"Stress - Why It's Making You Sick"

Like many of Americans,we are anxious , troubled by uncertainties of the faltering economy.and that stress is making us sick...you have trouble sleeping...high blood pressure and bouts of depression.While certain amount of stress can increase productivity,too much can be mentally and physically damaging.Not only does stress provoke negative behaviors such as bingeing on junk food,smoking or excessive drinking,it can also lead to ailments ranging from colds and flu to depression,high blood pressure and memory loss.Stress rarely causes disease,but it creates conditions that makes the body more vulnerable to disease."Sheldon Cohen",a psychologist at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh say,if you are already sick or have a chronic illness,stress can make it worse.....Try these...they are proven stategies for beating stress....socialize...see friends..stay connected...this is paramount...talk...laugh...cry...get angry...hell,let it all hang out...eat a healthy,balanced diet...remember past hardships and problems you've overcome...live in the moment through activities you enjoy...watch movies at home with someone you care for ..try yoga or meditation.....it may not be the answer for everything...but it will sure help...look on the best side..we have been here before and beat this ...and we will beat it again...we just have to believe in ourselves and keep on pushing....folks the proof is in the pudding..but hey,that's just me. See you on the upside.