Stress 101. The Living Proof Institute

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1 Stress 101 The Living Proof Institute Add More Live To Your Life 9277 Centre Pointe Drive Suite 350 West Chester Ohio O: F: C:

2 Stress 101

3 A cell cannot be in a state of growth and defense at the same time Bruce Lipton

4 Every stress leaves a scar, and the organism pays for its survival after a stressful situation by becoming a little older. ~ Hans Salye

5 The Stress Response

6 what is Stress? Stress refers to anything that disturbs an individual s physical, emotional, or mental balance. The body has numerous stress response mechanisms and stress can affect the body in many different ways. Stress can affect each individual differently. Stress can cause a headache for one person and digestive troubles for another. We must realize that not all stress is bad, it is a normal part of life. What really matters is how much stress, what kind of stress, and ultimately, how each individual handles stress.

7 the 3 types of stress Mental/Emotional Chemical Physical

8 Every system in your body defines stress differently: chronic pain creates stress to the nervous system. chronic inflammation creates stress for the cardiovascular system and so forth. Therefore stress can also be defined as anything that creates a disruption in the body

9 Allostatic Load 5L 2L

10 What are your stresses?

11 What are your stresses? Employees

12 What are your stresses? Employees Car Payment

13 What are your stresses? Not enough time Employees Car Payment

14 What are your stresses? Not enough time Employees Car Payment Lack of Social Networks

15 What are your stresses? Not enough time Relationships Employees Car Payment Lack of Social Networks

16 What are your stresses? Not enough time Relationships Employees Car Payment Lack of Social Networks Taxes

17 What are your stresses? Not enough time Relationships Family Employees Car Payment Lack of Social Networks Taxes

18 Bills What are your stresses? Not enough time Relationships Family Employees Car Payment Lack of Social Networks Taxes

19 Not saying NO Bills What are your stresses? Not enough time Relationships Family Employees Car Payment Lack of Social Networks Taxes

20 Not saying NO Children Bills What are your stresses? Not enough time Relationships Family Employees Car Payment Lack of Social Networks Taxes

21 Not saying NO Children Poor Body Image Bills What are your stresses? Not enough time Relationships Family Employees Car Payment Lack of Social Networks Taxes

22 Cell Phone Overages Not saying NO Children Poor Body Image Bills What are your stresses? Not enough time Relationships Family Employees Car Payment Lack of Social Networks Taxes

23 Cell Phone Overages Not saying NO Children Work Poor Body Image Bills What are your stresses? Not enough time Relationships Family Employees Car Payment Lack of Social Networks Taxes

24 Cell Phone Overages Marriage Not saying NO Children Work Poor Body Image Bills What are your stresses? Not enough time Relationships Family Employees Car Payment Lack of Social Networks Taxes

25 Cell Phone Overages Marriage Not saying NO Children Work Poor Body Image Children Bills What are your stresses? Not enough time Relationships Family Employees Car Payment Lack of Social Networks Taxes

26 eustress

27 eustress Getting Married

28 eustress Getting Married Too much business

29 eustress Big Social Events Getting Married Too much business

30 eustress Getting Promoted Getting Married Too much business Big Social Events

31 Big Jobs/Contracts eustress Getting Promoted Getting Married Too much business Big Social Events

32 Big Jobs/Contracts Kids getting Married eustress Getting Promoted Getting Married Too much business Big Social Events

33 Big Jobs/Contracts Baby on the Way Kids getting Married eustress Getting Promoted Getting Married Too much business Big Social Events

34 Getting Married Big Jobs/Contracts Baby on the Way Kids getting Married eustress Getting Promoted Getting Married Too much business Big Social Events

35 Stress and Disease Stress can affect any part of the body and produce physical and emotional symptoms. Studies report that 70-85% of all diseases have stress related factors. The following slides are a few examples

36 Ulcerative Colitis Long term stress increases the risk of ulcerative colitis flare ups Studies have found that long term stress as opposed to short term stress tripled the risk of flare ups.

37 Stress and Heart Disease Evidence from studies indicate that cardiovascular response to stress is a risk factor to the same magnitude as smoking, hypertension, insulin resistance and elevated cholesterol. Frequent and prolonged periods of elevated blood pressure during mental stress may promote mechanical injury to the lining or cause release of hormones that can promote the buildup of plaque. Circulation Vol. 96, No 11: pp

38 Stress and Diabetes One of undesirable effects of chronic stress is that it contributes to insulin resistance. (Cortisol) This can lead to diabetes. Journal of Clinical Endocrinology 54 (1982) pp

