ZOE Science & Nutrition Beat stress with science: 4 key techniques for stress relief with Dr Rangan Chatterjee
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Feb 8, 2024 
Dr. Rangan Chatterjee, a practicing medical doctor and professor of health communication, shares insights on the pervasive issue of stress and its health implications. He emphasizes that modern stressors differ drastically from those faced by our ancestors, highlighting the detrimental effects of technology. Chatterjee offers practical strategies to combat stress, including the healing power of touch, exercise, and mindful walking. He also discusses the importance of recognizing 'microdoses' of stress and developing a compassionate societal framework for better mental well-being.
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Stress Definition
- Stress is a response generated when we feel under attack or in danger.
- It has become normalized in daily conversations, minimizing its real impact on health.
Stress and Physical Health
- The body responds similarly to physical and emotional stress.
- Chronic stress can lead to severe physical diseases like type 2 diabetes, independent of diet or exercise.
Pre-Diabetes from Stress
- Rangan Chatterjee discusses a patient, a renal registrar, who developed pre-diabetes due to stress.
- Reducing her stress levels led to her blood sugar levels returning to normal.
