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Stress Can Cause Physical Symptoms

Stress can produce symptoms in the body psychologically. Stress is identified in three phases: 1) alarm, 2) resistance and 3) exhaustion. As health practitioners it is our job to help you determine which stage you are and what is the proper support needed.  

Psychological Stress Symptoms

    *  Anxiety
    *  Sleeping problems
    *  Depression
    *  Anger outbursts
    *  ADD
    *  Hyperactivity
    *  Agitation

Adrenaline Over Activity

    *  Headaches
    *  Colitis / IBS
    *  High blood pressure
    *  Muscle spasms
    *  “Panic attacks”
    *  Eczema
    *  Ulcers

Physical Stress Symptoms

    *  Fibromyalgia
    *  Chronic fatigue
    *  Infections
    *  Allergies
    *  Autoimmune conditions
    *  Inability to hold a spinal correction
    *  Chronic pain

Most of today's population is in at least one of these three stages and exhibiting symptomatic expression at one level or another.  We are being "stressed out" at all six levels of interference: 1) Structural, 2) Emotional, 3) Nutritional, 4) Electromagnetic Pollution, 5) Allergies/Sensitivities and 6) Toxic Accumulation.

The body is a complex of web-like interacting systems and not isolated in any way.  Therefore, digestion is important and is linked to the immune system and the nervous system etc.  For one simple example, Probiotics and Enzymes can help to aid the digestive system when we are working to balance stress in the body. Heavy metals may also be compromising all of the systems of the body and must be addressed before long term healing can take place.

These are a very few examples of the wonderful and complex interactions of the body.  It is important that we look at the whole body and all of its systems to get the results needed.  We look forward to seeing you soon in our clinic where we can help you balance stress with the Six Steps to Wellness.  Top

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