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07-10-2009, 04:42 AM
Eat healthy and stay fit
Anti-Stress Diet
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When we are stressed, the brain sends messages to the two adrenal glands which lie on the top of the kidneys. This causes blood to pump out adrenalin instantaneously. The physical affects are that your heart starts pounding, blood vessels constrict, breathing increases, blood pressure rises, pupils enlarge and blood sugar rises. We feel like crying or losing our temper.
Another thing that happens in a stress situation is a hormonal alert that our body needs more fuel or energy. This leads to an increased intake of carbohydrate rich diet. This has high fat content and can be a major blow to our diet plans.
The backbone of a healthy life is proper diet. If you're feeling particularly stressed, check your diet.
* Cut down on salts and other sodium sources as it causes high blood pressure.
* Drink plenty of water. Atleast eight full glasses of fluids.
* Cut down on sweets and caffeine.
* Eat foods rich in potassium like oranges and bananas.
* During stress you tend to lose calcium. Consume atleast two glasses of skimmed milk.
* Consume adequate amounts of whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables. These are the best sources for immune-boosting vitamins and minerals.
* Several herbal teas and supplements also help you fight stress provided they are taken in moderate amounts.
* Get the minimum daily requirements of Vitamins A, B, B12, C, E and Folate, Iron, and Zinc.
A few eating tips:
* Relax before a meal.
* Take a 15 to 20 minutes walk.
* Always eat on a dining table in an upright position. This helps in digestion of food.
* Have five small meals instead of three large meals
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Anti-Stress Diet
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When we are stressed, the brain sends messages to the two adrenal glands which lie on the top of the kidneys. This causes blood to pump out adrenalin instantaneously. The physical affects are that your heart starts pounding, blood vessels constrict, breathing increases, blood pressure rises, pupils enlarge and blood sugar rises. We feel like crying or losing our temper.
Another thing that happens in a stress situation is a hormonal alert that our body needs more fuel or energy. This leads to an increased intake of carbohydrate rich diet. This has high fat content and can be a major blow to our diet plans.
The backbone of a healthy life is proper diet. If you're feeling particularly stressed, check your diet.
* Cut down on salts and other sodium sources as it causes high blood pressure.
* Drink plenty of water. Atleast eight full glasses of fluids.
* Cut down on sweets and caffeine.
* Eat foods rich in potassium like oranges and bananas.
* During stress you tend to lose calcium. Consume atleast two glasses of skimmed milk.
* Consume adequate amounts of whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables. These are the best sources for immune-boosting vitamins and minerals.
* Several herbal teas and supplements also help you fight stress provided they are taken in moderate amounts.
* Get the minimum daily requirements of Vitamins A, B, B12, C, E and Folate, Iron, and Zinc.
A few eating tips:
* Relax before a meal.
* Take a 15 to 20 minutes walk.
* Always eat on a dining table in an upright position. This helps in digestion of food.
* Have five small meals instead of three large meals
___________
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