Stress is part of life, but it doesn’t just mess with your mood – it can wreak havoc on your gut. Chronic stress can cause bloating, indigestion, and even more serious issues like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Understanding how stress affects your digestive system is crucial for managing these symptoms, and the right food choices…
Rockhampton (Australia), Dec 23 (The Conversation) The holiday season can be a time of joy, celebration, and indulgence in delicious foods and meals. However, for many, it can also be an emotional and stressful period. This stress can manifest in our eating habits, leading to what is known as emotional or stress eating. There are…
Cocoa or green tea could counter the negative effects of high-fat food which tend to worsen during times of stress, a new study has found. Researchers said that food choices made while feeling stressed can influence how stress impacts heart health. The team from the University of Birmingham, UK, found that while high-fat foods can…
The fast-paced demands of modern life can often leave us feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and disconnected. From juggling work, family, and personal responsibilities to the constant pressure of staying connected in a digital world, stress has become an inevitable part of daily life. If left unchecked, chronic stress can take a serious toll on both our…
The fast-paced demands of modern life can often leave us feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and disconnected. From juggling work, family, and personal responsibilities to the constant pressure of staying connected in a digital world, stress has become an inevitable part of daily life. If left unchecked, chronic stress can take a serious toll on both our…
A study has uncovered how microbes in one’s gut helps manage stress by interacting with the body’s circadian rhythms, or biological clock. Researchers from the University College Cork, Ireland, found that the trillions of microorganisms in the gut — or the gut microbiome — control the hormones produced in response to stress in a time-dependent…
Let’s face it – life can be downright stressful! With everything moving at breakneck speed, many of us are on the hunt for natural remedies that can help us chill out. Enter adaptogens-these incredible herbs and foods help your body adapt to stress, get things back in order, and boost your overall health. While adaptogens…
Once thought to be a problem of the elderly, stroke is affecting more and more young and healthy individuals. Hospitals report a surprisingly sharp increase in young stroke patients. This trend was virtually nonexistent just a few years ago. Doctors attribute this to a combination of lifestyle choices, increased stress and a rise in chronic…
Once thought to be a problem of the elderly, stroke is affecting more and more young and healthy individuals. Hospitals report a surprisingly sharp increase in young stroke patients. This trend was virtually nonexistent just a few years ago. Doctors attribute this to a combination of lifestyle choices, increased stress and a rise in chronic…
The American Stroke Association, a part of the American Heart Association, released updated guidelines on Monday, indicating that up to 80% of strokes can be prevented through healthy lifestyle choices, better blood pressure management, and other medical interventions. The recommendations emphasize a Mediterranean diet, regular physical activity, and closer monitoring of high-risk groups, including…
