Why Managing Unhealthy Stress is Important

Friday 05/17/2013 Join the conversation! Unmanaged Stress and Its Surprising Consequences Chronic overstimulation of the sympathetic nervous system is often the consequence of our reaction to daily challenges. The result is similar to chronic inflammation, in that stress can contribute to diseases and disorders including: Cardiac arrhythmias Hypertension Immune suppression Gastrointestinal ailments Anxiety Sleep disorders Defensiveness Isolation Sexual dysfunction Regular physical activity, such as a daily walk, is undoubtedly the best way to help maintain balance of the nervous system and overall health. You also can help manage unhealthy stress with mind-body therapies such as breath work, meditation, guided imagery, hypnosis and visualization. Yoga and tai chi, as well as body therapies such as massage, acupuncture and Trager work can also help. Find a stress-relieving activity that works for you, and make it a priority to practice it. Biofeedback for Stress Management If you express tension through bodily complaints such as migraines, hypertension, ulcers or Raynaud's disease, or you are looking for help in learning how to manage and reduce anxiety and internal stress, biofeedback may be right for you. By using technology to monitor and signal a change in relaxation, biofeedback encourages the development of sensory awareness and involuntary influence over reactions. A typical biofeedback training program consists of 10 hour-long sessions, often spaced a week apart. Learn more about this and other mind-body therapies that can naturally address health concerns, on Dr. Weil's web site SpontaneousHappiness.com. From massage and visualization to biofeedback and yoga, see how each can help you achieve whole body balance - start your 10-day free trial now! Protecting Your Health Do you know what foods can help support and protect your immune system? Find out at Dr. Weil on Healthy Aging. Learn how different foods - along with supplements and exercise - can benefit your health: start your 14-day free trial and save 30% when you become a member! All of Dr. Weil's after-tax profits from royalties from sales of Weil Lifestyle, LLC, licensed products go directly to the Weil Foundation.

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