Q: I am recovering from breast cancer surgery. Unfortunately, my healing process is coinciding with several unexpected stressful events in my life. Can stress actually slow my healing?
A: Stress does have far-reaching physical effects. There is plenty of research showing that stress especially long-term stress, and the feeling you cannot get control of your life can harm your body.
It all starts with the body's stress response. Our bodies are "wired" to respond to acute stressors. For example, our distant ancestors often had to deal with approaching predators. Their bodies had to be prepared to fight or to flee.
Life in the 21st century doesn't expose most of us to the threat of being eaten by lions. But we do have our own version of such threats, like nearly getting run over by a speeding car.
What we probably have more of today than our ancestors on the Serengeti had is CHRONIC stress the drip, drip, drip of one challenge after another: The traffic jam. The kid who needs to get to a soccer game when you had planned to go shopping. The boss who asks for something by tomorrow. And how are you going to find the time for that if you have to get your kid to soccer and also shop?
read more: http://www.stardem.com/article_3abec675-9529-5157-8cb7-e772fcf50123.html
Sunday, 25 March 2012
Monday, 12 March 2012
Emergency stress relief strategies: Seven supplements and tips
Emergency stress relief strategies: Seven supplements and tips.
Taking active steps to beat stress and calm your nervous system is essential for fat loss, not to mention optimal health. However, even if you are doing everything right to modulate cortisol, there may still be moments of crisis, exams, deadlines, meetings or presentations that send your heart racing out of your chest and your stress levels through the roof. Luckily, there are a number of things you can do to take the edge off in any situation.
Breathe: Sounds simple right? We do it all the time. However during time of stress most of us take rapid, shallow breaths from our upper torso. Abdominal breathing is a much healthier, more relaxing way to breathe. Just four deep belly breaths will also trick your body into a relaxation response and get you out of that flight-or-fight mode so common with stress. Best of all, you can be right at your desk. Simply inhale for four seconds (while expanding your stomach like you are filling up a balloon) and then exhale for four seconds. Pause for two seconds before the next inhale and repeat then repeat the process as many times as you need (for a minimum of four).
RELATED: Smart food for your memory
Go for a massage: We know that the cortisol and adrenalin we produce when we're under stress are destructive to our body tissues, immune system and adrenal glands when they are present in high amounts for long periods of time. A study from the International Journal of Neuroscience (October 2005) found that massage increases endorphin release, which is excellent for treating pain, depression and anxiety. It helps ease activity in the sympathetic nervous system (fight or flight) and increases our parasympathetic response (rest and relax). So beyond simply feeling good while you are on the table, massage has definite physiological benefits. If you work in a busy downtown core you may just be able to find someplace that offers short, seated 15 - 20 minute massages that you can get on your lunch hour.
Read More - http://ca.shine.yahoo.com/emergency-stress-relief-strategies-seven-supplements-tips-170000203.html
Taking active steps to beat stress and calm your nervous system is essential for fat loss, not to mention optimal health. However, even if you are doing everything right to modulate cortisol, there may still be moments of crisis, exams, deadlines, meetings or presentations that send your heart racing out of your chest and your stress levels through the roof. Luckily, there are a number of things you can do to take the edge off in any situation.
Breathe: Sounds simple right? We do it all the time. However during time of stress most of us take rapid, shallow breaths from our upper torso. Abdominal breathing is a much healthier, more relaxing way to breathe. Just four deep belly breaths will also trick your body into a relaxation response and get you out of that flight-or-fight mode so common with stress. Best of all, you can be right at your desk. Simply inhale for four seconds (while expanding your stomach like you are filling up a balloon) and then exhale for four seconds. Pause for two seconds before the next inhale and repeat then repeat the process as many times as you need (for a minimum of four).
RELATED: Smart food for your memory
Go for a massage: We know that the cortisol and adrenalin we produce when we're under stress are destructive to our body tissues, immune system and adrenal glands when they are present in high amounts for long periods of time. A study from the International Journal of Neuroscience (October 2005) found that massage increases endorphin release, which is excellent for treating pain, depression and anxiety. It helps ease activity in the sympathetic nervous system (fight or flight) and increases our parasympathetic response (rest and relax). So beyond simply feeling good while you are on the table, massage has definite physiological benefits. If you work in a busy downtown core you may just be able to find someplace that offers short, seated 15 - 20 minute massages that you can get on your lunch hour.
