The demands and challenges we face today are immense, the coronavirus crisis has exacerbated for some the feeling of insecurity and dissatisfaction, sometimes accompanied by work stress. The natural balance between the two branches of the autonomic nervous system, sympathetic and parasympathetic (action and brake) are unbalanced. Today it is a fact proven by different studies that stress can be a trigger or aggravating of different pathologies. We can consider it a plague of our time and that affects a greater number of people.
Anti-stress therapy allows each person to receive a specific treatment to connect with who they truly are and regain contact with their body, their emotions, and their intuition, thus achieving both physical and psychological improvement.
The stress that can result from the current situation, poor diet, or a sedentary lifestyle negatively affect serotonin production and, therefore, our health and well-being. Keeping serotonin levels high will help us feel energized and in good spirits.
“Serotonin, also known as the “happiness hormone,” is a neurotransmitter. It is involved in creating feelings of satisfaction and improves the ability to withstand daily stress. Low serotonin levels can, along with other triggers, contribute to the mood swings characteristic of depressive disorders. Serotonin permeates the entire body and is found in the brain, blood, and gastrointestinal system.”
HOW WE CAN HELP INCREASE SEROTONIN LEVELS IN OUR BODY
– Numerous studies link tryptophan with serotonin levels. This amino acid also plays a role in reducing aggression and increasing sensitivity in everyday life. I recommend a varied diet and emphasize unroasted seeds and nuts (sesame, pumpkin, and sunflower seeds, walnuts, almonds, etc.), legumes, and, to a lesser extent, whole grains.
– Regular physical activity is very important. “A study published in Neuropsychopharmacology showed that exercise increases serotonin through two mechanisms: the first is a direct stimulus on the synthesis of the neurotransmitter, and the second is related to an increase in tryptophan reaching the brain.” And it doesn’t have to be vigorous exercise; I’m also referring to yoga, stretching, etc.
– Another crucial factor for balancing daily stress levels is quality rest. When we sleep, we allow our body to produce the hormone melatonin—which depends on our biological clock—and also serotonin. A chronic lack of quality sleep keeps stress hormones (adrenaline and cortisol) permanently elevated. Numerous studies show that quality sleep deprivation leads to low serotonin levels, altered mood, mood swings, lack of concentration, and hormonal imbalances.
– The sunshine vitamin is essential. We protect serotonin balance not only through proper nutrition, exercise, and rest. The so-called sunshine vitamin is equally essential. We’re referring to vitamin D, a deficiency of which is common. Food doesn’t provide significant doses of vitamin D. It’s found in oily fish and sun-dried mushrooms, but the main source of vitamin D is the sun, as it is synthesized in the skin exposed to its rays. Vitamin D plays essential roles in health: it’s necessary for calcium absorption in bones, for preventing colorectal and breast cancer, and for some autoimmune diseases, among other positive effects.
Anti-stress therapy is a process of freeing the body and mind from the negative effects of past traumas.
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