{"id":972,"date":"2017-12-12T06:26:05","date_gmt":"2017-12-12T06:26:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/veryhealthy.life\/?p=972"},"modified":"2021-07-13T18:05:30","modified_gmt":"2021-07-13T18:05:30","slug":"15-stress-symptoms-deal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/veryhealthy.life\/15-stress-symptoms-deal\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Stress Symptoms and How to Deal with Them"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"Stress is a fact of life for many people. With widespread worries about job security, it is important to maintain top performance at work. This combined with money worries, family responsibilities, and life crises can increase your stress level. In many cases, the pressure is temporary and passes when a problem is solved or a deadline is met. However, for many people, stress is an issue they have to deal with every day because of a stressful job or life circumstances beyond their control.<\/p>\n

If stress seems like a constant companion, it is important to know what toll it can take on health and take measures to guard against it. Excessive pressure can lead to multiple and surprising symptoms, such as bleeding gums, itchy skin, headaches, and heart palpitations. Among the best ways to combat stress is to eat a healthy diet rich in B vitamins, get regular exercise, especially aerobic workouts which strengthen the cardiovascular system and to engage in meditation or yoga. In addition, adopting a healthy attitude to life and its challenges rather than surrendering to anxiety and despair can have a positive impact. Changing jobs or moving away from a hostile living situation may seem like a drastic decision, but if stress is affecting your health, it may be the right choice.<\/p>\n

1. Minor Memory Loss<\/h3>\n

If you feel overwhelmed, you may not remember small details that can be important. For instance, you could race out of the door to catch a train on time and remember at the station that you forgot to lock the house. When we feel stress, our attention is razor-focused on the issue at hand and tends to block out other things. There is a tendency to forget things, which may lead to errors at work or other problems. If you have a situation in which you are faced with chronic stress<\/a>, you can create extra reminders for yourself and get into a routine of checking things regularly.<\/p>\n

\"\"2. Gastrointestinal Problems<\/h3>\n

Stress not only leads to tight nerves, but it can cause a host of gastrointestinal<\/a> problems, such as an upset stomach, bloating, gas, diarrhea, and constipation.<\/p>\n

Those who suffer from stress chronically can develop irritable bowel syndrome. If you have any of these symptoms and feel they are related to stress, avoid depending on medications to treat only the symptoms, but find ways to reduce the pressure in your life.<\/p>\n

Try meditation, exercise or even consider changing jobs, since even a good salary may not be worth the toll it takes on your health.<\/p>\n

\"\"3. Increased Anxiety<\/h3>\n

We are often told to think positively, but this may go against our impulses if we are under stress. When there is a perceived threat, our minds react by jumping to the worst possible scenarios so we will be prepared to react effectively.<\/p>\n

However, in many cases, this tool can work against us if this develops into a full-blown anxiety issue. Chronic stress can lead to anxiety disorders that may require professional treatment.<\/p>\n

If you feel your anxiety<\/a> has gotten out of hand, consider seeking help, and get advice from a therapist about how to cope with this problem.<\/p>\n

\"\"4. Decreased Immunity<\/h3>\n

Most of us get colds and flu from time to time, but if you are getting sick more often than usual, stress may be the culprit. When we are focused on dealing with an obstacle, it can rob energy away from other things, like fighting microbes.<\/p>\n

As a result, our defenses are down and we can more readily come down with sniffles, or more serious problems. Adopt a healthy diet and exercise routine and get enough rest.<\/p>\n

You may want to take immune-boosting herbs, such as echinacea<\/a>, and take B vitamins which can be depleted by stress.<\/p>\n

\"\"5. Weekend Headaches<\/h3>\n

You are ready to enjoy a great weekend getaway only to get hit with a headache when you begin traveling. There may have been a lot of stress at the office lately, but that is why you are leaving it all behind on the weekend, right?<\/p>\n

Even though you are enjoying yourself, your headache<\/a> on Saturday can be a delayed effect of your major report on Friday. You can go ahead and take some pain medication, but try to deal with the underlying cause.<\/p>\n

Try a head massage and breathing exercises to ease the pressure.<\/p>\n

\"\"6. Eye Twitching<\/h3>\n

If you feel that your eyelid is twitching unexpectedly, the cause can be pressure<\/a>. You may experience this odd feeling of sudden twitching and wonder if you have eye problems. If your nerves are firing on a regular basis, these twitches are likely to happen.<\/p>\n

They may occur on the eyelid, the lower part of the eye, and may pass quickly or be so powerful you have to close your eyes to get them to stop. See a doctor confirm there is not an underlying problem.<\/p>\n

If the cause seems to be stress, try meditation or periods of relaxation throughout the day to relieve the pressure.<\/p>\n

\"\"7. Reduced Energy<\/h3>\n

Stress can take a toll on your body. It can constantly require you to get up and go at a moment\u2019s notice and to react quickly. The result of this is an energy deficit that can be corrected with some rest and relaxation. Exhaustion is your body\u2019s way of telling you it is time to relax and repair your body.<\/p>\n