Read More - http://ca.shine.yahoo.com/emergency-stress-relief-strategies-seven-supplements-tips-170000203.html
Monday, 5 March 2012
Sleeping pills for insomnia increase risk of death fourfold, and could raise risk of cancer
Sleeping pills for insomnia increase risk of death fourfold, and could raise risk of cancer
A new study by American scientists has shown that sleeping pills used by thousands of people in the UK are linked with an increased risk of death.
The study, published in BMJ Open, compared more than 10,000 patients taking sleeping tablets with 23,000 patients not taking these drugs.
Researchers from the Jackson Hole Centre for Preventative Medicine in Wyoming and the Scripps Clinic Viterbi Family Sleep Centre in California looked at a wide range of sleeping pills, including those regularly used in the UK.
They found that people prescribed sleeping pills were 4.6 times more likely to die during a 2.5 year period compared to those not on the drugs.
People taking higher doses of temazepam pills, which were dispensed 2.8m times in England in 2010, were six times more likely to die in the next two-and-a-half years.
Read more - http://www.activequote.com/health-insurance/news/Sleeping-pills-for-insomnia-increase-risk-of-death-fourfold-and-could-raise-risk-of-cancer.aspx
A new study by American scientists has shown that sleeping pills used by thousands of people in the UK are linked with an increased risk of death.
The study, published in BMJ Open, compared more than 10,000 patients taking sleeping tablets with 23,000 patients not taking these drugs.
Researchers from the Jackson Hole Centre for Preventative Medicine in Wyoming and the Scripps Clinic Viterbi Family Sleep Centre in California looked at a wide range of sleeping pills, including those regularly used in the UK.
They found that people prescribed sleeping pills were 4.6 times more likely to die during a 2.5 year period compared to those not on the drugs.
People taking higher doses of temazepam pills, which were dispensed 2.8m times in England in 2010, were six times more likely to die in the next two-and-a-half years.
Read more - http://www.activequote.com/health-insurance/news/Sleeping-pills-for-insomnia-increase-risk-of-death-fourfold-and-could-raise-risk-of-cancer.aspx
Wednesday, 29 February 2012
Sneak a peak at our Yantra Mat Diaries
There's Abbey, who's been suffering from insomnia since the birth of her baby daughter and feels exhausted all the time; Heather, who has recently embarked on a new exercise regime and is fed up of hobbling about with sore muscles the day after a big run; and Sarah, a self-confessed workaholic who has admitted that she tends to internalise stressful situations and spends a lot of time worrying about various aspects of her business.
Keep up with our three lovely Yantra Mat owners to find out how they get on with their acupressure mats over the next few months and let us know on Twitter and Facebook if you want to ask them any questions about using the mat.
Keep up with our three lovely Yantra Mat owners to find out how they get on with their acupressure mats over the next few months and let us know on Twitter and Facebook if you want to ask them any questions about using the mat.
Monday, 27 February 2012
What's the biggest cause of stress for men, women?
Women tend to have more stress in their lives, but also have more varied responses to relieving stress than men.
While personal matters such as family problems and living situations might cause the most stress for women, new research shows it's on-the-job issues that cause men the most anxiety.
A study by Polaris Marketing Research regarding sources of stress revealed that men were more likely to say work issues were causing them angst, while women were significantly more likely to cite financial issues, lack of time, family problems, living situation and relationship issues.
Tuesday, 21 February 2012
Science and spirituality work together to cure insomnia
Science and spirituality have always been at loggerheads. However, efforts have been on to make the two work together for the larger good of people. City-based Janardan Swami Yogabhyasi Mandal and Indian Psychiatric Society's Nagpur branch would make one such effort by means of a two month-long camp that aims to heal insomnia through yoga therapy.
The camp that starts off from Sunday would combine the expertise of the eminent yoga gurus from the mandal and some of the eminent psychiatrists of the city. The mental health of those attending the camp would be documented at the beginning and the end to assess the efficiency of the traditional therapy.
The camp that starts off from Sunday would combine the expertise of the eminent yoga gurus from the mandal and some of the eminent psychiatrists of the city. The mental health of those attending the camp would be documented at the beginning and the end to assess the efficiency of the traditional therapy.
"Instead of making tall claims, our mandal believes in proving ourselves. Since the last ten years, we have been conducting annual camps where we call the doctors to evaluate the condition of those attending the camps. Through the camp, we teach them several lifestyle modifications, asanas, kriyas, meditation, pranayaam and tell them about several dos and don'ts depending on their health," said Dr Dinesh Bapat, a physician and a senior teacher in the mandal.
