Podcasts about autonomic nervous system ans

Nervous system is responsible for multiple functions of our body. It is divided into peripheral nervous system (PNS) & central nervous system (CNS). The PNS has motor and sensory component, while the motor system consists of Autonomic (Involuntary) and somatic (Voluntary). Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) controls our urinary bladder functioning, which if affected can cause reduction of urinary bladder contractibility causing post void retention of urine in bladder, increase frequency of urination & recurrent UTI. Water intake may need to be restricted in people with poor pumping capacity of heart or kidney failure or any having any other condition with fluid overload. To maintain overall health, focus on walking more, getting adequate sleep, and staying positive. A cheerful attitude and smiling can contribute to your well-being and that of your loved ones, ensuring a healthier future for everyone. Recorded on: 29.11.2024 Recorded at: Akashwani Nagpur

In this episode, we explore the intricate role of the vagus nerve as a central regulator within the microbiota-gut-brain (MGB) axis, examining its neuroanatomical structure, signaling mechanisms, and interactions with microbial metabolites and immune pathways. We discuss how vagal afferent fibers relay sensory input from the gut to the brain, including signals mediated by short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) and gut-derived hormones, and how efferent fibers modulate gut motility, intestinal barrier integrity, and inflammation through the cholinergic anti-inflammatory pathway. Finally, we explore vagal dysfunction as well as associated conditions and symptoms, and we touch on just a few potential root causes. Topics: 1. Introduction Focus on the vagus nerve's role in the microbiota-gut-brain (MGB) axis. Bidirectional communication between the brain and microbiota. Overview of communication pathways: neural (e.g., vagus nerve), endocrine (e.g., HPA axis), immune (e.g., cytokines), and metabolic (e.g., SCFAs). 2. Overview of the Nervous System The CNS includes the brain and spinal cord - control centers for the body. The peripheral nervous system extends beyond the CNS The peripheral nervous system is divided into the somatic nervous system and the autonomic nervous system. 3. Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) and Subdivisions Sympathetic Nervous System (SNS) Parasympathetic Nervous System (PNS) Enteric Nervous System (ENS) 4. The Vagus Nerve and Role in the PNS Principal component of the parasympathetic nervous system. Governs "rest-and-digest" activities Contains both afferent (80%) and efferent (20%) fibers. 5. Vagus Nerve Anatomy Fibers originate at the base of the skull and extend into the gut wall. Fibers distributed throughout the mucosa, submucosa, and beyond. Interact indirectly with gut luminal contents via specialized gut cells, including EECs and immune cells. 6. Interaction with Intestinal Cells Enteroendocrine cells (EECs) release gut hormones in response to microbial metabolites. SCFAs, such as butyrate, activate free fatty acid receptors on EECs, stimulating vagal afferents. Immune cells within the gut wall modulate vagal signals during inflammatory responses. 7. Review of Functions Sensory input (afferent fibers): Detects gut-derived signals like microbial metabolites and mechanical stretch. Motor output (efferent fibers): Regulates gut motility, secretion, immune responses, and more. 8. Impact of a Diverse Microbiome on Vagal Activity Enhanced SCFA production boosts vagal activity. SCFAs improve gut barrier integrity, reduce systemic inflammation, and assist in regulating stress responses. 9. Examples: Intestinal Barrier Function Releases acetylcholine (ACh) to modulate inflammatory pathways. Helps enhance tight junction protein expression, preserving gut barrier integrity. Helps prevent the translocation of microbial endotoxins like LPS into systemic circulation. 10. Dysfunction of the Vagus Nerve Reduced vagal tone disrupts gut homeostasis. Conditions such as IBS, IBD, chronic fatigue syndrome, anxiety, depression, and POTS. Chronic stress, infections, and dysbiosis are common contributors. 11. Root Causes 12. Tying Back to the HPA Axis Low vagal tone is associated with increased HPA axis activity. Highlighting the interplay between the gut, brain, and stress response systems. 13. Conclusion Identifying potential root causes. Contributing lifestyle factors. "⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠75 Gut-Healing Strategies & Biohacks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠" Follow Chloe on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@synthesisofwellness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Chloe on TikTok @chloe_c_porter Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠synthesisofwellness.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chloe-porter6/support

