Stress has become an everyday occurrence for many people these
days. It’s safe to say that stress is normal.
If you don’t have stress, you’re the odd one out.
According to the American Psychological Association, more than
half of us deal with stress on a regular basis. And those dealing with the pressures
of life have more anxiety, hypertension,
depression and obesity than those
that don’t have daily stress.
But, did you know that there are silent signs that you could be
more stressed than you think?
Aside from the heart palpitations and the obvious signs you are
under stress, there is a host of seemingly unrelated symptoms that creep up
when you are too stressed.
Review this list of 7 signs and see if you are dealing with more
stress than you originally thought
1. You Start to Get
Eyelid Twitches
Ever have an eyelid twitch? It’s annoying for you, but a tell tale
sign that you’re doing too much for your body to handle.
These muscle twitches around the eye can last for a few minutes
and stress can be the reason behind it although doctors don’t know why.
If you notice your eye twitching, try using lubricant eye drops to
help calm the eyelid muscle. Also, try closing your eyes and take a deep
breathe. When this usually happens, the twitching will stop.
2. You Have Headaches
Everyday
It isn’t uncommon to have headaches when you are under stress. Studies have shown that the more stress you have, the more
headaches you end up getting.
How much is too much? If you have more than 15 headaches a month,
you are considered having chronic headaches. These headaches are usually
tension headaches, forming on the back and neck and moving up to your temples.
To lessen your chances of a headache, try these quick natural
tips:
Make sure you have proper posture when sitting or standing
Try to get a good night’s rest
Drink plenty of water to combat dehydration, which can contribute
to a headache
Opt for some muscle relaxation techniques like a massage or hot
bath when you’ve had a rough day
3. Your Mouth Starts to
Hurt
An achy mouth is another sign you are more stressed than you
think.
Clenching your jaw at night or during the day has been known to
worsen stress and you may not realize you’re even doing it.
If you suspect you’re a jaw clencher at night, you can opt for a night guard. Using
one can help stop teeth grinding, so it’s worth the investment.
4. Your Hair Is Falling
Out
It’s normal for you to lose around 100 hairs a day, but if you
find you’re grabbing clumps of hair out while you’re in the shower, you could
be dealing with more stress than you previously thought.
Your hair follicle is stimulated by androgens and when that
hormone spikes (due to stress), your hair temporarily falls out.
While there isn’t a magic pill to grow your hair back, having a
balanced diet with healthy fats will help restore its shine and lustre.
5. Your Skin Is Itchy
When you’re faced with stress on a daily basis, your body’s immune
system is thrown off whack, leaving you vulnerable to a host of problems, one
of which is itchy skin.
Stress and anxiety can bring on:
Stress hives – hives are
bumps on the skin. While these are usually caused by allergies, stress can
definitely bring them on.
Heat rash – stress can
sometimes make you sweaty, making it more likely to get a rash.
Perception itch – during
high levels of stress, what would normally not be as itchy to you, is perceived
as highly itchy causing you discomfort.
Triggered itch – anxiety
and stress can trigger skin conditions such as eczema or acne.
To combat your itchy problem, try these natural solutions:
Make an oatmeal paste with dry oats and water and apply on the
skin
Use witch hazel to relieve the itch
Cortisone cream can help hard-to-soothe itchy skin
Aloe Vera plant or Aloe Vera lotion can quickly dull the itch
6. Your Gums are
Bleeding
Stress can raise your cortisol levels in your body, impairing your
immune system’s ability to fight off infections and sickness.
Chronic levels of this stress
hormone can allow
bacteria to start to invade your mouth, leaving you with periodontal disease.
During high times of stress, protect your oral health by doing the
following:
If you eat out, bring a toothbrush for a quick cleaning
Floss daily
Schedule regular dental cleanings
Get a good night’s rest
Avoid sugary drinks
7. Weird Dreams
Sleep helps us synthesize all the information and tasks we did for
the day in positive and good feeling dreams.
When you are under stress, however, you’ll find that your dreams
will be a bit odd, almost bizarre. You tend to ruminate and think about the day
when trying to fall asleep which disrupts your sleep cycle and inhibits you
from having excellent dreams.
To reclaim your dreams, try to opt for at least seven hours of
sleep and stop having caffeine by noon.
Everybody has stress in their lives, but don’t make it a habit.
Focus on what your body is trying to tell you – that you’re more stressed than
you think.
Take the time to recognize these silent signs and improve how you manage your stress. Your
body will thank you.
After looking at these sings, are you more stressed then you
thought?
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