Does stress have many health benefits?

Psychologist Dr. Ly Thi Mai believes that every state of stress has two sides. In fact, stress also has many benefits.

Stress is beneficial when it occurs at reasonable times and at levels that allow you to control it. At work, you are forced to focus all your energy to deal with it effectively."If you are not under any pressure, you will not use all your abilities to complete your work in the best way. Without stress, your life will become boring," said Ms. Mai.

Besides,When stressed, the body releases hormones.cortisol (stress hormone) helpsboost your body's immune system. Stress can make you stronger, more vibrant, and healthier. Be mindful of them.Only beneficial in balanced and moderate cases.

On the other hand, if you experience too much pressure at once and it exceeds your tolerance threshold, it will become adverse stress. Common symptoms: high blood pressure, arrhythmia, anxiety, palpitations...In addition to cardiovascular diseases, stress can cause many other diseases of the nervous system, digestion, reproductive health, joints and a decline in the overall immune system.

Ms. Mai believes that this state of stress cannot disappear immediately, because it is a part of life.So, you don't necessarily have to find ways to eliminate stress, but learn to control the pressures it creates.

Stress has both advantages and disadvantages, so you don't need to find ways to eliminate it, but learn to control it. Photo:SRW

Psychologist Tran Thi Tam Nhan advises everyone to find a suitable method to prevent and overcome stress. You should relax and seek comfort to compensate for the psychological and health losses caused by stress. For example, take a few minutes to temporarily forget about the troubles and pressures of work, ride a bike, jog to see the scenery, exercise, think positively, do yoga, meditate...

Everyone should exercise regularly, at least three times a week. Physical activity will help you avoid fatigue, keep your mind clear. In addition, exercise also reduces stress, releases emotions and helps us sleep better.

Practice deep breathing twice a day to maintain mental and emotional balance.Deep breathing is considered a technique to stay calm in stressful situations. Most importantly, itGet enough sleep every day to help your body regenerate physically and mentally.

"In particular, everyone should practice smiling more. When you smile, your chin and abdominal muscles will relax, allowing you to breathe more deeply, reducing stress and fatigue," said Ms. Nhan.