"Sleep is the protective mechanism for the body and sleep disorders can lead to many problems like cardiovascular diseases and depression among others. Yoga has been a very efficient way to deal with such illnesses," believed Dr Kausar Abbasi, chairman of the scientific committee of IPS, Nagpur.
Read more - http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-02-19/nagpur/31076920_1_month-long-camp-yoga-therapy-science-and-spirituality
"Sleep is the protective mechanism for the body and sleep disorders can lead to many problems like cardiovascular diseases and depression among others. Yoga has been a very efficient way to deal with such illnesses," believed Dr Kausar Abbasi, chairman of the scientific committee of IPS, Nagpur.
Read more - http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-02-19/nagpur/31076920_1_month-long-camp-yoga-therapy-science-and-spirituality
Tuesday, 14 February 2012
Acupressure: Art of self-healing
Acupressure, the ancient art of self-healing, was practiced in our country as far back as 5,000 years ago. It later became popular in China and Sri Lanka. Acupressure is the power of “healing in your hands.” With your hands you have the potential to relieve everyday ailments and improve your health and vitality.
With basic training you can master the simple and effective techniques that will enable you to relieve headaches, acidity, cervical, constipation, common colds, insomnia, backaches, depression, and more. By using the skill of your own fingers you can activate your body’s natural self-healing process.
With basic training you can master the simple and effective techniques that will enable you to relieve headaches, acidity, cervical, constipation, common colds, insomnia, backaches, depression, and more. By using the skill of your own fingers you can activate your body’s natural self-healing process.
This non-invasive, drugless therapy may be applied on self or others for promoting better health and wellness. The WHO in 1970 had reported that Acupressure helps in curing more than 40 major ailments. Acupressure works on a system of “point stimulation,” where applying of adequate pressure on specific reflex points located along the lines of energies called meridians, ensures free flow of the Prana or the life force.
Tuesday, 7 February 2012
Catching some Zzzs: how to drift off when you're out of the habit
Exercise, TV and late-night snacking can make it harder for us to sleep well.
Despite getting through a busy day at the office or looking after the little ones at home, do you often need help sleeping?
Many of us do, because it seems we can't just switch off as soon as our head hits the pillow - even when we're really tired.
But sometimes we inadvertently sabotage our sleep before we set foot into the bedroom, by making the wrong choices about our diet, state of mind or type of mattress.
According to the Sleep Council, there are a few things we can do to give ourselves the best possible chance of a good night's slumber.
First of all, sort out your sleeping area. It is important to make the bedroom a relaxed place to go to, so invest in some thick curtains and, if possible, take out all the TVs, computers, mobile phones and games consoles that are likely to distract you from falling asleep.
Secondly, make sure you eat your main meal a good few hours before you settle down to sleep. We often feel hungry late at night, but that last-minute snack won't help you catch some Zzzs, so try not to eat anything for two hours before going to bed.
Similarly, doing any form of exercise straight before bedtime could make you feel more alert, so steer clear of the press-ups in the evening. Instead, try burning off that excess energy first thing in the morning or after you get home from work, and use your time in the evening to unwind by having a bath or reading.
The ultimate cure for tiredness seems to be routine, as our body gets used to repeating the same behaviour day after day. If you're constantly waking up tired, try getting up half an hour earlier - you may need to summon all your willpower to start with, but after a few mornings of getting out of bed at the same time, you'll find it easier to fall asleep at night.
Despite getting through a busy day at the office or looking after the little ones at home, do you often need help sleeping?
Many of us do, because it seems we can't just switch off as soon as our head hits the pillow - even when we're really tired.
But sometimes we inadvertently sabotage our sleep before we set foot into the bedroom, by making the wrong choices about our diet, state of mind or type of mattress.
According to the Sleep Council, there are a few things we can do to give ourselves the best possible chance of a good night's slumber.
First of all, sort out your sleeping area. It is important to make the bedroom a relaxed place to go to, so invest in some thick curtains and, if possible, take out all the TVs, computers, mobile phones and games consoles that are likely to distract you from falling asleep.
Secondly, make sure you eat your main meal a good few hours before you settle down to sleep. We often feel hungry late at night, but that last-minute snack won't help you catch some Zzzs, so try not to eat anything for two hours before going to bed.
