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Relaxed!

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Stress

Do you suffer from? Fatigue Mood Swings Muscle Tension Headaches High Stress Levels Cravings for Sweets Aches and Pains

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Stress

Most widespread medical problem in America today

Major contributing factor in 100 % of disease. No one is immune.

Definite reaction in the body as a result of the thoughts and concerns of the mind

What the mind harbors, the body manifests in some way

Dr. Alfred Coodley, Psychiatrist, University of Southern California Medical School

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Physiological Responses to Stress

Without thinking we react to a stressful situation with a surge of bodily resources:

Into our blood flashes adrenal secretions that muster strength from sugars and stored fats

Stimulating our pulse and respiration And increasing our blood pressure

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Physiological Responses to Stress (continued) Our DigestiveDigestive process turns off at once and

the protective lining of the stomach starts to dissolve as all the blood rushes to your extremities.

Our CoagulationCoagulation chemistry prepares to resist wounds with quick clotting.

Our natural Immune SystemImmune System is less active and our resistance levels are lowered…

We become more vulnerable to disease.

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Physiological Responses to Stress (continued) When our fears and worries turn into

anxiety, we suffer distress. Distress activates the endocrine system in

our body and the production of hormones and antibodies changes.

Aging Factor…Aging Factor… We over spend in our “stress”“stress” savings

account and steal vital nutrients from the body.

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Physiological Responses to Stress (continued) The stomach and digestivestomach and digestive system shut

down, leaving food to pass through the system only partially digested.

Then adrenaline system destroysadrenaline system destroys vitamins B, C, and Zinc which are essential for the brain and nervous system

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Symptoms

Such as anxiety, irritability, and general nervousness appear

High levels of sugar in the blood can place such a burden on the pancreas that it finally collapses resulting in diabetes

Vitamin C - vital component of white blood Vitamin C - vital component of white blood cellscells

Vitamin C potent viruscide Decrease in vitamin C results lower

resistance to virus and bacterial infections

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Digestive System Under Stress … Mucous lining of the stomach starts to

dissolve Body loses weight Stress response leads to 2 problems …

diarrhea or constipation Digestive membrane becomes so fragile

that Inflammatory Bowel Diseases can occur

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Muscular System Under Stress … Results in tense musclesResults in tense muscles Completes a feedback loop that further Completes a feedback loop that further

stimulates the mind stimulates the mind Results in greater stressResults in greater stressChronically tense muscles result in numerous

psychosomatic disorders: Headaches, backaches, spasms of the

esophagus and colon Asthma, tightness in the throat-chest cavity Muscle tears and pulls

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DIETDIET

STRESSSTRESSTOXINSTOXINS

Three Factors Limit the Body’s Ability to Build Cells

DietDiet - must be rich in vitamins, minerals, & protein StressStress - adrenaline destroys vitamins B, C, & Zinc ToxinsToxins - anything body cannot use to rebuild cells

* Refined Sugar *White Flour *Caffeine *Alcohol

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Stress B’s Cravings

Vicious CycleVicious Cycle

This cycle leads to increased stress and depression

75%75% of all anti-depressant drugs are prescribed to women

What is the Relationship Between the Three Factors and Depression?

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Let’s Look at Some Facts Food today is not what it used to be

because: Over processed, Chemicals & preservatives added, Soil is depleted of essential nutrients

Altered fats create free radicals which damage cells

Meats & poultry injected with hormones & antibiotics

Early harvesting, transporting, & storage of food reduces nutritional value

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So What Do I Do?

Let’s try to keep the diet as close to nature as possible without going “nuts”

Eat a high quality protein with each meal Whole grain breads and cereals, cold

pressed oils Fresh organic fruits & veggies Drink purified water Stay away from sugar, artificial

sweeteners Select a common sense supplement

program

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Quality Nutritional Supplements - What does that mean? Are the supplements (vitamins) you use

being absorbed & assimilated by your body? How can you tell?

Is there a balance in the formulation? Is what is on the label in each tablet? Is the manufacturer using a “cooling”

system to preserve nutrients? Are sugars and artificial food colorings or

sweeteners used? Are the products safe?

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Soy Protein “Cell Builder”

Increases energy Stabilizes blood sugar Protects heart & lowers cholesterol Phytochemical compounds (isoflavones)

reduce risk of breast & prostate cancer Helps prevent osteoporosis Prevents “hot flashes” Develops healthy cells! Nine essential amino acids Builds enzymes, antibodies, hormones,

hair, skin, & nails

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High Quality Multi-vitamin“Activator of new Cells”

Improves immunity Reduces risk of heart disease Reduces risk of colon cancer Fewer sick days Nutritional insurance Scientifically balanced “Activate” foods

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B-Complex “The Happy Vitamin”

Converts food into: muscle energy, mental quickness, and concentration

Aids formation of protective antibodies & healthy red blood cells

Reduces homocysteine levels Reduces risk of heart disease Helps prevent colon cancer Helps with anemia, carpal tunnel,

depression & much more Stress, medications, sugar, and alcohol all

rob the body of the B vitamins Water soluble - needed throughout the day

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Time Released Vitamin C“The Infection Fighter”

Fights infection Assists absorption of iron & calcium Natural antihistamine Antioxidant: protects heart & arteries, and

prevents formation of cancer cells Maintains healthy gum tissue Helps build red blood cells & hemoglobin Reduces and repairs: sagging skin,

bruising, nosebleeds & risk of cataracts Protects from radiation Helps resist ligament & tendon injury Anti-Stress vitamin

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Vitamin E“Healthly Heart”

Reduces risk of colon, lung & prostrate cancer - protects lungs from air pollution

Prevents heart disease Aids in healing burns & reduces scarring Protects cells from premature aging Improves immune system & circulation Vital in the reproduction of hormones

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Basic Nutrition Program for Stress Relief High Quality Soy Protein Supplement Balanced, Complete Multivitamin Vitamin E Complex with Selenium and

Grapeseed Extract B-Complex in the correct Balance Sustained Release Vitamin C

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