Saturday, December 25, 2010

All-Day Stress Soothers

 Let's checkout  Dr. Oz's tips to ease stress and safe us from having migraine or headache which spoil our day.


Stress is a part of life, but there are ways to minimize it. These 5 de-stressors will help relax you all day long. Learn the best soothing solutions for morning, noon and night. 






Early Morning

Whole Grain Cereal
Whole grains are complex carbohydrates that help increase serotonin levels, the chemical that makes you happy. Exercising will also help your body produce more serotonin.

Orange Juice
The vitamin C in orange juice will boost your immune system when you’re exposed to stress. It also strengthens your blood vessels, promoting overall health.

Black Tea
Independent studies show that black tea can actually reduce the effects of stressful events, but it takes about 4 cups a day.

Mid-Morning

Snack on Walnuts
Walnuts are the best source of the amino acid arginine. Recent studies have uncovered a link between arginine and nitric oxide. Nitric oxide is a compound that has a relaxing effect on blood vessels, therefore improving blood flow. Walnuts are also rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which help lower your blood pressure.

Early Evening

Listen to Classical Music
Research shows that listening to 30 minutes of music, especially classical musical produces the equivalent of taking 10 milligrams of Valium, a powerful medication with a calming effect. The average dose of Valium is 2 – 10mg multiple times a day, depending on the reason for treatment.

 or perhaps for us muslim we can listen to the recital of Al-Quran or read Al-Quran

After Dinner

Wash the Dishes
Doing a repetitive task will help you relax. Getting into a routine will help lower your heart rate and blood pressure, and slow your breathing.

Right Before Bed

Read a Book
Reading for 6 minutes slows your heart rate and releases tension in your muscles.


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