Similarly, doing any form of exercise straight before bedtime could make you feel more alert, so steer clear of the press-ups in the evening. Instead, try burning off that excess energy first thing in the morning or after you get home from work, and use your time in the evening to unwind by having a bath or reading.
The ultimate cure for tiredness seems to be routine, as our body gets used to repeating the same behaviour day after day. If you're constantly waking up tired, try getting up half an hour earlier - you may need to summon all your willpower to start with, but after a few mornings of getting out of bed at the same time, you'll find it easier to fall asleep at night.
Sunday, 22 January 2012
Best Android Apps: Best acupressure apps
Best acupressure apps:
Article source - http://www.androidapps.com/curated-apps/6783-best-acupressure-apps
- Acupressure on Hangovers FREE This app offers a step-by-step illustrated guide for treatment of all conditions and its simple instructions indicate specific points, direction of force and length of massage.
- Acupressure: Treat Yourself This app categorized health issues to easily guide you to section and the how to of performing acupressure for your needs. German, Spanish, Russian and Norwegian languages are options.
- Acupressure Guide(Mobi Health) This app accesses a fully illustrated guide of simple acupressure exercises one can perform for a wide range of medical conditions.
Article source - http://www.androidapps.com/curated-apps/6783-best-acupressure-apps
Saturday, 21 January 2012
Is enough being done to help people with Insomnia?
One in ten people suffers from Insomnia and more than 10 million prescriptions for sleeping tablets are written in England each year, but is popping pills the right answer?
Non-drug treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy - or CBT - are often not offered to patients because they're too expensive.
Some experts think the government should be doing more.
Read More - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-16542145
Non-drug treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy - or CBT - are often not offered to patients because they're too expensive.
Some experts think the government should be doing more.
Read More - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-16542145
Friday, 20 January 2012
Young adults 'routinely experience severe stress'
More people are finding it hard to relax because of their high levels of stress.
With more than one in ten Australians said to be dealing with stress in the severe range, it is important for us to focus on ways to relax both at work and in our personal life.
A survey recently carried out by the Australian Psychological Society found that young adults in particular experience high levels of stress and significantly lower levels of wellbeing compared with the population in general.
This could be affecting their overall physical and mental health, with a third of Aussies experiencing signs of depression because of the amount of pressure they are under.
Relaxation methods for the majority of respondents included spending time socialising with friends (60 per cent), listening to their favourite music (55 per cent) and catching up with TV programmes (55 per cent), the research found.
"These sobering figures suggest how important it is for all of us to regularly engage in activities which help us to relax and unwind, manage our stress levels, and improve our health and wellbeing," said Dr Paul Grant of Gladstone Psychology Services.
He told the Gladstone Observer that finding ways to relax do not necessarily have to involve visions of peaceful oases, but could be as simple as doing something that takes your mind off your worries.
"Doing these activities causes measurable reductions in our levels of stress hormones, blood pressure and heart rate, so the benefits are not just 'all in our heads'. What people find relaxing or soothing obviously varies a lot from person to person, so the important thing is to know ourselves and what works for us."
Dr Grant added that relaxation is just a way to produce a peaceful body and a calm mind.
Stressed individuals might find that their concerns slip away when they lie on the Yantra Mat, which features raised 'flowers' that correspond with the pressure points on our body.
Relaxing on the mat with a cool beverage is one way to overcome a racing mind.
How do you like to relax? Let us know in the comments section below.
With more than one in ten Australians said to be dealing with stress in the severe range, it is important for us to focus on ways to relax both at work and in our personal life.
A survey recently carried out by the Australian Psychological Society found that young adults in particular experience high levels of stress and significantly lower levels of wellbeing compared with the population in general.
This could be affecting their overall physical and mental health, with a third of Aussies experiencing signs of depression because of the amount of pressure they are under.
Relaxation methods for the majority of respondents included spending time socialising with friends (60 per cent), listening to their favourite music (55 per cent) and catching up with TV programmes (55 per cent), the research found.
"These sobering figures suggest how important it is for all of us to regularly engage in activities which help us to relax and unwind, manage our stress levels, and improve our health and wellbeing," said Dr Paul Grant of Gladstone Psychology Services.
He told the Gladstone Observer that finding ways to relax do not necessarily have to involve visions of peaceful oases, but could be as simple as doing something that takes your mind off your worries.
