Most cases of chronic disease can be linked to stress, even if that stress is more physical than psychological. About two-thirds of doctor’s visits are for stress-related complaints. How does stress causes disease? The body responds to stress by making adrenal hormones (such as epinephrine, norepinephrine, and cortisol that cause the “fight or flight” response. This response […]
Nature is powerful medicine for the body and brain
Have you ever wondered why a walk in the woods makes you feel so good? While that Zen feeling is partly about “getting away from it all,” studies show time in nature is also powerfully therapeutic for the body and brain. More than half of the world’s population lives in an urban setting, and by […]
Stress: A Whole Body Experience
It’s 2:00 a.m. and you’re still up. Nope, you’re not somewhere exciting. You’re in bed, the place sleep should be happening. And nope it’s not because your baby/partner/dog just woke you up. These puffy eyes haven’t slept a wink yet. It’s stress and it’s the villain stealing you from your slumber. So for today let’s […]