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Stress management - The 4th pillar
Stress is a natural response to the demands and challenges of everyday life. It can be beneficial in small doses, but it can harm our physical and mental health when it becomes chronic and overwhelming. Therefore, effective stress management is essential for overall health and well-being.
Here are some of the ways that stress management can impact our health:
Improved immune function: Chronic stress can suppress the immune system, making us more vulnerable to infections and illnesses. Effective stress management techniques, such as meditation, exercise, and relaxation, can boost the immune system and improve our ability to fight off infections.
Reduced risk of cardiovascular disease: Chronic stress can contribute to the development of cardiovascular disease by increasing blood pressure, heart rate, and inflammation. Stress management techniques like exercise, relaxation, and mindfulness can help lower blood pressure, reduce inflammation, and improve overall heart health.
Better mental health: Chronic stress is a significant risk factor for depression and anxiety. Stress management techniques, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, meditation, and exercise, can help alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety and improve overall mental health.
Improved digestion: Chronic stress can disrupt digestion and contribute to gastrointestinal problems, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Stress management techniques, such as relaxation and mindfulness, can help improve digestion and alleviate symptoms of IBS.
Better sleep: Chronic stress can disrupt sleep and contribute to insomnia and other sleep disorders. Stress management techniques, such as relaxation and cognitive-behavioral therapy, can help improve sleep quality and duration.
In conclusion, effective stress management is essential for overall health and well-being. By incorporating stress management techniques into our daily routine, we can improve our immune function, reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, improve mental health, enhance digestion, and get better sleep.
FAQ's
What services does an Internal Medicine doctor provide?
An Internal Medicine physician, also called an Internist, provides comprehensive care for adults across a wide range of health conditions. Our doctor offers preventive care services like annual physicals and health screenings, as well as diagnosis and treatment for acute and chronic illnesses. This includes managing conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, arthritis and more. Our internist also coordinates care with specialists if more complex treatment is required.
What's the difference between an Internal Medicine doctor and a family doctor?
While family doctors provide care for both children and adults, Internal Medicine doctors like Dr. Soriano are specifically trained to prevent, diagnose, and treat adult diseases and conditions. Internists complete additional years of study beyond medical school focused on caring for adolescent, adult, and elderly patients. Our Internal Medicine practice specializes in services like disease prevention, women's health, men's health, and managing chronic illnesses.
Do you accept my health insurance plan?
We accept most major health insurance plans at our practice, click here for our updated list. Please contact our office to verify if we are in-network with your specific plan prior to scheduling. Our front desk staff will be happy to assist with any insurance questions you may have.
How do I schedule an appointment?
New patients can request an appointment by calling our office or submitting the appointment request form on our website. Established patients can also schedule visits through their online patient portal account. We recommend scheduling routine physicals and non-urgent appointments several weeks in advance when possible.
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