"Doing these activities causes measurable reductions in our levels of stress hormones, blood pressure and heart rate, so the benefits are not just 'all in our heads'. What people find relaxing or soothing obviously varies a lot from person to person, so the important thing is to know ourselves and what works for us."
Dr Grant added that relaxation is just a way to produce a peaceful body and a calm mind.
Stressed individuals might find that their concerns slip away when they lie on the Yantra Mat, which features raised 'flowers' that correspond with the pressure points on our body.
Relaxing on the mat with a cool beverage is one way to overcome a racing mind.
How do you like to relax? Let us know in the comments section below.
Thursday, 19 January 2012
New Year's Resolution brings on aches and pains
New Year's Resolution brings on aches and pains. We hop on treadmills, pump iron and if we haven't done it for a while it can be a good idea gone wrong.
Baylor-Plano orthopedic surgeon Dr. Robert Berry knows that every January starts off the same with plenty of aches, pains and strains.
"Usually a couple of weeks into the New Year I start to see the people who have those injuries,” Dr. Berry said. “It’s really it's just a matter of too much too soon."
Dr. Berry said there is also another group of people--people who are fit but maybe took the holidays off--and then tried to pick up where they left off.
Steve Klinger is recovering from knee surgery.
His was a case of too much too soon even before the New Year and now his goal is to get back into shape.
Today marks the first time he's been on a treadmill in months and he has to resist the urge to over-do it.
Read more - http://www.the33tv.com/about/station/newsteam/kdaf-fitness-resolution-pain-story,0,1867829.story
Baylor-Plano orthopedic surgeon Dr. Robert Berry knows that every January starts off the same with plenty of aches, pains and strains.
"Usually a couple of weeks into the New Year I start to see the people who have those injuries,” Dr. Berry said. “It’s really it's just a matter of too much too soon."
Dr. Berry said there is also another group of people--people who are fit but maybe took the holidays off--and then tried to pick up where they left off.
Steve Klinger is recovering from knee surgery.
His was a case of too much too soon even before the New Year and now his goal is to get back into shape.
Today marks the first time he's been on a treadmill in months and he has to resist the urge to over-do it.
Read more - http://www.the33tv.com/about/station/newsteam/kdaf-fitness-resolution-pain-story,0,1867829.story
Tuesday, 17 January 2012
Seminar offers keys to stress management
Read more - http://www.wltribune.com/community/137141703.html
Monday, 16 January 2012
Stress Management
How to Reduce, prevent, and Cope with Stress
It may seem that there’s nothing you can do about your stress level. The bills aren’t going to stop coming, there will never be more hours in the day for all your errands, and your career or family responsibilities will always be demanding. But you have a lot more control than you might think. In fact, the simple realization that you’re in control of your life is the foundation of stress management.Managing stress is all about taking charge: taking charge of your thoughts, your emotions, your schedule, your environment, and the way you deal with problems. The ultimate goal is a balanced life, with time for work, relationships, relaxation, and fun – plus the resilience to hold up under pressure and meet challenges head on.
Identify the sources of stress in your life.
Stress management starts with identifying the sources of stress in your life. This isn’t as easy as it sounds. Your true sources of stress aren’t always obvious, and it’s all too easy to overlook your own stress-inducing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Sure, you may know that you’re constantly worried about work deadlines. But maybe it’s your procrastination, rather than the actual job demands, that leads to deadline stress.
To identify your true sources of stress, look closely at your habits, attitude, and excuses:
- Do you explain away stress as temporary (“I just have a million things going on right now”) even though you can’t remember the last time you took a breather?
- Do you define stress as an integral part of your work or home life (“Things are always crazy around here”) or as a part of your personality (“I have a lot of nervous energy, that’s all”).
- Do you blame your stress on other people or outside events, or view it as entirely normal and unexceptional?
Until you accept responsibility for the role you play in creating or maintaining it, your stress level will remain outside your control.
Read More - http://helpguide.org/mental/stress_management_relief_coping.htm
Saturday, 14 January 2012
Sleep Helps Protect Your Brain
I love the way I feel after a good night's sleep. My body is rested; my mind feels clear and alert; and I am happy to just linger in bed and relax. Of course, this delightful state is eventually interrupted by an alarm going off or the dog barking for me to feed him.
But I continue to feel good throughout the day if I slept well the night before. It's as if my entire system -- my body and my brain -- have been reset in a healthy way.
