Science has made stunning discoveries in this area of human interest, it’s something we all want to know – can we slow down the process…
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Fat has had a lot of bad press and for many people, just a mention of the word can evoke misery. You can try to…
When you think of precious minerals, you probably think of silver and gold. But where your health is concerned, others – like calcium and iron…
Your fiber intake is a critical factor in weight loss and general well-being. Health professionals advise that adults should eat at least 25-35 grams of…
Hydrating, like diet, is extremely important in fitness and in sport in general. If the body does not get enough calories during physical effort, it…
Pressure is part and parcel of all work and helps to keep us motivated. But excessive pressure can lead to stress, which undermines performance, is costly to employers and can make people ill.
Stress, a matter of judgment
In becoming stressed, people must therefore make two main judgments: firstly they must feel threatened by the situation, and secondly they must doubt that their capabilities and resources are sufficient to meet the threat.
Damaging Stress
How stresse...
Steam bathing provides a cardiovascular workout without stress or strain on your joints. You heart rate will speed up 50-75% in a 20-minute steam bath. This goes a long way to speeding up your metabolism, thus helping you burn fat. It is about the same as going for a long walk. Some people are under the conception that steam baths raise your blood pressure. While this is true, it also expands your blood vessels to compensate.
Stress Relief
In today's fast-paced world, w...
Stress is an unavoidable consequence of life. As Hans Selye (who coined the term as it is currently used) noted, "Without stress, there would be no life". However, just as distress can cause disease, it seems plausible that there are good stresses that promote wellness. Stress is not always necessarily harmful. Winning a race or election can be just stressful as losing, or more so, but may trigger very different biological responses.
Stress Increases Productivity
Increa...