Summary: Join us for an enlightening episode of The Yoga Therapy Hour and Beyond, featuring renowned yoga expert Amy Wheeler. With over 25 years of experience in teaching yoga teachers how to sequence their classes effectively, Amy brings a wealth of knowledge to the podcast. Having served as a yoga university professor for 20 years in California, she is now the Therapeutic Yoga Teacher at the University of Minnesota, specializing in addressing conditions like low back pain, neck pain, insomnia, and anxiety.In this episode, we delve into:Classical Sequencing Techniques: Amy discusses how to effectively sequence yoga classes in a studio or gym setting catering to drop-in students, ranging from beginners to advanced practitioners.Therapeutic Approach to Sequencing: Learn about the shift from traditional group class sequencing to a more therapeutic, individualized approach that starts with an assessment of participants.Nervous System Focus: Explore how to "dial up" or "dial down" the nervous system through yoga to achieve a balanced (sattvic) state of mind and body, emphasizing the importance of the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) in therapeutic yoga.Troubleshooting Student Experiences: Amy explains why sometimes yoga sessions don't have the intended effect on students and how to adjust techniques based on individual feedback post-class.Yoga as a Relationship: A reminder that yoga teaching is about the relationship with the individual, not just about delivering choreographed postures, highlighting the necessity to tailor sessions to meet each student's unique needs.Tune in to gain insightful tips from Amy Wheeler on enhancing your yoga teaching through thoughtful sequencing and a therapeutic understanding of yoga's impact on the nervous system.   If you would like to receive the free infographics and handouts that correspond to each episode on the Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast, please subscribe to our segmented email list. You will have the opportunity to determine the Infographic Topics that you would like to receive. When The Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast has a topic that corresponds to your choices, then you will receive an email for that week with the PDF's for download.Topics you can choose from include: Yoga Therapy & Mental HealthYoga Therapy & Physical HealthSocial Justice in yoga & Yoga TherapyYoga/Ayurveda ToolboxYoga & Indian PhilosophyGlobal & Trending Yoga Therapy TopicsClick the link below to subscribe. It takes 10 seconds total.https://amywheeler.com/subscribe Check out Amy's website Visit Amy's training section on her website to check out the courses belowYoga therapy training courses 865-certified-yoga-therapist-program www.optimalstateyoganidra.comwww.TheOptimalState.com Yoga Therapy Clinic with Optimal State:https://calendly.com/amy-wheeler-optimal-state--schedule/cancercare?month=2024-03 University of Minnesota Therapeutic Yoga Series:Online Therapeutic Yoga Series webpage: https://csh.umn.edu/for-community/wellbeing-workshops/online-therapeutic-yoga-series Polyvagal Institute Mighty App with Amy Wheeler and Marlysa Sullivan and the hosts of the Yoga and Yoga Therapy Group within the Apphttps://www.polyvagalinstitute.org/pviapp 7-Week Course on Yoga, Yoga Therapy & Polyvagal Theory offered by the Polyvagal Institutehttps://www.polyvagalinstitute.org/items/therapeutic-yoga-tools%3A-a-polyvagal-informed-certificate-for-body-mind-practitioners Optimal State Mobile App for iPhone and AndroidDownload the App for the respective App Store for free! New Moon and Full Moon Meditations with Optimal State in June, July and August 2024 (Free)Use this same Zoom Link for all session and join us! Join via Zoom: Meeting ID 817 6064 3575June 5th at 7:30-8:30pmCST- New Moon Celebration and MeditationJune 8th at 8:00-9:00amCST- Yoga Nidra for Working with High Blood Pressure June 20th at 7:30-8:30pmCST- Summer Solstice Celebration and MeditationJune 21st at 7:30-8:30pmCST- Full Moon Celebration and MeditationEmail Krishna@TheOptimalState.com for details for July and August 2024 meditations Optimal State and Yoga Therapy Hour Patreon link:https://www.patreon.com/yogatherapyhour 

