Help Holiday Stress and Depression

Help For The Holidays Part Two

Holiday season. Perfection. Non stop activity: Shopping for the perfect gift. Parties. Family gathering. Social obligations. Eating. Drinking. More Shopping. Santa pictures. Traveling. Delays. Delayed flights. But perfection for the holiday season expected. Television says so. TV tells us about Scrooge. And who wants a Scrooge. No one wants Scrooge. Hurry get that new gadget. Thanks Giving sale. Black Friday sale. Big Christmas sale.  Buy now. Financial stress.  Stress and Depression rise higher and higher.  Add to holiday stress. Routine disruption. Overeating. Increase drinking.  Lack of sleep. And don’t forget loneliness. The Elderly are victims and so are Veterans. Let me share ways to prevent holiday stress and depression according to Mayo Clinic…

1.      Acknowledge your feelings

2.      Reach out and make a difference for someone.

3.      Be realistic

4.      Set aside Differences

5.      Stick to a budget

6.      Plan ahead

7.      Learn to say no

8.      Don’t abandon healthy habits

9.      Take a breath

1.   Seek professional;l help if you need it

Take control. Lower back pain, Neck pain. Your health will suffer. Enjoy the holidays from Thanksgiving through Christmas and New Years. Tell yourself you are in control. Remind yourself often. Take steps to prevent holiday stress. Holiday blues. Holiday depression. Recognize triggers. Positive thinking. You can do this!

There’s a disorder for holiday stress and depression. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Suicide prevention hotline: 1-800-273-8255

P.S. Website available in Spanish and German.

References:

1.      7 Strategies for a Happy Holiday Season, Abigail Brenner M.D., Psychology Today

2.      Stress, depression and the holidays: Tips for coping, Mayo Clinic Staff, Mayo Clinic, Sept 16, 2017

3.      Holiday Depression & Stress, Mental Health America of Wisconsin

Help For Holiday Depression

The holiday season is a time for family social gathering and holiday celebration. But for many people the holidays are a time of sadness grief loneliness stress anxiety and depression. You are not alone. 

The holiday season takes a toll. The results...Headaches insomnia stress and anxiety and more are the results. Gloomy weather cold temperatures and shorter daylight hours cause depression to increase. Many can relate to the pain due to changes in the atmospheric pressure and moisture. PAIN so bad you have trouble getting up in the morning. Add to that work of holiday festivities. And remember the food and the young lady with PCOS who so desperately tries to stick to stick to her plan.  Or the patient with diabetes. Pain anxiety and frustration are devastating. Dont forget seniors the most susceptible to holiday blues. Memories of happier times flood the mind. The mind remembers tradition and people that shared them. The elderly may find physical immobility mental impairment and increased pain preventing holiday celebration like years gone by. Memories can be devastating. Inability to function properly and perform activities of daily living brings frustration. A state of depression becomes common during the holiday season. But manageable because holiday festivities are all around. But please be aware. Suicidal thoughts and suicide increase after holiday festivities according to HCA. Allow me to share some reasons for holiday sadness…

·        Stress

·        Fatigue

·        Unrealistic expectations

·        Over-commercialization

·        Financial stress

·        Inability to be with family and friends

You are not alone. The hustle and bustle of the time between Thanks Giving and New Years is stressful and sometimes overwhelming.  Juggling holiday shopping parties family and friends with everyday obligations can feel impossible sometimes. Add to that the constant stream of holiday commercials. Consumer marketing brings more stress and fatigue. Sometimes you just want to scream "Enough already." You are not alone. Next week: suggestions to relieve holiday stress and depression. Need help now?  Suicide prevention hotline 1-800-273-8255

References:

1.      Holiday Depression and Stress, WebMD

2.      It Is Alright To Be Sad During the Holidays, Accepting sadness is healthier than denial & key to progress forward, Judith J Wurtman Ph.D., Psychology Today, Dec 19, 2015

3.      Holiday Blues and Older Adults, Laureate Way, Laureate Group

Back Pain and Suicide

withdrawal, substance abuse, psy with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome PCOS. Woman with Polycistic Ovary Syndrome battle weight gain obesity physical physiological and mental health conditions. And chronic pain and health conditions are on the rise…

