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Managing stress

November 18, 2015

Relaxation tips for a stress-free mind

Whether you work long hours or you're just always on the go, sometimes it can be difficult to relax and relieve ourselves from feelings of stress. Constantly feeling tense and on edge will leave you flustered and unable to wind down. If your mind is constantly worrying and you find it hard to switch off, you're bound to have increased levels of the stress hormone cortisol. This can lead to severe health problems in the long-run, such as high blood pressure and even heart attack. While i...
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Managing stress

June 18, 2015

Ways to reduce stress when exercising

Whether you have a high-pressure job or simply have a lot going on in your life at the moment, it's normal to feel as though everything's on top of you and become a little stressed. If this sounds like you, it's best to try and not dwell on the negatives and look into the future with an optimistic mind. What's more, don't just sit and do nothing. Instead, get up and active because exercising can help to reduce feelings of stress. This is because when you exercise or c...
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dacadoo updates, Managing stress

March 23, 2015

Why stress is important for your Health Score

Stress is a factor for many dacadoo users, especially when it comes to trying to balance the demands of work with spending time with your friends and family. However, finding ways to cope with the pressures of everyday life and identifying how to reduce your stress levels is crucial for staying in good mental and physical health. It has been proven that high stress levels can put you at a much higher risk of suffering from health conditions like high blood pressure, which can make you vuln...
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Managing stress

October 14, 2014

Five ways to reduce stress

For many people trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle, reducing your stress levels can be one of the hardest objectives to achieve. It is well documented that being stressed or anxious can have be detrimental on a number of aspects of your health, including putting pressure on your heart and brain. Therefore, finding ways to bring down your stress levels can help you maintain a healthier lifestyle. Exercise Many people find the best way to reduce their stress levels is to engage in thei...
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Food tips, myths and facts, Making the right decisions, Managing stress

September 18, 2014

How competitiveness can improve your healthscore

Improve your HealthScore Many of us like to win. It's a common trait for people all around the world. However, it seems to be especially abundant in people who enjoy exercise and working out. This can sometimes be a negative attribute and can cause tension between friendship groups, especially if you all share the same competitive tendencies. However, it doesn't have to be a disadvantage as if you are using a health platform, such as dacadoo, you can use this competitive edge to your adva...
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