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Stress-Proof

The Scientific Solution to Protect Your Brain and Body—and Be More Resilient Every Day

by Mithu Storoni
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Discover simple, science-based strategies for beating stress at its own game
When’s the best time to exercise – and how much is too much?
Which foods fortify the brain, and which do the opposite?
How can we use music, movement, and motivation to boost our rational brain and keep our cool no matter what life throws our way?
 
Short bursts of stress are an inevitable part of modern life. But how much is too much? Research is uncovering the delicate balance that can turn a brief stressful episode into systemic overload, eventually leading to inflammation, anxiety, depression, and other chronic health issues.
This practical and groundbreaking guide reveals seven paths to fighting the effects of stress—to strengthen our natural defenses so that our minds remain sharp, and our bodies resilient, no matter what life throws at us.
Each chapter examines a common stress agent—including inflammation, an out-of-sync body clock, cortisol levels, and emotional triggers—and presents simple ways to minimize its harmful effects with changes in diet, exercise, and other daily habits—including surprising hacks involving music, eye movements, body temperature, daily routine, and more.
Translating cutting-edge scientific findings into clear and simple advice, Stress-Proof is the ultimate user’s guide for body, mind and well-being.
**Winner, Best Stress Management Books of All Time, BookAuthority**

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    August 22, 2017

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      • ISBN: 9781524704087
      • File size: 859 KB

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      • ISBN: 9781524704087
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  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • Library Journal

      August 1, 2017

      This title recommends a variety of lifestyle and behavior changes to reduce the impact of chronic stress on mind and body. Storoni, an ophthalmologist with research experience in perceptual neuroscience, covers a range of topics, including emotional regulation, managing cortisol levels, cultivating a rational worldview, managing your body clock, reducing chronic inflammation and insulin resistance, and increasing motivation. Suggestions span cognitive and behavioral techniques to diet, exercise, meditation, and much more, supported with evidence from medical, psychological, and neuroscience research. She advocates complementary/alternative therapies (e.g., yoga, probiotics), for which she also cites supporting evidence. Most of the advice is practical for the average person, but some lacks sufficient detail to implement. For example, the author explains that reducing the intake of FODMAPs (fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides and polyols) improves symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome but does not define these molecules or list foods containing them. VERDICT Extensively cited and evidence-based, this title offers a menu of options for limiting the effects of stress on physical, mental, and emotional heath. Readers will need to consult more detailed sources once they identify techniques to try.--Janet Crum, Northern Arizona Univ. Lib., Flagstaff

      Copyright 2017 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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