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Healthy Stress Management

by Michelle Sutton-Kerchner Stress is a natural part of life. You can’t eliminate it. However, you can learn healthy ways to manage it … Stress usually has negative connotations. It is associated with excessive responsibilities, sick kids, overbooked schedules, and traffic jams. Used effectively though, stress can increase mental and physical functioning. Its release of fight-or-flight brain chemicals can energize us into action. It is impossible to banish all stressors from your life. Avoid the frustration of this futile attempt, and the additional stress it will cause. Instead, focus on better ways to deal with it. Start with these: Sleep Well Lack of quality sleep contributes to stress by exacerbating negative occurrences. Little hassles become disproportionately hard to manage. You are also inclined to make poor decisions and more mistakes when tired, which leads to more stress. Skip the Comfort Food Power up your brain and immune system with food for thought. No stress-attack needs to be fueled by sugar and caffeine. That only leads to a crash. Go for foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids like tuna. Snack on nuts and seeds. Essential nutrients improve concentration and help maintain energy. Monitor the amount you eat. Too much food can …

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Your End-of-Summer Checklist

Before summer slips away, be sure you check these off your (sand) bucket list …

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The Heat Is On

It's easy to sweat this time of year. A quick chat on the front lawn can lead to those little beads forming. Perspiration works hard for your body. Here are top reasons to break out in a sweat ...

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Manage Life’s Balancing Act

Exercise improves balance, and not just your ability to remain upright in less-than-sturdy situations. A workout helps balance those tasks you manage all day long ...

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April, Defined

A month for spring rains, tree allergies, and taxes, it may surprise you to learn April is National Stress Awareness month. Learn how to reduce stress for your mental and physical health. This month, it's your civic duty ...

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