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What Causes Stress? : Understanding and Overcoming Your Stress Triggers

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What Causes Stress? : Understanding and Overcoming Your Stress Triggers By Monica Saxena | Wellness Blogger| Certified in Holistic Health & Nutrition | Fully Accredited Professional Nutritionist | If you have an exam the next day or an important presentation and you feel completely unprepared for it, you may find yourself nervous, restless, and unable to sleep; that is stress. Stress is the feeling that your body and mind experience when you face pressure, challenges, or situations that feel difficult to handle. It usually happens when demands seem greater than your ability to cope.  Similarly, if unexpected guests arrive while you are busy, you may feel rushed, tense, and overwhelmed trying to manage everything at once. This response is linked to the body’s fight-or-flight response , which releases hormones that make you more alert but also anxious. In simple terms, stress is the body’s natural reaction to pressure or sudden demands. While a small amount of stress can motiva...

Heart Wreckers: Things that are Harmful to Your Heart

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Heart Wreckers: Things  that are Harmful to Your Heart By Monica Saxena | Wellness Blogger | Certified in Holistic Health & Nutrition | Fully Accredited Professional Nutritionist | World Heart Day (WHD) is observed on 29th September every year. This day was named to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease and make strides to reduce it around the world. In keeping with this spirit and creating awareness about heart health, let’s find out what we can do to keep our hearts healthy. Heart wreckers typically refer to factors or behaviours that can significantly harm heart health. Certain foods can negatively impact heart health, especially when consumed in excess. Similarly, certain habits like smoking and excessive alcohol consumption can be bad for heart health. All of these can be termed heart-wreckers. Here are some common things and practices that are harmful to your heart that you need to watch out for: 1. Processed Meats : Common processed meat exa...

Heart Healers:Foods and Practices for a Healthy Heart

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Heart Healers:  Foods and Practices for a Healthy Heart By Monica Saxena | Wellness Blogger | Certified in Holistic Health & Nutrition | Fully Accredited Professional Nutritionist | As we delve into the world of heart health, certain foods and practices help keep our hearts healthy. Our hearts work tirelessly to keep us going, so it’s only fair we give them some love back. From delicious foods to simple lifestyle adjustments, there are numerous options available. We must be mindful of what we eat and combine them with our diet. Let's explore how to keep our hearts happy and healthy. Heart-Healthy Foods 1. Fruits and Veggies Fruits and veggies are colourful powerhouses packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. You just need to aim for a variety of colours to maximise nutrients. Some heart-loving options that can be your heart healers include: Berries : When it comes to foods that both taste great and are great for your heart, the ...