An estimated 45% of people who die of suicide see the doctor about one month before suicide. Twenty-two veterans die by suicide per day according to the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Chronic pain affects approximately 50 million.1  For your information:

1.      Pain conditions increase onset of suicidal thought and suicidal attempt.

2.      Extended Opioid use linked to increase risk of depression

3.      Presence of pain may impair detection of mental disorders.  May distort treatment. Think about it....

Risk and Warning Signs before disaster strikes include…

·        Suicidal intent: wish to die

·        Previous suicidal attempt: family history

·        Psychiatric Diagnosis: mood or anxiety disorder substance use disorder withdrawal depression

·        Precipitants Stressors Interpersonal: triggering event leading to humiliation shame despair…2

I think youd agree this is more than a US Veteran issue. Suicide: a bigger issue. Suicide: a family issue. Suicide: a national issue! Make a difference for the one you love. Discover how to improve health and wellness. Reduce pain...naturally. Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

Website also available in Spanish and German.

Reference:

1.     1. Prevalence of Chronic Pain and High-Impact Chronic Pain Among Adults-United States, 2016, Weekly / September 14, 2018 / 67(36); 1001-1006

2.      2. Suicide and Patients with Chronic Pain, Why Should We Be Concerned, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Reduce Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Symptom

Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome are at increased risk of cardiovascular disease CVD. Yes CVD a serious disease needs attention as soon as possible. “Insulin resistance and hormone regulation are key factors.” Reduce symptoms of PCOS. Reduce further health issues. Prevent premature death. Let me give you a PCOS to-do list...

·       Diet Changes – whole foods

·       Balance carb and protein intake

·       Increase iron

·       Increase magnesium

·       Fiber to help digestion

·       No coffee

·       Soy products

·       Supplements

·       Adaptogen herbs – Herbs are not FDA approved.

·       Probiotics

·       Maintain a healthy weight

·       Balance your exercise

·       Sleep – Aim for eight hours.

·       Reduce stress

·       Limit or avoid endocrine disruptors

·       Consider Acupuncture

  As always speak with your doctor when it comes to PCOS management and healthcare!! This site is for information only.

P.S.  From experience, spinal alignment affects the central nervous system including PCOS.

Reference:

30 Natural Ways to Help Treat Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), healthline

  

Website also available in Spanish and German.

Help For Dry Cracked Heels and Poor Circulation

Dry cracked heels can mean serious health condition. Natural degeneration begins at 40. Spinal degeneration. Poor circulation with Age progression. But there may big bad health problems. Health reason for decreased circulation to hands and feet.  Let me explain. But first...

Treat the cause not just the symptom of improper blood flow. Reduce health complications. Poor circulation can be the reason for chapped extremities. Decreased blood flow to the hands and feet can be a spinal problem. Impingement interrupts circulation. Misalignment interrupts central nervous system function. Spinal misalignment can be adjusted. Improve chronic pain immobility body function.  But poor circulation can be more serious…

Dry skin may be caused by vitamin deficiency or fungal infection.  Heel pain plantar fasciitis chapped or dry skin a sign of serious health issues. Medical issues that cause dry skin including: 

·       Changes in hormone level

·       Skin conditions like Eczema and psoriasis

·       Diabetes

·       Hypothyroidism

·       Malnutrition i.e. Eating disorder

Become more informed. Listen to the body.  And above all get help. Medical advice. See your doctor before disaster strikes. You don’t realize how important your feet are until you cant use the feet because of pain. But what you can do: How to Fix Cracked Heels at Home.

P.S. Until the appointment with my doctor Vaseline helps my foot and hand dryness. Be informed by someone whos been there. Someone in your shoes.  Reduced pain. Reduce stress and anxiety. You want to feel better.

Website also available in Spanish and German.

Reference:

What Causes Dry Skin, Flexite

Reduce Risk Of Type 2 Diabetes Part Two

Get back on track. Improve health. Yes now you can improve your health safe and natural. Get back in control step by step. Carbohydrates: energy and fuel for the brain and more. But carbohydrates can also kill you.

