De-stressing recession distress

Stress, or "distress," triggers the body's biological response to perceived threat or danger, commonly known as "fight or flight." Specific biochemical reactions take place (increase in heart rate and blood pressure, muscle tension, pupil dilation, rise in blood sugar levels and other necessary response mechanisms) in order to survive. The body reacts similarly to psychological and emotional stresses, financial uncertainty and anxiety being a key instigator.

Food Affects Mood
What you eat can affect how you feel, and conversely, how you feel can influence the foods you choose.

Stimulants can Aggravate
A breakfast consisting of coffee and bagel can give you the jolt to get
you moving, but unfortunately, the sugar and caffeine content may only
increase anxiety and stress as these stimulants negatively impact on the
central nervous system.

Feed Your Brain
Essential fatty acids, such as DHA and EPA, are healthy omega-3 fats that
tend to be deficient in most diets. 5-HTP is an amino acid that the body uses to manufacture serotonin, a neurotransmitter responsible for regulation of mood and behaviour.

Restful Sleep
L-theanine can improve mental calmness, learning ability and quality sleep by
increasing alpha brain wave activity.