We all know that stress is bad for us, but did you know that it can have detrimental effects on your brain?  

Chronic stress can change the size, structure and function of the brain as it decreases the synaptic connection between neurons  

Chronic stress causes changes to the following regions of the brain:

• ️Amygdala (brain fear centre)  

• ️Hippocampus (learning, memory, emotion)

• Prefrontal Cortex (judgement, concentration, decision making, social interaction) 

These are the three different types of stress that we can experience:

1. Chemical / Nutritional 

2. Emotional / Mental 

3. Biomechanical / Physical 

It is important to understand that not all stress is bad. There are times in our lives where the stress response is important and can literally help keep us alive. However, we should have a good balance between our Fight/Flight response and our Rest/Digest response. When we are in a constant state of fight/flight it can cause detrimental effects both physically and mentally.  

Chronic stress may present in the following ways:

• Fatigue

• Poor concentration

• Headaches

• Struggling to fall asleep

• Lack of focus

• Constant sickness

• Digestive issues

• Hormonal imbalances 

Here are some ways that we like to de-stress at Glow: 

• Laughter  

• Chiropractic Adjustment  

• Getting outdoors  

• Relaxing bath  

• Acupuncture 

• Massage 

• Meditation  

• No commitment Sundays 

•  Ask for help 

•  Low inflammatory diet 

•  Exercise  

• Positive self talk