If we are stressed out all the time our bodies produce higher levels of cortisol. This is why I want to assist you with learning these modalities or alternative therapies to reduce your stress and this in fact , may reduce issues involving poor digestion, poor gut-health. Enhances the gut-brain connection.
YOGA
Benefits of Yoga:
Relaxes the body & mind reducing anxiety & stress
May reduce blood pressure & heart rate
Activation of the vagus nerve which may assist with decreasing “fight or flight “ mode
Improved cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and physical well-being
Improves executive function, enabling you to make better decisions with food choices
May reduce inflammation
Increased alpha, theta, & gamma brain waves ensuring a better night’s sleep
Increased pre-frontal cortex activity that may help with improved awareness & the ability to stop
& think before acting ( stop before you reach for the bag of potato chips!)
Increased endorphins and serotonin, melatonin & oxytocin hormones
Improved proprioception or body awareness
Mindful Walking/Meditation
The benefits of learning to be mindful are many:
Improved self awareness
Positive effects to reduce anxiety & stress
Improvement of lifestyle choices
Improved sensory experiences ( taste,auditory, visual)
