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Maintaining a Healthier YOU through Stress Management

March 18, 2012 by Scott "Q" Marcus

stress healthy enjoy lifeby Elaine Dumler

Part 2 of 3 (part 1 can be found here; part 3 can be found here)

You don’t have to look very far to find research that supports that stress leads to serious health problems on down the line – blocked arteries, heart attacks, strokes and even mental health issues. Reality says that there is no way you can avoid stress, so let’s manage it.

Stress and Exercise – Get Moving!

Exercise increases stamina, helps you keep your weight under control, lowers blood pressure and the physical signs of stress like skin problems and wrinkles.

You might be thinking that there is no way you have time during the day to exercise. I bet you could find time if you try something listed below.

  • When at work, get up and walk around and/or stretch for two-three minutes every hour.
  • Designate time to work out for a few minutes at least 4 times per week.
  • Try to get outside for exercise as often as you can. Healthy minimal sun exposure – with appropriate sunscreen naturally increases your body’s levels of Vitamin D.

Stress and Sleep

Good sleep habits are a key to stress management. Sleep deprivation shortens your reaction times in critical situations and increases the effects that stressors have on your normal behavior. Your goal should be to get 6 – 8 hours of sleep every night.

  • Refrain from alcohol and caffeine before going to bed.
  • Keep your bedroom cooler.
  • Don’t underestimate the value that a power nap can have. They’re not just for the kids! Even 15 minutes during the day can increase your productivity.
  • A relaxing bath with lavender or vanilla scent prepares you for sleep.
  • Writing in a journal before bedtime can get nagging thoughts out of your head before trying to sleep. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Guest Author, Happiness, Health, Self Talk Tagged With: dumler, good sleep habits, heart attacks, mental health issues, physical signs of stress, power nap, serious health, signs of stress, sleep deprivation, stress, stress and exercise, stress management, stressors

Happy Heart Month! Take Care of Your Heart

February 21, 2012 by Scott "Q" Marcus Leave a Comment

by special guest author Eliz Greene. (Note: Join Eliz as our special guest on Feb 22, 2012 at 10AM in a live interview. There is no charge and you can find out more here.)

Each February EmbraceYourHeart.com focuses on Women’s Heart Health – to build awareness, improve treatment, and end research disparities.

Over the past ten years, we’ve done a pretty good job!  Most women recognize heart disease as the number one killer of women of all ages.

Are you putting your heart as your #1 priority?

To celebrate Heart Month 2012 – here are 12 ways you can Embrace Your Heart. Share them with a woman you love and ask her to take care of #1 (her heart)!

  • Wake Up! The majority of women don’t know their own personal risk of heart disease. Take the time of get your blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar checked and have a conversation about your family history, weight, and lifestyle with a medical professional.
  • Know The Signs: Women’s symptoms of heart attack can be very subtle. Any unusual pain in your jaw, neck, shoulder, torso – really anywhere from the top of your head to your hips – can be a symptom of heart attack.  Uncomfortable pressure, burning or squeezing in your chest, shortness of breath, dizziness, cold sweat, and nausea can all be symptoms as well.  Play it safe – call 911 and get help right away.
  • Call A Friend: Stress increases your risk of heart disease – one easy way to reduce stress is to talk to a friend.  Women who maintain positive relationships with other women reduce their risk by 30%! Girl talk is good for your heart! [Read more…]

Filed Under: Guest Author, Health Tagged With: eliz greene, good health, guest author, health, heart attack, heart disease, heart health, lifestyle change, personal risk, power nap, quality of life, risk of heart disease, shortness of breath, stress, stress reducer, symptom of heart attack, symptoms of heart attack, women's health

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