Tagged: stress

With temperatures soaring… heat prompts our bodies to produce stress hormones… which trigger the release of fatigue triggering toxins. How do we cool off quickly and keep energy levels high? MINT! Mint contains menthol which activates cold sensitive nerves in ours mouths. Chewing a piece of mint gum and then downing a glass cold water… Read more »

NOT GOOD! A new study from Tufts University study reveals that the burden of keeping, holding and owning secrets is a no no for our health. Stress levels sky rocket…. and it can “literally” weigh you down. Privacy is one thing…. Secrets are another. Secrets are detrimental to our health….. Need to unload?? Now you… Read more »

GAME NIGHT! Plan a game night this week…. and see a rise in your mood and a decline in your stress. According to Yale University scientists, low stakes gaming activities… Poker, mah-jong, gin (Yay Kaye and Fred), bingo… will help banish depression and low moods…. Engaging in games with risks triggers activity in the pleasure… Read more »