Health Hint #2 Manage Your Stress

Many individuals are stressed. Stress can be detrimental to your health; especially if you experience stress for a prolonged period of time. Some symptoms of stress include headaches, neck and back pain. Stress may lead to overeating and consequently weight gain. We tend to consume foods high in refined sugar and fat when we are stressed. Finding an effective stress management plan is crucial to achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. Exercise, meditation, and massage therapy are great ways to reduce your stress. It is also important to identify the stressors in your life and know your limits. Eliminate unnecessary stress in your life by learning to say no and do not over extend yourself. When you decrease your stress levels you will notice that you do not consume as many unhealthy foods.