If you are stressed whether by something more personal or your job, the first step to relieving it and feel better is to identify the root cause. And don’t turn to something unhealthy such as drinking or smoking; you will only increase the stress. You should understand that in life, there is always a solution to any problem, so take control of your situation and do something to reduce your problems. It is very important for you to build emotional strength, have a good social network, be in control of your situation and adopt a positive outlook. Below are some of the ways that can help you relieve stress:
Eating healthy
Did you know that junk food can make you depressed? You need to clean up your diet. You want to concentrate on healthy foodstuffs such as protein and whole grains in order to improve your mood and also give you energy to tackle everything that you encounter. Stress-busting foodstuffs may include but not limited to almonds, salmon and blueberries. Go for food that is rich in vitamin B so as to promote proper functioning of your nervous system and the brain, and also fight fatigue by inducing relaxation. Also, while coffee is known to offer health benefits during the day, too much of caffeine can make you anxious and jittery, hence leading to a crash.
Passionflower
This has been considered a remedy for insomnia and anxiety as it works by increasing levels of GABA in the brain which lowers the activity of brain cells, thus making you feel more relaxed. This herb is available in a wide range of forms such as teas, infusions, liquid extracts and tinctures among others. For pregnant women, it is imperative to consult with your physician before using passionflower, especially if you are taking other medications.
Meditation
Meditation only takes thirty minutes a day, something which is possible even if you are in a packed schedule. And meditation is unbelievably affordable, especially because the only tool required here is your own mind. You need to give yourself some silent time so as to let your thoughts run free. You can also focus on your breathing if that works for you. It is just a small amount of peace, but it can work wonders if you are looking to release stress.
Sleep
This is perhaps the best natural stress reliever. Little sleep can leave you irritable, cranky and on edge, while too much of it can leave you depressed and sluggish. You are advised to find the right balance, so that you can feel relaxed and ready for the day. You can do this by establishing sleep rituals that can signal your brain that it is time to sleep. Foodstuffs that can help you promote sleep include; bananas, carbohydrates, peanuts, dairy, turkey and figs among others.
Massage therapy
One thing you need to know is that massage has for a long time been used as a stress buster. Go for a massage therapy to help you relax your tense muscles, improve circulation, reduce pain and of course relax your mind. You also want a regular massage so as to help you cope with both emotional and physical stressors that can really affect your health.
Medical acupuncture
This is another great way to help you in relieving anxiety and other conditions that could be affected by stress such as headache, insomnia, back pain, migraines, depression and urinary incontinence. The process of acupuncture takes less time and it is not painful as many people think.
At Beyond Chiropractic health Centre, we offer massage therapy and medical acupuncture in Toronto to help people restore their overall health and also relieve stress. Contact us today for more information.