In today's episode of Mind Your Health Podcast, we continue our journey exploring the EASE Method and go into the realm of the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) - crucial to our body's unconscious functions. Tune in today and discover the health implications of an imbalanced ANS, including the effects on mental health, digestive health, sleep quality, and immune system strength. We also delve into the physiological changes during stress and the importance of relaxation techniques that help bring balance back into our lives. We expand on practical approaches to managing stress and supporting a healthy ANS, such as deep breathing exercises, mindfulness, and healthy lifestyle choices. Gain insights into the importance of regular practice and how these techniques contribute to long-term wellbeing. Join us to understand the foundational role of the ANS in maintaining health and managing stress. During this episode, you will find out...

Today, I want to introduce you to something called heart rate variability (HRV). HRV is a measurement of the variations between the heartbeats. There are different time distances between your heartbeats. The more varied the timing is between the heartbeats, the healthier a person is, and the higher the HRV is. The less varied the timing is, the less healthy the person is, and the lower the HRV is. HRV measures the autonomic nervous system. It has been well-researched and can help a person understand their ability to adapt to and recover from stress. Many people use this technology to determine whether or not their body can handle the stress of working out on a given day. Maybe they can handle doing high-intensity training one day, but their body would do better with a day off or with low-impact exercise the next. There are many different lifestyle changes you can make to help improve your overall health. HRV technology can help give you feedback to see if what you're doing is actually benefiting you. It can even tell you your biological age and rate of aging. You really can't take your health to the next level if you can't measure it. This is a fantastic and easy-to-use tool to help you do that right at home. Heart Rate Variability (HRV) Product: https://bit.ly/3Nug6QY Watch the HRV Training videos here: ▶️ https://vimeo.com/showcase/10807756

Original Air Date: April 13, 2021 How do we know when we are grumpy, tired, overheated, or overwhelmed? ... Lisa talks about this 8th sense called Interoception or the "How do we know" sense, which is absolutely critical to enhancing a child's regulatory capacity ... Why? Because what we see in the playroom is actually not behavioral issues, but really the child's inability to stay connected and regulate through the activation of the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS). But what does this have to do with Interoception? ... Regulation and attunement starts with our interoceptive capacity. We can teach children tons of regulation strategies, but if they cannot register the clues that let them know they need to regulate in the first place, what we've done is just handed them tools that they have no clue how or when to use.  And as therapists we need to have this capacity enhanced in us!  Lisa shares ideas for starting to develop the interoceptive capacity in ourselves as therapists and our child clients, in this really important discussion that tells us that our body might actually be the most important toy in the playroom. Podcast Resources:  Synergetic Play Therapy Institute Synergetic Play Therapy Learning Website FREE Resources to support you on your play therapy journey  Aggression in Play Therapy: A Neurobiological Approach to Integrating Intensity * If you enjoy this podcast, please give us a five-star rating and review on Apple Podcast, subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and invite your friends/fellow colleagues to join us.

It's super-helpful to know how to use the vagus nerve to promote instant calm in your nervous system, mind and body.Otherwise, if your nervous system is chronically triggered by stress and anxiety, you may remain in fight-or-flight for long periods and this will harm your mood, wellbeing and health.Listen in for a quick primer on how the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) works and why you should care, plus Stephen Porges' Polyvagal Theory.When you understand the real negative effects of chronic stress on rest, repair, and social functions, you will quickly see how important (and easy!) it is to manage the ANS. Learn various exercises and techniques to stimulate the vagus nerve and promote relaxation. Listeners are invited to join the Burnout to Leadership program for further support.Show NotesIn an Unspoken Voice, Peter A Levine The Heart of Trauma, Bonnie Badenoch The Polyvagal Theory, Stephen PorgesAccessing the Healing Power of the Vagus Nerve, Stanley Rosenberg----------------------------------- Burnout Resources:Get 1-on-1 burnout recovery coaching at https:/mini.dexrandall.comBurnout Recovery eCourse: https://go.dexrandall.com/beatburnoutFor even more TIPS see FACEBOOK: @coachdexrandallINSTAGRAM: @coachdexrandallLINKEDIN: @coachdexrandallTWITTER: @coachdexrandallor join the FACEBOOK group for burnout coaches onlyhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/1030925731159138See https://linktr.ee/coachdexrandall for all links

