10 physical effects of stress

Are you one of the people who thinks that nervous tension is already part of your daily emotions? Watch out! The consequences of stress have an impact on your mood and your health, so it is important that you consider relaxing for a few seconds a day.

 



According to Mayo Clinic specialists, when the person perceives a threat or feels pressured, the hypothalamus initiates an alarm system in the body, through the nervous system and hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol.

 

Adrenaline increases heart rate, blood pressure and increases energy supply, while cortisol favors the production of glucose in the blood, alters the responses of the immune, digestive, reproductive systems and growth processes.

 

Therefore, frequent exposure to stress generates physical damage to the body, which reduces the quality of life of people such as headaches , dry skin, nervous tics, as well as:

 

  1. Obesity and overweight: Being in constant stress , the person does not limit the intake of high-calorie foods, since he seeks to satisfy his emotional needs.

  2. Hair loss: This is one of the frequent consequences of stress , since it is presented by the weakening of the hair follicles or the anxiety of pulling the hair to deal with negative feelings.

  3. Depression: Stressful situations increase the risk of suffering from this disease. Problems coping with stress generate physical exhaustion, moodiness and feelings of sadness.

  4. Reduced sexual desire: High cortisol production reduces the generation of hormones that fuel libido.

  5. Irregular menstruation: Chronic stress damages the hormonal balance of the body, which induces delays or absences of menstrual flow. Some studies even claim that women with stressful jobs have a 50% higher risk of having short periods.

  6. Acne: High levels of cortisol that are generated by stress increase the production of body oils or fats, which contributes to the appearance of pimples.

  7. Ulcers: Stress alters the digestive system in people and increases the production of stomach acids, which favors the development of ulcers, indigestion and discomfort.

  8. Insomnia: This is a frequent consequence of stress and is generated by the alteration of the nervous system, which makes concentration difficult, generates irritability and lack of motivation.

  9. Decreased fertility: Recent studies reveal that women with high levels of the enzyme called alpha-amylase have a harder time getting pregnant.

  10. Heart disease: According to Columbia University Medical Center , the increased heart risk from stress is equivalent to smoking five cigarettes a day, since stress increases the level of hormones in the blood and raises blood pressure.

 

It is important that you protect your body and mind from the consequences of stress by identifying what causes you tension , as well as practicing some methods that help you control it physically and emotionally.

Location: India

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