How stress impacts your health
Dr. Kelly Askins, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains how stress impacts our health and how we can stay healthier over the long run.
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9 strategies for managing stress
Laura Bertrand, a licensed professional counselor and mental health expert at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says while stress may be unavoidable, it doesn’t mean you can’t do something about it
Antioxidants 102: Free radicals, oxidative stress & inflammation (plus 5 tips for fighting them)
Leslie Cornett, registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says there are certain foods you can eat to boost your antioxidant levels, such as squash, citrus, fish and crab.
Stress in 2020: 9 ways to protect your mental health
Dr. Bryan W. Heckman, Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Meharry Medical College, says stressors people are facing now are real and very different.
Where our bodies hold stress (and how to release it)
Where do you hold stress? Here are 5 common places you may hold stress and tips on how to release it.
What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
Everyone knows the term “PTSD,” yet few people know exactly what post-traumatic stress disorder means. Here is a guide.
Are You at Risk for a Repetitive Stress Injury?
Repetitive stress injuries are common conditions affecting the tendons and muscles around the shoulder, wrist, elbow and other joints. Learn how to identify, prevent and treat them.
5 Tips for Avoiding Holiday Weight Gain & Stress
A little pre-holiday legwork and list making can lead to a remarkably calm holiday season.
Stress & the Human Brain: Facts & Fixes
Stress literally changes who we are. That’s why it’s key to understand how to bring calm into our lives, anticipate stressful triggers and, when possible, avoid them.
How Journaling Can Relieve Stress and Anxiety
Diaries aren’t just places for teens to write about their latest crush. Journaling can relieve stress and anxiety in adults too. Read for steps on how to get started.