In this episode, I talk about the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS), including what it is, and how keeping it regulated can help you. The ANS is something I've grown more and more interested in over the last two years, and it's something I often incorporate into my coaching practice. Today, I share: A brief summary of what the ANS is and what it is responsible for in keeping our bodies achieve balanced homeostasis. The two states of the ANS and how it affects us. Why it's important to look after your ANS. Strategies to help you optimize your ANS. Links mentioned in the episode:  Read my blog post where I share “Eight Ways to Survive Easter Without Your Kids” HERE. Freebie alert: Get your free guide on how you can keep your Autonomic Nervous System regulated.  Join the Thrive Tribe waitlist HERE.  Download the E-book – Thirteen single mothers share their struggles, top tips, and their favourite things about being a single mother – HERE. To contact Julia, email: julia@singlemothersurvivalguide.com. Visit us at Single Mother Survival Guide. And join the email list there too. Or connect with Single Mother Survival Guide on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Pinterest.

Moving a human from trauma to healing requires the restructuring of emotional response. Both primary and secondary process emotions (conscious and pre-conscious) must be engaged and soothed (regulation of the sensitive limbic region of the brain). This must come in the form of new experiences. The experience of limbic neuroplasticity (the laying down of new neural pathways and responses) was deeply and beautifully expressed by a client in the following testimonial by Rhoda Ingstad. “Wow! What an eventful journey I have been on since my healing session with horse! During my session I couldn't tell what was going on in my head or body. In the session you made the observation that the horse was making the greatest amount of expressions (licking, chewing, and yawning, etc.) during my session. I was not aware of that. Yet afterwards I felt that my whole chest area was cleared of tension and angst. It made no sense to me! While I was laying in my bed that night I kept trying to figure out what had happened, but finally I realized it was totally right brain and preverbal. It was then that I experienced a guttural sigh from the deepest part of my body. In your next group class, while I was trying to figure out what to share about my experience, I started having huge muscle spasms in my back that shook my whole body. (My back is where I have stored my entire trauma.) I had at least 6 of those huge spasms. I felt a huge shift and knew it was a continuation from my session with horse. I was still without words to explain it. Then, when later talking to my empathy buddy, I realized that the healing was all preverbal traumas and felt a great sense of relief. I felt forgiveness for my mother. I felt an openness all through the core of my body. Now when I breathe it feels like my breath goes all the way down to my toes!! The knots in my back have continued to release and go away. My words are coming back which is a huge healing and relief. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for this experience - even though my left brain couldn't understand how being with a horse could facilitate healing!! I was doubtful anything could come from this, and yet it was the most powerful and deepest healing I have had!! The healing relied on the environment, YOUR SKILL, and AWARENESS, with the Black Horse's RESONANCE!” With gratitude and love, Rhoda Ingstad Phoenix, AZ Limbic resonance gives an equine facilitated experience much of its magic. In the Healing with Horses model of Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy and Learning, the horses are recognized as sentient partners who are able to be in choice and communicate their opinions - with a sophisticated limbic view point. Each session allows a rich exploration of the shared emotion between client and horse. Emotion involves all of the brain and via the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) the physical sensations of emotional states are felt, by horse and human alike. Horses have large and sensitive guts (and hearts) and are much larger resonant surfaces for receiving and responding to emotional information. There are three stages of limbic neuroplasticity between mammals: Create a limbic bond or connection; becoming curious about and engaged by each other (resonance) 
 Build mutual understanding and shared communication via challenges (regulation) 
 Experience a smooth partnership via an attached relationship (limbic revision) 
 By observing closely the relationship the client builds with the horse, we are able to "see" the subcortical or pre-conscious levels of process that are occurring in the relationship. We also glimpse the patterns that are below conscious awareness in human relationships for the client. Horses often mirror the suppressed emotion and "release" when a human recognizes a feeling they are experiencing in the moment. This brings the client back into congruence even if they are still feeling the emotion. The moment their authentic feelings are known, the horse will sigh, lick its lips, y

