What Is Stress?............................................................................................................................. .................

It is estimated that up to 14 million UK men and women suffer from stress & anxiety and it's physical and emotional effect on us has made it the biggest cause of absenteism at work and the leading reason for visits to the GP.. The so called 'credit crunch' has only added to levels of stress in our lives with a recent YouGov survey showing that 8 out of 10 of us are now worried about our finances.

Symptoms:

Stress occurs when we are put under too much pressure and can have psychological and physical symptoms. Emotional symptoms can range from irritability, apathy, depresstion and constant anxiety to loss of appetite, lack of concentration, loss of sex drive and increased smoking, drinking or eating (comfort eating). Physical signs can include tiredness, aches and pains (usually muscular pains or headaches), skin problems, heart palpitations, nausea, stomach problems and weight gain*.

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Dealing with Stress:

The following are techniques to help deal with stress:

• Taking a supplement such as Relora helps reduce levels of cortisol in the body promoting a feeling of relaxation, calm and well-being
• Take 30 minutes exercise every day - even if it's just a brisk walk
• Make sure you have a healthy balanced diet with plenty of fruit and vegetables
• Cut down on alcohol, cigarettes and caffeine
• Share responsibilities at work and don't take on too much
• Talk about your worries to friends and family
• Set aside quiet time for yourself - this can be listening to music, reading etc.
• Take time to learn some breathing techniques to help you relax