Did you know that stress is actually an important part of human evolution, and it helped our ancestors survive? The release of adrenaline brought about by an impending attack from a large carnivorous animal, for example, helped our ancestors prepare for fight or flight, and this kind of stress still benefits us today. But the continuous stressors of the modern...
In part one, we discussed the science, causes, and effects of stress. The good news is that there are all kinds of healthy ways to manage and even eliminate chronic stress, and it all starts with your lifestyle. 1. Healthy Diet If you’re not already paying attention to your diet or your eating habits, now is a good time to...
The Science and Effects of Stress Cancer, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes are just a few of the most potent diseases plaguing humanity, but one of the most taxing disorders is so common that we barely even realize how much damage it is doing to us. Stress affects a vast majority of the population with research indicating that about 77...
