The mechanism by which a cell dies, that is, apoptosis, necrosis, pyroptosis, or autophagic cell death, often depends on its ability to cope with the conditions to which it is exposed. The adaptive capacity of a cell ultimately determines its fate when it comes under stress. The strength or what we can call a cells … Continue reading Cellular Stress and Adaptive Cellular Capacity
Stress, Cancer and Sexuality
Anything that compromises your immune system dramatically reduces your chances for long term survival. It’s understandable that sexuality may not be the primary focus for most cancer patients, at least not right away. But at some point, whether because of sexual changes, relationship issues, or difficulties with fertility, patients realize the impact of cancer on … Continue reading Stress, Cancer and Sexuality
Stress Reduction for Cancer Patients – Blowing Bubbles
Breast cancer confronts women with the most profound issues of vulnerability and womanhood. From the moment they receive their diagnosis, women are terrorized on the deepest level with the prospect of losing their breasts to the surgeon’s knife. This is just the beginning of many justified fears that arise when women surrender themselves and their … Continue reading Stress Reduction for Cancer Patients – Blowing Bubbles
How to make stress your friend | Kelly McGonigal
Stress. It makes your heart pound, your breathing quicken and your forehead sweat. But while stress has been made into a public health enemy, new research suggests that stress may only be bad for you if you believe that to be the case. Psychologist Kelly McGonigal urges us to see stress as a positive, and … Continue reading How to make stress your friend | Kelly McGonigal
Brain fog is caused by lifestyle: Doctor reveals how diet, stress levels and sleep affect hormones, performance and immunity
A celebrity physician has told Daily Mail online that diet, stress levels, and lack of proper sleep affect hormones, immunity, and mental performance, causing a “brain fog” that makes us forgetful and lose our focus. New York osteopathic physician Christopher Calapai, said that any person at any age can develop brain fog with poor diet, vitamin deficiency, and excessive … Continue reading Brain fog is caused by lifestyle: Doctor reveals how diet, stress levels and sleep affect hormones, performance and immunity
Using Rhodiola to Manage Stress
Source: Using Rhodiola to Manage Stress by Dr. Edward Group Rhodiola rosea is an herb is one such natural approach that shows promise for lifting mood and managing anxiety, stress, and cognitive support. In addition to uncovering the root cause of these symptoms, you may wish to incorporate this powerful plant into your daily mental wellness … Continue reading Using Rhodiola to Manage Stress
How Do I Eliminate Stress With Color?
Source: How Do I Eliminate Stress With Color? by Dr. Edward Group Color is everywhere and has many functions. In nature, animals and plants use color for camouflage and to facilitate mating. Humans decorate and dress with color for expression. Color preference has a psychological affect on mood and affects people on a subconscious level. Color … Continue reading How Do I Eliminate Stress With Color?
8 Ways to Manage Holiday Stress
Source: 8 Ways to Manage Holiday Stress by Dr. Edward Group People young and old look forward to the holidays, but once the festivities draw near, the things we eagerly anticipated can become major stressors. In fact, an estimated 80% of Americans expect to feel stressed during the holidays.[1] There are holiday parties, out of state trips, … Continue reading 8 Ways to Manage Holiday Stress
Calm your anxiety and stress with these 10 natural herbs
Anxiety and other stress-related issues are on the rise in the United States. Anxiety disorders affect 40 million American adults, which is about one-fifth of the country's total population. Each year, millions of prescriptions are written for anti-anxiety drugs such as Valium, Xanax, and Tranxene (benzodiazepines). They are the most commonly prescribed medicines which account for almost … Continue reading Calm your anxiety and stress with these 10 natural herbs
4 Ways to Lower Stress and Prevent Breast Cancer
Everybody knows that stress leads to disease, but rarely do we talk about the happy “flip side” of this— learning how to calm stress responses kicks in the “relaxation response” that leads to health, more energy and less risk of disease. Studies over the last ten years have demonstrated this winning formula without a shadow … Continue reading 4 Ways to Lower Stress and Prevent Breast Cancer
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 