The Therapy Edit One Thing with Gabriela Peacock on beating stress and gaining happy hormones
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Oct 13, 2023 Gabriela Peacock, a nutritional therapist and founder of GP Nutrition, shares her insights on mastering stress through nutrition and supplements. She explains how chronic stress harms health and demonstrates the calming 4-7-8 breathing technique. Gabriela delves into the power of adaptogens and balancing blood sugar to stabilize mood. She highlights the importance of serotonin-boosting foods like turkey and yogurt and discusses the role of omega-3s for overall well-being. Plus, she offers clever meal hacks perfect for busy parents!
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Stress Is Biochemical, Not Just Emotional
- Stress causes real chemical reactions in the body and becomes damaging when chronic.
- Chronic stress depletes nutrients, disrupts sleep, increases weight gain, and harms energy levels.
Use 4-7-8 Breaths And Adaptogens
- Do use the 4-7-8 breathing technique to override acute stress and calm your nervous system.
- Try adaptogens like ashwagandha, rhodiola, and medicinal mushrooms to boost resilience to stress.
Stabilize Energy With Protein-Rich Meals
- Do balance blood sugar by combining carbohydrates with protein at every meal and snack.
- Eat regularly and include protein in snacks to avoid energy crashes and evening overeating.