Obesity. Type 2 Diabetes. Heart Disease. Stress. Anxiety. Depression.  And suicide on the rise…

Crisis. Get help NOW. A matter of life and death. Start with information at glance here before the doctor appointment. Reduce some stress and anxiety with more information. Maybe stir up a question you never thought of. Ease your mind as much as possible. For instance...
Type 2 Diabetes a life-altering serious condition. What you eat counts more than how much you eat. Carbohydrates provide energy and fuel for the brain. But all carbohydrates are not the same. Avoid bad carbohydrates or simple carbohydrates. Look for good carbohydrates also known as complex carbohydrates including...

·        Vegetables

·        Whole Fruits

·        Legumes: Lintels, kidney beans, peas etc.

·        Nuts: peanuts, walnuts, hazelnuts, macadamia nuts etc.

·        Seeds: pumpkin seeds, chia seeds

·        Whole Grains: pure oats, quinoa, brown rice etc.

Be wise. Take time for better health. All calories count. Calories from fat protein or carbohydrates in excess to body needs turn to fat. Think about the loss of mobility for activities of daily living. Quality of life. Then disability sets in. Sure you agree time for weight management solution for the severity of health conditions like… 

·       PCOS

·       type 2 diabetes

·       Mental illness such as clinical depression anxiety and other mental disorders

·       heart disease and stroke

·       certain types of cancer

·       sleep apnea and breathing problems 
s      osteoarthritis

·       fatty liver disease

·       kidney disease

·       high blood pressure (Hypertension)

·       High LDL cholesterol, low HDL cholesterol or high levels of triglycerides (Dyslipidemia)

·       Gallbladder Disease

·       pregnancy problems such as high blood sugar during pregnancy high blood pressure and increased risk for cesarean delivery (C – section)

Make a difference in someones health.  Eat good carbs I told my daughter. Carbohydrates provide us with energy and fuel for the brain. Eat healthy. Live well.

P.S.  Overweight: a public health concern.  This website is also available in Spanish and German. Share and make a difference with me.

References:
1.  Health Risks of Being Overweight, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases NIH, US Department of Health and Human Services

2.      2.  Adult Obesity Causes & Consequences, CDC

3. I  have PCOS, should I avoid carbs completely? –Young Womens Health

Misalignment And PCOS Management

The goal is to correct the cause of pain. Prescription medication is a band-aid agreed. Reduce misalignment. Reduce pain. Reduce Health Condition. Help PCOS symptoms. Increase bodys natural ability to heal itself. Take charge. Take action. Reduce pain at any age.  Look at these side effects of misalignment of the spine.  But first…

Look at these statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC

 Center for Disease Control and Prevention

Disease results from the body not able to protect itself. As the structure breaks down blood flow is hampered. The central nervous system becomes compromised. The immune system compromised. Health conditions arise. Too many to imagine. Mobility function sanity is impaired. Quality of life in jeopardy. Watch for signs of:

1.      Lower back Pain

2.      Progressive Pain

3.      Imbalance

4.      Trouble Sleeping (insomnia)

5.      Immobility

6.      Disability

7.      Migraines

8.      Confusion

9.      Eye Strain

1*    Exhaustion

1*    Depression

1*  Inflammatory Diseases

1*  And the list goes on…

Treat the cause of health decline. Help not just the symptoms of degeneration disease. PCOS. Health decline. Regain alignment. Improve health. 1  Improve PCOS  symptoms. The body speaks....

Listen to the body carefully. Watch for signs.  Most of the time we don’t listen ignore and dismiss the signs of poor health. I dont have time...Spinal alignment reduces pain. Increases function. Helps PCOS symptoms. Don’t give up. And don't wait for crap to...Increase in weight...puts unnatural stress and stain on the spine. Spinal alignment will help reduce pain for increase movement and exercise daily health function and more. Be informed.  Be proactive. Take action. See results. Move forward. One step at a time. Get a buddy for information at a glance. Inspiration and motivation.  Follow me here.


P.S.  Now available in Spanish and German

1.    1.  Visual Signs of Poor Health You Probably Ignore (But Shouldn’t) Things Health