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why i stress for nothing
What is stress ? Stress can be defined as a physiological and psychological reaction of the body to an event or situation that overwhelms it and in which it finds it difficult to respond. When the environment subjects the individual to stress , it triggers an adaptive physiological response called allostasis. This response occurs at the level of the autonomic nervous system via the sympathetic nervous system. It stimulates the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis which will play a role in the production of hormones attempting to restore the individual's emotional balance (1). The physiological response to environmental stressors has an evolutionary advantage. Indeed this component serves, in the animal instinct, as fight or flight mechanisms. Stress these days Today's society is subjecting the individual to growing stress , increased by the current health crisis, the Covid . The world of work, social pressure, the anxiety of professional failure, inter-individual judgments perceived as anxiety-provoking , the fast pace of life responsible for sleep disorders... There are many situations revealing a psychological impact in humans trying to find their place in society. Then comes a recurring question these days, why am I stressing for nothing ? Understand and learn to manage stress Chronic stress is manifested by a state of anxiety that lasts over time. The causes are many and specific to each. An anxious individual will ask himself “ why am I stressing for nothing ”, being disturbed by the emotions that pass through him, often subject to a state of hypervigilance, and dependent on these feelings. This person finds themselves facing a great risk of developing, over the course of their life, depression , even to the point of burnout , because of their daily stress . The emotions that emanate from the question “ why am I stressing for nothing ” introduce fear and apprehension of everyday events, however small they may be. This anxious state is very detrimental to health and results in anxiety attacks in some people. Many physical and mental illnesses are caused by an accumulation of stress . To help manage the problem of stress , we need to understand the reasons for “ why I stress for nothing ”, in order to put in place appropriate responses. First of all, to avoid aggravating the situation, don't panic ! We must start by identifying the stress crisis , analyzing the situation, listening to our senses, letting go of the thoughts that cross our mind. Exercises that help control stress Breathing exercises: cardiac coherence If you are one of those people who wonders “ why am I stressing for nothing ” then breathing exercises are for you. Among them, cardiac coherence, which consists of a control of inspirations and expirations. Each must be slow and controlled to allow the heart rate to be lowered voluntarily. To help you control your breathing, you can put a hand on your stomach. You will easily find videos on YouTube to help you practice this exercise. Exercise as soon as the first symptoms of stress appear, to improve your time falling asleep and help you let go of your emotions. Meditation and sophrology Sophrology brings together a set of techniques that will act on the body and mind . This psycho-corporeal method aims at self-knowledge, and the balance between one's emotions , thoughts and body . If you ask yourself “ why am I stressing for nothing?” ”, then develop harmony with your sensations thanks to sophrology. To learn sophrology, you can turn to professionals specializing in this discipline. Some sophrologists run group classes, consider sharing them with a friend, your partner or your children. Meditation consists of refocusing on yourself, listening to your thoughts in a neutral way, letting go of good and bad emotions. It is more about letting go and listening to your primitive senses. Sport: good for stress Physical and sporting activity , whatever it may be, allows the body to release all types of bodily tension by secreting well-being hormones, notably endorphins. We advise you to try several types of sport to find the one that suits you best. Even 20 minutes of walking is beneficial in helping to relieve feelings of stress . How to make a stress ball? A practical tool to respond to a stressful situation , the anti-stress ball! Here is a simple method for making it at home: Take 3 balloons (not too thin if possible). Blow lightly into one of the balloons, then using a small funnel, introduce 80g of rice and 120g of flour (you can supplement with more flour so that your balloon reaches the desired size. Once the balloon is filled to your liking, let out as much air as possible then tie a knot. Cut the rubber end, taking care not to cut too close to the knot. Then wrap this balloon in the two other balloons at your disposal (add 1 or 2 other balloons if they are too thin). Make a knot each time, taking care to cut the ends. Your stress ball is complete! You can bring this little ball everywhere with you, at work, on a trip, on a scary date... Think about it! In the case of stress crises that are too important and constraining, consult a health professional. Find our range to fight against stress and anxiety. Bibliographic reference : (1). Osorio, Carlos; Probert, Thomas; Jones, Edgar; Young, Allan H.; Robbins, Ian. Adapting to stress: understanding the neurobiology of resilience . Behavioral Medicine. 2017;43(4):307-322.