Host's Note:  To watch this interview instead, check out the YouTube video.This episode features our guest, Amy Guerrero, of Regulate With Amy and The School of Regulation - helping trauma survivors find healing by regulating their nervous systems. TOPICS COVERED: - Her story - dysregulation in her body, early childhood abandonment, opening with plant medicine, drug/alcohol misuse, suicidality, understanding her brain/body connection- Somatic experiencing and yoga practice- The Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) and how the brain just wants us to survive- What happens to the ANS during trauma- Inflammation- Coming back to safety inside- Self-trust is foundational - moving from trusting the outside world to the inside self- Freedom is your birthright - Felt sense, body sensation, sensualism, and sexuality- Practice savoring the moment - how it anchors the calm of the ventral state- Regrooving the pathways of the brain- You make senseGUEST'S MOST USEFUL RESOURCES IN THEIR HEALING: 1.  Dr. Gabor Mate - https://drgabormate.com/2. Louise Hay - https://www.louisehay.com/3. The Body Keeps the Score (author: Bessel van der Kolk)4. Yoga practice5. Daily grounding by walking the beach barefootFOR MORE INFO ABOUT OUR GUEST: 1. Regulate with Amy - https://www.regulatewithamy.com/2. School of Regulation - https://www.schoolofregulation.com/3.  IG - https://www.instagram.com/regulatewithamy/?hl=enTags:  #traumarecovery #traumarecoverycoach #traumahealing #healingfromtrauma #traumasurvivor #survivorhood #ifsinformed #regulate #ans #nervoussystem #freedom #safety #somaticexperiencing  #yoga #inflammation #sensation #sensuality #selftrust #feltsense #noticing #awareness Support the showTrauma Survivorhood is hosted by Sara, an IFS-informed certified trauma recovery coach with her own private practice called Full Circle Wellspring LLC. For one-to-one coaching, IFS guidance, classes, resources, support, blogs, contact info, and more - visit: https://www.fullcirclewellspring.com. For the most up-to-date info and offers, follow and like: https://www.facebook.com/fullcirclewellspring.For all past episodes, check out the Trauma Survivorhood's podcast home: https://www.fullcirclewellspring.buzzsprout.comFor all the episode videos, check out: https://www.youtube.com/@fullcirclewellspring© 2022 Trauma Survivorhood with Sara and Full Circle Wellspring LLC

In this episode we discuss how first responders and front line workers and various other high stress work environments can impact your health mentally emotional and physically. We talk about tips and tricks to help you with the stress of your daily life. Please donate and Help support my channel. Thank you https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=S9HELHULPMHTQ Amy Boudreau is a Gravity Yoga® Certified Instructor, holds a Corporate Yoga Certification, Trauma Sensitive Yoga Certification, and uses Trauma Release Exercises (TRE) which assist the body in releasing deep muscular patterns of stress, tension and trauma to help others in reaching a state of Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) balance. She is an 11-year Police Constable, serves as a Mental Health Ambassador, Peer Support Team Member, and is part of the First Responder Mindfulness Network (FRMN). Amy's mission is to assist others in learning how to maintain individual wellbeing protective factors against burn-out, how to feel well and stay healthy long-term. Instagram: @TheYogaCop LinkedIn: Amy Boudreau, B.A., ICPS Twitter: @TheYogaCop @AmyBoudreauICPS About: Michael Philpott Michael is a Psychic Medium and has given readings to people in Canada US and the Caribbean. Michael is a Reiki Master for over 20 yrs. with clinical experience and teaches Intuitive Diagnosis for health professionals and is classically trained chef and former personal trainer and is the host of the popular podcast call The Metaphysical Mentor Show. Contact me through my social media or email me at michael@michaelphilpott.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5mSbeHemKiHhvBimJvWBww https://www.facebook.com/michael.philpott.3133 https://www.instagram.com/themetaphysicalguy/

