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The holidays are mostly in the rearview, but the pressure of the season may still be lingering like so many pine needles on your carpet. And stress can be every bit as thorny—left unchecked, it can lead to side effects like weight gain, elevated blood pressure, trouble breathing, and more. By being proactive about managing stress throughout the year, you can keep these harmful side effects in check and be healthier in 2024.
It’s important to understand that stress isn’t just mental, emotional, or physical. It’s all of these things at once, and so are the side effects it causes. That’s why the best approach for stress management is equally comprehensive—you have to take care of yourself at all levels. Supporting yourself with a good night’s sleep, healthy meals, and regular physical activity helps with side effects like weight gain and adrenal fatigue.
When we feel stressed, it becomes all too easy to fall into bad habits. Whether it’s emotional eating or closing ourselves off from people who care about us, negative responses to stress can make the side effects worse. Try to get yourself into the habit of responding to stress positively—go for a run, write down your thoughts in a journal, or call up a friend and talk for a while. Emotional, mental, and physical self-care are essential for managing stress and bettering yourself a little bit at a time. And it’s something you can do for yourself at home, at the office, and everywhere in between.
Stress management isn’t something you have to take on by yourself. The team at Wills Chiropractic in Rochelle, IL, has your back. We offer products and services like chiropractic care, massage, and Standard Process supplements—all of which can help you manage stress side effects like weight gain, sleeplessness, and mood swings.
Stress can pile up, and it can lead to unwanted issues like a lack of motivation, weight gain, and more. Wills Chiropractic can help you manage the side effects of stress, build better habits, and make 2024 your best year yet. Ready to get started? Schedule an appointment with Wills Chiropractic online, or call us at (815) 562-5333.
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