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The foods we eat and stress

Oghomwen (Owen) Jones by Oghomwen (Owen) Jones
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Can the foods we eat cause us stress? Absolutely!

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If you are thinking how can what we eat cause us stress. Think again. The main culprits here are processed foods. Alcohol too can cause our bodies stress. Stress causes our cortisol levels to rise resulting in food cravings.

Unfortunately the foods craved when we are stressed are usually the unhealthy overly processed variety…which are typically sweet, salty and fatty.

In summary stress can be caused by what we eat and stress can then cause unhealthy cravings. There is a direct correlation between what we eat and our stress levels.

These overly processed foods/drinks, do not provide our bodies with any essential nutrients and can also increase inflammation and the production of stress hormones. Inflammation can compromise our immune system. As we have become more aware, since the Covid-19 pandemic, there is a need to keep our immune system well to stay well and fight various ailments.

These are some of the ingredients, that we should keep an extra vigilant eye on:

White flour

This flour is processed with most of its fibre stripped. It is refined, resulting in the stripping of its outer layer. This causes it to get digested and absorbed quickly into the bloodstream, causing a rise in blood sugar levels. This releases cortisol into the body causing stress.

Salt (Sodium)

Too much salt, can lead to fluid retention, elevated blood pressure, hypertension. High blood pressure puts stress on our heart. Apparently too much salt can also cause our body’s calcium to be depleted. Excess salt is eliminated via urine, alongside calcium. This depletes calcium in the body. High levels of calcium in our urine can cause the development of kidney stones. Inadequate levels of calcium in our body leads to thin bones and osteoporosis.

Processed sugar

This sugar, which is present in many overly processed foods can cause cortisol levels in our bodies to rise. Cortisol is a stress hormone which when elevated can make us anxious.

The truth is that we will do our bodies and general wellbeing, a lot of good abstaining from highly processed foods/drinks. The food giants have gone to and continue to go to great lengths to find the “bliss point” of these products. This is the amount of sugar, salt, fat etc. required to get people hooked. It is therefore no wonder that people often eat these foods excessively.

Clearly the foods and drinks we consume, contribute to our wellbeing or can negatively affect it. They determine whether we are healthy physically with our body weight, energy levels etc and emotionally with our mental wellbeing.

Alcohol affects the level of serotonin, the key mood hormone in the brain. It also has an impact on other neurotransmitters. This can worsen anxiety. Many people feel more anxious after alcohol wears off. Alcohol-induced anxiety can be long lasting, up to several hours, or even for an entire day after it’s consumption. Moderation is key with the amounts of alcohol consumed.

Exercise is a good stress buster. And there are various forms to enjoy and benefit from.

Let’s remember that we need our bodies well looked after, to be well and stress free in order to fulfil His unique purpose for our lives. That should be our ultimate goal.

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Oghomwen (Owen) Jones

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I am very passionate about sharing fresh insights into the well sought after quest for a healthy lifestyle. This often includes weight loss and maintenance. I use principles that worked for me 30 years ago when I embarked on this journey, lost weight and by God’s Grace, kept it off. Have you struggled or do you know someone who has? I can assure you that time spent reading my future blogs and book will show you how you can enjoy your food, lose weight and keep it off. Yes I did say you can enjoy your food, whilst you lose/maintain weight. You do not have to feel deprived as you take steps to get healthy. I will also show you how to depend on God’s promises in the Bible to help you successfully attain your health related goals. Good health is essential for our general wellbeing and to fulfil God’s unique purpose. We often struggle with lethargy, frustration, depression etc. when we are unhealthy...an unwell body will certainly struggle to fulfil its purpose. Would you like a spring in your step everyday here on earth? My new book will show you... It was released recently, and is titled ‘Moderation Is Key’, and contains a ton of healthy lifestyle tips all made available in one place. Get your copy today!

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