Feeling stressed? Suffer from IBS? Stress is the number one factor in the cause of IBS (irritable bowl syndrome). It’s time to find some ways to help lessen your stress.
According to Everydayhealth.com, there are a few different ways to help reduce your stress:
- A little therapy? Therapists can help manage your stress, figure out where it comes from and how to deal with it.
- Get physical! Exercise naturally helps the body relax and de-stress. Run, swim, hike, bike or walk your way to less stress.
- Meditation…breathe, balance, focus. Meditation helps you deal with your emotions rather than just worry about them.
- Breathe deep. Deep breaths will help slow down your heart rate and calm you down to a relaxed state. When your stomach starts to cramp, practice some deep breathing.
- Communicate your feelings on IBS. Don’t pile on unnecessary anxiety about whether people know. Most people will understand if you just tell them about it.
- Try holistic medicines. Acupuncture can do wonders on certain people or getting regular massages or spa treatments.
“Unfortunately, we can’t avoid stress these days, and stress can be a recognizable trigger factor in patients with IBS,” says Norman Gilinsky, MD, a gastroenterologist and associate professor in the department of internal medicine at the University of Cincinnati. “It’s easy for physicians to say ‘avoid stress,’ but it’s difficult to do.”
With all of these great suggestions on how to control your stress you are bound to find one that works for you. Find an acupuncturist near your home who can help.
