Episode 3

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31st Mar 2023

#3: Stress: The Silent Killer Of Health And How To Fight Back

Stress: The Silent Killer Of Health And How To Fight Back

In this episode of Beyond the Pills, host Josh Rimany explores the profound impact of stress on the body, unraveling the science behind stress hormones and chronic stress management. With his expertise in wellness, Rimany dives into the physiological effects of stress, examining how cortisol fluctuations can deplete energy stores and lead to long-term health issues.

He explains the various causes of stress, from lifestyle factors to environmental triggers, and offers actionable strategies to prevent and manage stress. From epigenetic influences and adaptogens to the benefits of tracking heart rate variability, Rimany provides listeners with a comprehensive toolkit for stress reduction. He also discusses the downstream effects of stress on essential functions such as sleep quality, blood sugar regulation, weight management, and emotional eating.

Listeners will walk away with practical tips for managing stress, including breathwork techniques, the benefits of laughter, and the use of supplements like holy basil and licorice root extract. This episode emphasizes the importance of proactive stress management to prevent chronic health issues and improve overall well-being.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

  • 00:00:00 - Impact of Global Events on Personal Stress Levels
  • 00:02:06 - Dealing with Unforeseen Stress of Covid-19
  • 00:05:02 - Stress and Functional Medicine's Root Cause of Chronic Conditions
  • 00:07:24 - Correlation Between Stress and Inflammation: Understanding Downstream Effects
  • 00:09:48 - Body's Response to External Stressors Connection
  • 00:14:38 - Managing Chronic Stress for Resilience and Perception Improvement
  • 00:16:44 - Subconscious's Role in Panic Attacks
  • 00:19:29 - Balancing Cortisol and Relaxing Hormones for Better Sleep Importance
  • 00:22:14 - Managing Stress is Like Running a Long Distance Event
  • 00:25:23 - Dangers of Relying on Pills for Stress Relief
  • 00:28:10 - Mindfulness' Importance for Managing Stress and Blood Sugar Control
  • 00:34:20 - Phosphatidylserine Supplement to Metabolize Cortisol Better
  • 00:37:25 - Addressing Stress Levels' Importance Before Other Health Concerns
  • 00:40:51 - Heart Rate Variability's Importance in Managing Stress
  • 00:42:12 - HeartMath and Heart Rate Variability's Importance for Stress Management
  • 00:44:13 - Breathwork: The New Yoga
  • 00:46:34 - Power of Laughter: Improving Emotional State by Laughing More
  • 00:49:43 - Importance of Finding Ways to Calm the Brain and Achieve Restful States

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