Most of us at one time or another has felt stress. Stress is that primary physical response when some thing seems to feel out of control. stress makes the body feel as if it is under attack and goes into a 'fight or flight' mode. Under this mode a mixture of hormones and chemicals such as adrenaline and cortisol prepare the body for physical action. Thus the body can over throw certain systems when high stress is present.
The good thing about stress is that chemicals like adrenaline and cortisol offer a rush of energy. Adrenaline can present itself through the heart pounding, fast breathing and a grand boost of energy The chemicals that kick in helps one to focus attention and respond quickly to the situation at hand. This fight of flight feeling helps us even in the modern day situations that may occur. However, there are those times when our bodies go into a state of stress in inappropriate situations.
When our bodies are under stress during the fight or flee stage blood is forced to the most important muscles that can help us at the time of need. At this time brain function is put to a minimum. which may lead to a moment where 'thinking straight' is impossible. Stress that is present for longer periods of time our health can be influenced in a bad way. Elevated cortisol levels increases sugar and blood pressure levels. However, there are some ways to reduce stress.
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