Research suggests that during times of high stress, the body deposit fats into the abdominal are. That harried and hurried state also increases levels of cortisols, a chemical that can spur emotional eating. Worse, rampant stress can wreak havoc on your sleep, which may cause weight gain. Here are some stress management tips:
Breathe slowly It is physiologically impossible not to be calm down when you do this, because it lowers your heart rate.
Tense up, Loosen up Tighten every part of your body, then relax each muscle group, starting with your head down to your feet. This stress-relief technique also helps focus your attention so you stop racing from thought to thougt.
Tune in, Tune out A study showed that listening to soothing music can help lower stress levels.
Grab pen and paper Studies show that people better understand and learn from their emotions when they write about them.
Stay in the moment Immerse yourself in a relaxing activity such as baking, gardening or walking, and think of nothing but the sensations surrounding what you’re doing at that moment. The more you focus, the less likely your mind will wander into the worry zone.
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