After a concussion or brain injury, the function of the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) can be commonly disrupted. This can cause a dysregulation between the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous system - leading to increased symptoms. This week, Natasha Wilch is back to explain the ins and outs of the ANS as it relates to brain injury. She will also explain dysautonomia and POTS, and share some practical tools to improve autonomic function. 0:00 Intro 2:20 Cristabelle 7:55 Introducing Natasha 13:11 What is the Autonomic Nervous System 14:20 Parasympathetic vs. Sympathetic 17:15 Effect of Concussions/Brain Injury 21:20 Compass 31 Tool to Bring to Practitioners 22:55 Dysautonomia & POTS 25:40 Cristabelle's Experience 27:25 Identifying Triggers & Response 34:55 Putting the Pieces Together Clinically 36:40 Anxiety or Autonomics? 37:55 Practical Things to Do to Help 42:00 Words of Hope Connect with Natasha: @natasha.wilch or https://www.natashawilch.com/ Compass 31 Assessment: https://www.mvpctr.com/compass-31-online-questionnaire/ CONNECT Listen to Cristabelle's new "Hope Survives" single on all music streaming platforms! Hosted by Cristabelle Braden: @cristabellebraden | cristabellebraden.com Hope After Head Injury: @hopeafterheadinjury | hopeafterheadinjury.com Brain Injury Bible Study: @braininjurybiblestudy | braininjurybiblestudy.com Join the online community & zoom support group: hopeafterheadinjury.com/community Thank you to Council on Brain Injury for supporting this podcast by providing a microphone as part of their grant program to the brain injury community. Check out the amazing work done by CoBI at: councilonbraininjury.com This podcast is for education and informational purposes only, and not intended for medical advice. If you need specific medical advice, please consult your physician. More: hopesurvivespodcast.com

In the last few episodes, Lauren explained about the Sympathetic Nervous System (Fight or Flight) and the Parasympathetic Nervous System (Rest & Digest). Both are part of our Autonomic Nervous System (ANS), but let's not get too sciency here! Just remember this: it's all about keeping this system in balance. In this episode, Lauren explains what adults can do when they are stuck in either system. Essentially, how to neutralize strong emotions when feeling stress and overwhelm or how to gain energy when feeling down and unmotivated. Lauren discusses several options and many of them are free! We all try to balance our constant state of Fight or Flight with the occasional day off or vacation break. However, this “binge and purge” approach to balancing our nervous system won't work. We have accumulated chronic stress that can't be undone even with intermittent vacations. Here's what we CAN do: incorporate the easy ideas Lauren describes to live a balanced life. Most of all, have fun! Lauren answers this week's listener question during the episode: Where do behaviors come from? What triggers behavior?Try-at-home tip: Gardening or just plant something!Other related resources from The Behavior Hub: Blog Post: Ways to Neutralize or Gain Energy for AdultsFight or Flight: Sympathetic Nervous System (SNS)Rest & Digest: Parasympathetic Nervous System (PNS)Podcast:Fight or Flight: Our Sympathetic Nervous System Why Behaviors Occur - The 5 Needs AreasOur Online Courses: From Wild Emotions to Tamed Feelings – How to Self-Regulate (5 Needs Areas) Do you have a question? I can answer it in a future episode! Email questions to podcast@thebehaviorhub.com or send via text to 717-693-7744.Subscribe to our mailing list and find out more about the Emotional Brain.Check out our Facebook Group – Raising and Teaching Respectful Children The Behavior Hub websiteThe Behavior Hub blogAre you struggling with behaviors and not sure where to begin? Let me help! Schedule a free discovery call and let me be your Guide.

Welcome all to IS PHARMACOLOGY DIFFICULT Podcast! I am Dr Radhika Vijay.In today's episode, I will keep my parle embellished with details about Muscarinic Cholinergic Receptors found in Autonomic Nervous System (ANS).I will be grouping them both as per their significance and also on basis of their function or role.I will discuss all important heads like their location, their mechanism and their role.I will throw enough light on their Agonists and Antagonists.All in all this info storm will be conveyed from my end to yours, so stay tuned, be ready and stay informed...... For all the updates and latest episodes of my podcast, please visit www.ispharmacologydifficult.com where you can also sign up for a free monthly newsletter of mine. It actually contains lot of updates about the medical sciences, drug information and my podcast updates also. You can follow me on different social media handles like twitter, insta, facebook and linkedin. They all are with same name "IS PHARMACOLOGY DIFFICULT". If you are listening for the first time, do follow me here, whatever platform you are consuming this episode, stay tuned, do rate and review on ITunes, Apple podcasts, stay safe, stay happy, stay enlightened, Thank you!!You can access various links viahttps://linktr.ee/ispharmacologydifficult

