HiLife Vitamins Blog — Stress

How Does Stress Affect the Body?

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How Does Stress Affect the Body?

According to an annual market research study conducted in collaboration with the American Psychological Association (APA), participant’s self-reported stress levels in 2020 increased significantly in several different categories compared to previous years. (15) Some types of stress are normal and necessary, generating the impetus necessary to convert thought into action, whether that action is planting a garden, meeting a deadline, or escaping from a fire or flood. In fact, stress has been the force behind much of our progress through the ages. But when stress becomes a frequent occurrence, our health, goals, and relationships can all suffer. That’s because stress...

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Key Nutrients Support Work Stress Management

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Key Nutrients Support Work Stress Management

“Burnout” is not classified as a specific condition, but it’s a key cause of stress for many people. The mental, emotional and physical effects of work stress are well documented. There are many key nutrients that may help your stressed out individuals.     Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. It occurs when you feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, and unable to meet constant demands. Burnout, called an "occupational phenomenon" by WHO, is described as "resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed."     Healthcare providers can look for...

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Adaptogen-ing to Stress – Supplements for Stress Management

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Adaptogen-ing to Stress – Supplements for Stress Management

In today’s fast-paced world, many people complain of feeling stressed. Addressing stress is an important clinical goal to support better outcomes and there are several supplements can help people adapt better to stress. In today’s fast-paced, busy world, it’s common everyone complains of feeling “stressed out”. “Feeling stressed” is a general description for feeling concerned about activities of the day, feeling irritable and edgy for no reason, being unable to focus on one task at a time, feeling like there is too much to do and too little time to do it all. Feeling overwhelmed can interfere with the ability to prioritize and be...

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Women, Anxiety & the Search for Relief

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Women, Anxiety & the Search for Relief

Looking at anxiety in a new light Behind closed doors, women bear all. Overwhelming fear, feelings of worry, irritability, and tension may plague them, yet the conversation around their anxiety has remained mostly unchanged for the past thirty years in mainstream medicine. Although anxiety is our nation’s most common mental disorder, there are lingering feelings of shame surrounding the condition. Women, who often feel pressured to live up to unrealistic expectations, may suffer silently and refrain from seeking the help they deserve.   Anxiety at any stage of lifeDuring her lifetime, a woman has a 31 percent chance of developing anxiety,...

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Surprising Effects And Sources of Caffeine: Why It Affects People Differently

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Surprising Effects And Sources of Caffeine: Why It Affects People Differently

Do you feel like you need a cup of coffee or tea to start your day? 90% of adults in North America consume caffeine daily, (11) and nearly 80% of American adults consume 200 to 300 mg of caffeine per day—that’s equal to about two to three cups of coffee. (10) As a natural stimulant, caffeine can give you a boost of energy. But are you aware of the other effects caffeine has on the body? Continue reading to learn more about sources of caffeine and how much can cause different effects. Coffee is a source of naturally occurring caffeine.  ...

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