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HEALTH FIRST QUICK GUIDE TO STRESS NEW TO THE WORLD OF NATURAL HEALTH TRYING TO LIVE A HEALTHIER LIFE Then the Health First Network series of quick guides is for you In this issue we talk about a topic that we all face stress

STRESS SYMPTOMS WHETHER WE RE RUNNING FROM DANGER FIGHTING HEAVY TRAFFIC OR NAVIGATING A PANDEMIC OUR BODIES RESPOND THE SAME WAY TO STRESS Stress can be acute or chronic and can lead to increased fatigue headaches nervousness anger irritability and tension Constant and ongoing stressors in life can take a serious toll on the body if we don t find time for the exhale Regular exercise and good nutrition are some of the best ways to equip the body for handling stress but these may not even be enough when daily stress becomes overwhelming Introducing key vitamins minerals herbs and selfcare strategies can help us to manage modern day stress overload BALANCE THE FOUNDATION OF STRESS RELIEF Small practices throughout the day can lead to a more balanced stress response Begin the day with gratitude and include movement daily A structured evening routine is essential for calming the mind and setting yourself up for better sleep Without proper sleep your brain simply can t process stress emotions as it should B VITAMINS YOUR DAILY LIFT These water soluble vitamins must be consumed as they are not produced in the body and can be depleted quickly during times of stress Adequate levels of B vitamins are essential as our brains need them for regulating mood ASHWAGANDHA YOUR ALL DAY STRESS SUPPORT Ashwagandha is known as an adaptogen a herb used to promote balance if you need energy it gives you energy and if you need calm it induces calm Ashwagandha improves resistance to stress leaving your friends wondering how you ve become this calm cool and collected new you ARNICA THE TENSION REDUCER Stress can literally manifest as a pain in your neck Sitting stressed at a desk all day That tension in the body can cause aches and pains in the hips back jaw and neck Arnica montana can be safely massaged into these areas of tension to help relieve pain and inflammation LAVENDER THE SELF CARE STRESS ESSENTIAL Lavender is used in aromatherapy to help relieve anxiety and promote sound sleep It can actually interact with certain brain chemicals to calm your nervous system While it works wonders in your nighttime routine you can use it at any time of day as it has both a calming and uplifting effect MAGNESIUM FOR MUSCLE MELTING Did you know that constant stress leaves your body needing more magnesium to cope Magnesium is a key nutrient for muscle function and relaxation so if stress is affecting your sleep try it at bedtime to help your muscles melt you into dreamland LIVEHEALTHFIRST

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