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40 Stress Survey Stress Survey Name: Date: I go to bed at, I wake up at, I would like to wake up at. Mind is always racing I do not have a good stress outlet I have weight gain around the abdomen that is hard to lose I have poor digestion (bloating, heartburn, gas) I have elevated blood pressure I have blood sugar issues (ups and downs) I am a slow starter in the morning I don t feel like getting out of bed I get going around 10am I have low energy in the afternoon (between 2-4pm) I have lost interest and motivation in life s simple joys I have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep I have broken sleep (what time do you wake up at? ) I have cravings for sugar or fat or salt (circle those that apply) I salt my foods before I taste them At times I feel overwhelmed I have panic or anxiety attacks I yawn in the afternoon I have a poor stress response (over or under react) I have reduced libido I get dizzy when I when standing up quickly I have headaches that are worse after I exercise Caffeine makes me jittery I have a dependency on caffeine/energy drinks (# of drinks/day ) I have decreased immune function (never get sick) I have allergies (seasonal or environmental) I have sensitivity to light (tendency to need sunglasses) I have had a past emotional or physical trauma that has not been dealt with I internalize my stress I take a long time to recover from exercise (more than 2 days) I crave chocolate My gums bleed when I floss or brush my teeth The Living Proof Institute ADD MORE LIVE TO YOUR LIFE 9277 Centre Pointe Drive Suite 350 West Chester Ohio

41 Adrenal Body Type Short Attention Span Needs Stimulants Dark Circles under the eyes Grinds Teeth at night Tired when Climbing the Stairs Seems calm on the outside Thin to Normal Arms and Legs Fat midsection Ridges on Fingernails Crashes at night Short Temper Loves To hit Snooze Chronic Allergies

42 Phases of Stress Phase of Resistance Normal Resistance Alarm Response Phase of Exhaustion

43 Phases of Stress Phase of Resistance Normal Resistance Alarm Response Phase of Exhaustion

44 The Stress Hormones

45 Elevates heart rate Adenaline (Epinepherine) Increases blood pressure Increases cardiac output (work effort) Increases blood flow to skeletal muscle Increases sugar breakdown in the liver, elevates blood sugar levels Elevates cholesterol and fatty acids in the blood Decreases muscle building

46 Nor Adrenaline (Nor Epinepherine) Constricts smooth muscle in blood vessels thus raising blood pressure Shuts down the flow of blood to the digestive system

47 Cortisol Acts as an anti-inflammatory Decreases uptake of sugar from the blood stream Increases the risk of developing diabetes Breaks down fat in the arms and legs increases fat stores in the trunk Causing an apple shaped body, fat around the waist Shuts down the immune system to conserve energy Increases the risk of infection and impairs immune function

48 The Effects of Cortisol Decreases bone formation causing osteopenia Impairs proper sleep and energy patterns Slows down digestion Causing gas, bloating, heartburn, IBS etc Increases sodium retention high blood pressure Depletes Magnesium, Zinc, Glutamine, carnitine

49 Inducers of Cortisol Release Cortisol ACTH Poor Sugar Handling tissue damage Pain/inflammation Toxins Sympathetic Overflow Mental and Emotional Stress

50 Cortisol Rhythm

51 DHEA The hormone of youth Levels decline with age Levels decline with chronic stress Pre-cursor to all sex hormones By-product of cholesterol synthesis

52 DHEA

53 The Stress Response Gone to Far Diabetes Cardiovascular disease high blood pressure elevated blood fats stroke Gastrointestinal disease and illness Autoimmune diseases Infertility Osteoporosis Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Cancer Tension headaches Allergies and hay fever

54 Stress and Cholesterol

55 Adrenal Testing

56 Stress Screening Test the first is called the Ragland s test This is a simple test to check the function of these glands by taking a person s blood pressure sitting and then standing

57 Ragland s Test The doctor has you lie on your back for 5 minutes, then takes your blood pressure Leaving the blood pressure cuff in place, you stand up and immediately have your blood pressure taken again Your blood pressure should rise 15 points or more If it is below this or below the original blood pressure amount, it is indicative of a serious adrenal problem.

58 Adrenal Stress Index test

59 Adrenal Stress Index test

60 Adrenal Stress Index test

61 Adrenal Stress Index test

62 Biomarker Testing

63 How to Manage Stress

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65 Nutritional Support Based on Evaluation Glandular support Magnesium Licorice Root DHEA supplementation (if low) B vitamins (especially b5 and b6) Vitamin C and E Siberian Ginseng Cordyceps Mushroom Pregnenolone if low

66 Reducing the Effects of Stress Via nutrition Avoid Caffeine, especially after 2pm Low glycemic index foods (google) Eliminate refined and processed foods Eat 5-6 smaller meals throughout the day Avoid eating a heavy meal before bed Reduce/eliminate refined sugars and carbs Avoid trans-fats

67 How to reduce Stress VIA Exercise Weight training avoid over training minute walk Yoga Tai Chi Pilates Jogging Deep breathing exercises

68 Reducing Stress Via Lifestyle learn to say no don t stress over the things you can t change make a list (lists) count your blessings don t procrastinate breathe find a balance get fish or a pet relaxing sounds / sound machine don t watch the news pursue a hobby

69 Deep Breathing Exercises

70 Questions