sense of control and accomplishment.
Positive stress: In its positive aspect, stress can help you focus, perform and reach peak efficiency. Many people do their best work when under pressure. When the challenge has been met, they take the time to relax and enjoy their achievements - this allows them to build up the physical and emotional reserves to meet the next challenge.
It's not stress that kills us, it is our reaction to it.
- Hans Selye
Stress: we all have some stress in our lives, some of us have more, some of us have less stress. But if stress is allowed to overtake our lives then serious implications can result.
- Catherine Pulsifer
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Meditation, Yoga might switch off stress Genes
Research indicates that mind body techniques - like yoga and meditation that put the body in a state of deep rest, known as the relaxation response - can change how genes response to stress. The relaxation response is characterized by decrease in oxygen intake, increase in exhalation of nitric oxide, and lower psychological distress. Many experts see it as the counterpart to the "flight or fight" stress response, that has been shown by a number of studies to have a pattern of physiological and gene expression changes (called "transcriptional profile").
by medicalnewstoday.com ::: 2008-07-09
Self-Massage eases stress
If you can't find the time or money for a professional massage, you might want to take things into your own hands with these self-massage techniques: Start with the areas that tend to get the sorest. Use gentle pressure, not hard rubbing. Massage oil reduces skin friction. Slowly press a thumb or finger on a sore spot, using only the amount of pressure that feels good. Be sure to breathe normally while doing self-massage. Repeat self-massage several times a week.
by newschannel5.com ::: 2008-06-24
Research shows diet and exercise may change how genes function
A study shows that eating right, exercising and reducing stress may help stop chronic diseases by switching on beneficial genes and silencing those that trigger ills. "People say, 'Oh, it's all in my genes, what can I do?' That's what I call genetic nihilism. This may be an antidote to that. Genes may be our predisposition, but they are not our fate," said Dean Ornish. The activity of 500 genes in the normal tissue of 30 men with low-risk prostate cancer changed after they started exercising and eating diets filled with fruit, veggies and whole grain (supplemented with soy, fish oil...) and avoided red meat and fats.
by sciam.com ::: 2008-06-24
Ghrelin stress hormone linked to comfort eating
Comfort eating among people who are stressed or depressed may be explained by the action of a "hunger hormone". Tests with mice have showed that the body makes extra amounts of an appetite hormone to combat the effects of stress-induced depression and anxiety, which in turn motivates overeating. The findings could have implications for understanding eating disorders. When both mice and people do not eat, levels of ghrelin hormone rise in the gut, sending increased hunger signals to the brain. The study also showed that the body produced extra quantities of ghrelin in response to stress.
by timesonline.co.uk ::: 2008-06-24
Destress in 5 minutes or less - Quick tips to shake off stress
Jump rope: Jumping rope for 20 minutes triggers body to release feel-good endorphins, and its repetitious motion makes you relaxed and focused. --- Listen positive songs: Play music that brings up good memories. Choose anything that triggers a positive image, like the music that played during a first date or at the first rock concert you went to as a teenager. --- Laugh it off: Many studies show that laughter lowers levels of stress hormone cortisol. --- Get busy in bed: Having sex releases endorphins that improve mood and decrease symptoms of stress - No instructions needed.
by cnn.com ::: 2008-06-17
Visiting a farm for a few hours relieves stress and fatigue in the majority of people
Essex University scientists said getting out into the countryside, having contact with farm animals and even a ride on a tractor helped people get rid of feelings of anger, confusion and depression. A study found a visit to a farm made 97% of people less tired, and over 90% were less tense. More than half felt revitalised, with men and those over 30 benefiting especially from the few hours outside. "In particular, stressed out thirty-somethings who are looking to recharge their batteries might be advised to ditch the gym workout or snooze on the sofa and get out on to a farm instead," said Jules Pretty.
by telegraph ::: 2008-05-30
Tips for examination stress - Strategies for parents to help students
How to study? Research suggests that study is best split into chunks of 30-40 minutes with a 5-10 minute break in between. At the end of 3-4 sessions, students should have half an hour off, with a longer break for lunch and dinner. Students should allow time to unwind between work and bed, stopping work at least an hour before they go to bed. --- Exercise: As little as 10-20 minutes a day spent walking, cycling, or at the gym can make a huge difference. Exercise raise the level of mood-enhancing neurotransmitters in the brain, cut down muscle tension, improve sleep and decrease levels of the stress hormone cortisol.
by timesonline ::: 2008-05-30
12 steps to less stress - The challenge isn't to get rid of stress, but manage it
Don't make promises you can't keep, so think before you say "yes." You're not doing anyone any favors if you hurry to say "yes". --- Don't constantly try to prove yourself, or show others that you're right. Your view of yourself and your understanding of reality are what mean the most. --- Prioritize: Do the most significant things first. You have the right to pick your fights. You are entitled to determine which people and activities are more important than others. --- Regular exercise: it doesn't need to be elaborate. Even a daily walk can do wonders, clearing your mind and detaching for a while.
by delmarvanow ::: 2008-05-18