See if you can adjust your routine and see your doctor if the fatigue<\/a> continues. You could be suffering from adrenal fatigue since your body is releasing large amounts of adrenaline.<\/p>\n

Take plenty of B vitamins and make sure you are getting enough sleep.<\/p>\n

\"\"8. Faster Heartbeat<\/h3>\n

Our pulses can race when we are engaged in vigorous physical activity, experience emotional excitement, are afraid, and a number of other reasons. A racing pulse is not always so exciting, though, and can be a troubling result of too much stress.<\/p>\n

It is a natural result of the body\u2019s reflex to pump more blood<\/a> so it can react quickly, if needed, to a threat. However, a chronically fast heartbeat can lead to health issues or be a sign that something isn\u2019t right.<\/p>\n

Taking a few breaths and focusing your attention away from the stressor can help reduce stress and provide a constructive coping mechanism.<\/p>\n

\"\"9. Teeth Grinding<\/h3>\n

You may not realize it, but stress during the day may cause teeth grinding at night.<\/p>\n

Perhaps your partner has noticed this or you have a sore jaw in the morning. Grinding is hard to catch and can have a significant impact on your teeth, which can be worn down by the scraping.<\/p>\n

Ask your dentist about a mouth guard you can wear at night to protect your teeth<\/a> from grinding or to keep the activity from happening altogether.<\/p>\n

Use herbal treatments or relaxation exercises prior to going to sleep so you won\u2019t go to bed anxious.<\/p>\n

\"\"10. Increased Period Cramps<\/h3>\n

Painful cramps<\/a> and moodiness prior to the onset of menstruation are not unusual, but if you are experiencing more pain than usual, it might be the result of stress. People undergoing pressure have tighter muscles as the body prepares itself to react instantly.<\/p>\n

This can translate into aggravated aches and pains, including extremely painful cramps. Although the last thing you may want to do is to work out, getting some exercise can actually loosen your muscles and relieve the pain.<\/p>\n

It may be a bit difficult at first, but working out can keep you limber and your muscles supple.<\/p>\n

\"\"11. Weird Dreams<\/h3>\n

We all can have bizarre, inexplicable dreams now and again, but if your dreams are becoming complex and alarming, stress<\/a> may be to blame.<\/p>\n

Psychologists have found that dreams are more pleasant closer to the time we wake up, but if you are constantly confronted with uncomfortable imagery, that may be a sign that you are waking up several times during the night.<\/p>\n

Create a relaxation routine prior to going to bed and consider keeping a dream journal so you can try to sort out the messages your dreams are telling you.<\/p>\n

\"\"12. Increased Cravings for Sweets<\/h3>\n

Indulging in chocolate<\/a>, pastries and sugary sweets are something many of us enjoy. If, however, your cravings for these food has reached a fever pitch, it may be a reaction to stress.<\/p>\n

The phenomenon of stress eating is familiar to many, but consuming too many sweets may cause weight gain and a nutritional deficit. Try to opt for sweets that are healthy, such as fruit or non-sugar alternatives to candy bars and other tempting items.<\/p>\n

Although your body naturally craves these quick carbs for instant energy, they can leave a lasting effect on your waistline.<\/p>\n

\"\"13. Itching<\/h3>\n

If you keep itching your skin or your scalp, you may conclude the underlying problem is a skin condition, an allergy<\/a>, or even tiny bugs.<\/p>\n

However, the real cause may simply be stress. Pressure can fire off our nerves and give them excess stimulation which could result in random itchiness.<\/p>\n

If you are itching, rule out other problems, such as skin problems like eczema, psoriasis, or a reaction to an infestation in your home. Engage in meditation and breathing exercises when you feel the itchiness comes on and make lifestyle changes to help you relax.<\/p>\n

\"\"14. Acne Breakouts<\/h3>\n

Teenagers have a daily battle with acne, but adults may have skin breakouts if they have too much pressure in their lives. Pimples<\/a> may be your least favorite high school memory, and you are likely to have an acne breakout during the worst possible time–like the night before a business presentation rather than the day before the prom.<\/p>\n

Use a skin preparation that fights bacteria and debris that can trigger breakouts and follow it with a lotion that will keep your skin from feeling too dry.<\/p>\n

\"\"15. Bleeding Gums<\/h3>\n

Even the best dental routine may not protect against bleeding gums due to stress. Elevated levels of the hormone cortisol released when we are in high-pressure situations may threaten our immune systems<\/a>.<\/p>\n

This may mean that your gums are more vulnerable to bacteria that can attack the gums. In addition, eating on the run, collapsing into bed, and running around in the morning can cause people to be lax about dental routines.<\/p>\n

Keep your mouth in tip-top shape with brushing and flossing and use a germ-fighting mouthwash.<\/p>\n\r\n

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