This good feeling may be a result of the anti-inflammatory effects of sleep. Chronic brain inflammation appears to contribute to cellular deterioration that can lead to Alzheimer's disease. Getting a good night's sleep has a positive impact on that inflammatory process and may explain why people who sleep well regularly often look younger and have more energy.
Read more - http://www.huffingtonpost.com/gary-w-small-md/sleep-health_b_1176693.html
But I continue to feel good throughout the day if I slept well the night before. It's as if my entire system -- my body and my brain -- have been reset in a healthy way.
This good feeling may be a result of the anti-inflammatory effects of sleep. Chronic brain inflammation appears to contribute to cellular deterioration that can lead to Alzheimer's disease. Getting a good night's sleep has a positive impact on that inflammatory process and may explain why people who sleep well regularly often look younger and have more energy.
Read more - http://www.huffingtonpost.com/gary-w-small-md/sleep-health_b_1176693.html
Thursday, 12 January 2012
Let your fingers do the healing with acupressure
The new year is here and many may look to modern medicine to help heal last year’s health issues.
Yet, many Americans are turning to some of the oldest healing traditions in the world. Acupressure is a practice estimated to be more than 5,000 years old and predates the practice of acupuncture. It is a Chinese healing art that uses the fingers and other parts of the body to apply pressure on certain points of the body. To better understand acupressure, one must understand its sibling — acupuncture.
Acupuncture has been used by nearly one-third of the world including countries throughout Asia, Europe and South America as a primary care system. The practice has been used in many more countries as non-conventional therapy for 200 years. It was introduced as, “a safe and alternative medicine” (CAM) in the U.S. in the 1970s and has become more popular in the past decade. Acupressure is even older than acupuncture. Both practices have been recently evaluated by standards of western medicine, some studies have found them to be beneficial.
Acupuncture and acupressure may look similar but are two different non-traditional treatments. To better understand how they work, one should look back at the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory.
Read More - http://lubbockonline.com/health/2012-01-09/let-your-fingers-do-healing-acupressure
Yet, many Americans are turning to some of the oldest healing traditions in the world. Acupressure is a practice estimated to be more than 5,000 years old and predates the practice of acupuncture. It is a Chinese healing art that uses the fingers and other parts of the body to apply pressure on certain points of the body. To better understand acupressure, one must understand its sibling — acupuncture.
Acupuncture has been used by nearly one-third of the world including countries throughout Asia, Europe and South America as a primary care system. The practice has been used in many more countries as non-conventional therapy for 200 years. It was introduced as, “a safe and alternative medicine” (CAM) in the U.S. in the 1970s and has become more popular in the past decade. Acupressure is even older than acupuncture. Both practices have been recently evaluated by standards of western medicine, some studies have found them to be beneficial.
Acupuncture and acupressure may look similar but are two different non-traditional treatments. To better understand how they work, one should look back at the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory.
Read More - http://lubbockonline.com/health/2012-01-09/let-your-fingers-do-healing-acupressure
Tuesday, 10 January 2012
Tips for women to alleviate insomnia
Do you find it increasingly difficult to fall asleep, or stay asleep? You're definitely not alone. Research finds more women are suffering from insomnia and many are now taking sleeping pills to help them get some rest. But pills can be short-term fix that can backfire.
Maria is a high-powered business executive by day, and at night, she's wide awake. For more than a year she's suffered from insomnia.
"It's very difficult to empty my mind of the stresses of the day," says Maria.
To get some shut-eye, Maria alternates taking prescription sleep aids, anti-anxiety pills and muscle relaxants.
"On a bad night when I feel a lot of anxiety I definitely cannot sleep without the help of drugs," says Maria.
A study from the National Sleep Foundation found nearly three in 10 women say they take sleeping aids at least a few nights a week.
Read More - http://abclocal.go.com/kabc/story?section=news/health/your_health&id=8497085
Maria is a high-powered business executive by day, and at night, she's wide awake. For more than a year she's suffered from insomnia.
"It's very difficult to empty my mind of the stresses of the day," says Maria.
To get some shut-eye, Maria alternates taking prescription sleep aids, anti-anxiety pills and muscle relaxants.
"On a bad night when I feel a lot of anxiety I definitely cannot sleep without the help of drugs," says Maria.
A study from the National Sleep Foundation found nearly three in 10 women say they take sleeping aids at least a few nights a week.
Read More - http://abclocal.go.com/kabc/story?section=news/health/your_health&id=8497085
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