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General information on saffron : It is a bulbous perennial herbaceous plant , without stem, belonging to the Iridaceae family, the Liliaceae lineage, cultivated between 650 and 1200m altitude, in various countries such as Greece, Italy, Spain, Israel , Morocco, Turkey, Iran, India, China, Egypt and Mexico (Hatziagapiou K et al, 2019). Saffron, which for decades was the world's most expensive spice by weight, is native to Iran; it was first cultivated in the Persian Empire (Kamalipour M, 2011) The spice is obtained from the three stigmas of the plant which have been dried. Its nickname “red gold” comes from its laborious production: it takes 150,000 flowers to produce one kilo of this spice. In addition, the harvest must be carried out quickly because the flower blooms for only 24 hours: this plant remains dormant during the summer, and flowering takes place in autumn when all the other plants are preparing to protect themselves against the rigors of winter. (Moratalla-Lopez N et al, 2019) Crocetin esters are responsible for the red color of this spice and its coloring ability to give yellowish-red hues. Picrocrocin is the main contributor to the bitter taste characteristic, and safranal is the main compound in the volatile fraction of saffron contributing to its aroma (Moratalla-Lopez N et al, 2019) For a very long time, this spice has been very popular in cooking, for its coloring power which gives dishes a yellow color. Saffron also has a strong aroma. It is also a flavor enhancer. For example, it can be added to jams to enhance the taste of fruits. Saffron has been used for a long time in tinctures but it is especially in medicine that saffron is recognized for its many virtues. To benefit from its benefits, the preferred form is filament to avoid counterfeiting. Saffron capsules can be consumed, without exceeding a dose of 15mg per day. Saffron can also be used as an infusion by taking 1g of saffron in 1 liter of water. Its properties On the nervous system: It is recognized for its antioxidant potential which could be attributed to its content of phenols and flavonoids, gallic acid and pyrogallol (Hatziagapiou K et al, 2019). Quercetin is ubiquitous in fruits and vegetables, being one of the most common dietary flavonols in the Western diet. Quercetin has been reported to exert a wide range of biological effects, including antioxidant and anticarcinogenic activities (Reyes-Farias M et al, 2019). Recent studies indicate that saffron components, particularly crocins and crocetin, may have an anticarcinogenic effect in breast, lung and pancreatic cancer cells (Moratalla-Lopez N et al, 2019). Oxidative stress, a condition of imbalance between the production of reactive oxygen species and antioxidants, strongly contributes to the high incidence of Alzheimer's disease in elderly subjects (Mecocci P et al, 2018). Saffron and its metabolites have pharmacological effects on the central nervous system, with an action on memory and learning, thus having effects on Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and multiple sclerosis (Moratalla- Lopez N et al, 2019). Recent results from animal and human studies have demonstrated that saffron and its main constituent crocin are effective against cognitive dysfunction induced by chronic stress and oxidative stress and slow cognitive decline in Alzheimer's disease (Saeedi M, 2021 ). Recently, several randomized controlled clinical trials have been conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of saffron in mild to moderate depression (Toth B et al, 2018). It has long been known to help mental well-being : it brings joy, cheerfulness and serenity. Saffron is statistically significantly superior to placebo in the treatment of mild to moderate depression, and not inferior to Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressants (fluoxetine, citalopram) (Toth B et al, 2018). On the cardiovascular system : Saffron is a powerful tonic . Several studies claim that crocetin increases oxygen diffusion and, therefore, oxygenation of various tissues by increasing oxygen in blood plasma (Moratalla-Lopez N et al, 2019). Due to the presence of crocetin, it indirectly helps in reducing the level of cholesterol in the blood and the severity of atherosclerosis, thereby reducing the chances of heart attack. Saffron helps reduce the risk of heart disease by strengthening the blood circulatory system (Kamalipour M et al, 2011). On the ophthalmic system: Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a common, chronic and progressive degenerative disease of the macula that affects the elderly and is characterized by a loss of central vision ( Gheorghe A, 2015). Six published clinical studies evaluated vision-related parameters in AMD patients receiving oral saffron supplementation. Based on this, studies found that saffron improves visual acuity with all doses tested (daily dose range: 20 to 50 mg) (Heitmar et al, 2019). Recently, a randomized clinical trial showed that in patients with early AMD, dietary supplementation with saffron was able to significantly improve sensitivity to retinal flicker (Bisti S, 2014). On the body in general: It has been proven that in addition to weight loss treatment, saffron can reduce the frequency of snacking (Moshiri et al, 2014). They suggest several mechanisms: the blocking of the digestion of fats in the diet, the reduction in food intake by increasing satiety, or the feeling of fullness due to the increase in the level of neurotransmitters or hormonal functions and the increase glucose and lipid metabolism (Moratalla-Lopez N et al, 2019). Saffron in the treatment of migraine? No study has evaluated the effectiveness of saffron against migraines . However, this spice remains known to fight against these headaches. Crocin, crocetin and picrocrocin (which are pigments present in saffron) act on the nervous system. It would thus fight against the hyperexcitability of the brain. This property is interesting for patients who suffer from migraine because the brain of migraine sufferers is hyper-excitable and hypometabolic (Lovati C et al, 2014).
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