Overview: Stress defined: talk about what stress is: overview and HRV info Stress has always been a part of the human existence, however in society today the shift has been from acute to chronic stress; which, if left unchecked, will begin to take its toll...
Fight or flight triggers with sympathetic nervous system/adrenal Breaking down the play-by-play of the ‘fight or flight’ response and how it relates to our central nervous system can give us a better understanding of what we can do to better regulate stress and its...
The immune system: What does it mean to have stress? We know that too much stress is not necessarily good for us, but it is important to fully understand the deep impact that it can have on your entire body. Stress – A review: Stress is a state of mental or...
Healthy Fats vs. Inflammatory Fats We all hear about how chronic inflammation can be influenced by infections, injuries, and different health conditions like heart disease and diabetes, but did you know what you’re eating may also contribute to inflammation? Symptoms...
Physical Contributors to Stress: Environmental Toxins Being aware of potential toxins that can be encountered throughout the day can make it easier to avoid some and build up defenses to other with lifestyle choices. Into to Environmental Toxins: It is...
Energy out Resting Metabolic Rate, Activity Factor, Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis: How does it add up? What is a resting metabolic rate? Term that is often used interchangeably with Resting Energy Expenditure, and it is the largest component of your...