Welcome all to IS PHARMACOLOGY DIFFICULT Podcast! I am Dr Radhika Vijay. In today's episode, I will keep my parle embellished with details about Muscarinic Cholinergic Receptors found in Autonomic Nervous System (ANS). I will be grouping them both as per their significance and also on basis of their function or role. I will discuss all important heads like their location, their mechanism and their role. I will throw enough light on their Agonists and Antagonists. All in all this info storm will be conveyed from my end to yours, so stay tuned, be ready and stay informed...... For all the updates and latest episodes of my podcast, please visit www.ispharmacologydifficult.com where you can also sign up for a free monthly newsletter of mine. It actually contains lot of updates about the medical sciences, drug information and my podcast updates also. You can follow me on different social media handles like twitter, insta, facebook and linkedin. They all are with same name "IS PHARMACOLOGY DIFFICULT". If you are listening for the first time, do follow me here, whatever platform you are consuming this episode, stay tuned, do rate and review on ITunes, Apple podcasts, stay safe, stay happy, stay enlightened, Thank you!! You can access various links via https://linktr.ee/ispharmacologydifficult

Welcome all to IS PHARMACOLOGY DIFFICULT Podcast! I am Dr Radhika Vijay. In today's episode, firstly I will summarize all we have known so far about Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) , in important bullet points, then I will discuss the Chemical signal interplay in ANS and finally I will be Introducing Cholinergic System or Parasympathetic system briefly, that's the flow of conversations today........... For all the updates and latest episodes of my podcast, please visit www.ispharmacologydifficult.com where you can also sign up for a free monthly newsletter of mine. It actually contains lot of updates about the medical sciences, drug information and my podcast updates also. You can follow me on different social media handles like twitter, insta, facebook and linkedin. They all are with same name "IS PHARMACOLOGY DIFFICULT". If you are listening for the first time, do follow me here, whatever platform you are consuming this episode, stay tuned, do rate and review on ITunes, Apple podcasts, stay safe, stay happy, stay enlightened, Thank you!! You can access various links via https://linktr.ee/ispharmacologydifficult

Welcome all to IS PHARMACOLOGY DIFFICULT Podcast! I am Dr Radhika Vijay.In today's episode, firstly I will summarize all we have known so far about Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) , in important bullet points, then I will discuss the Chemical signal interplay in ANS and finally I will be Introducing Cholinergic System or Parasympathetic system briefly, that's the flow of conversations today........... For all the updates and latest episodes of my podcast, please visit www.ispharmacologydifficult.com where you can also sign up for a free monthly newsletter of mine. It actually contains lot of updates about the medical sciences, drug information and my podcast updates also. You can follow me on different social media handles like twitter, insta, facebook and linkedin. They all are with same name "IS PHARMACOLOGY DIFFICULT". If you are listening for the first time, do follow me here, whatever platform you are consuming this episode, stay tuned, do rate and review on ITunes, Apple podcasts, stay safe, stay happy, stay enlightened, Thank you!!You can access various links viahttps://linktr.ee/ispharmacologydifficult

Welcome all to IS PHARMACOLOGY DIFFICULT Podcast! I am Dr Radhika Vijay.Continuing the trending legacy of ANS, today I will cover overview and brief introduction to Parasympathetic and Sympathetic Nervous System, details about the innervation, different ganglia involved and Neurotransmitters involved.Hope I keep up the interests to set your feet sound and deep in this conversation and conference of Autonomic Nervous System(ANS) , your consistent interest is my goal!!Finally the spirits of weekend and Great Sunday takes over....HAPPY WEEKEND, BON SUNDAY!! For all the updates and latest episodes of my podcast, please visit www.ispharmacologydifficult.com where you can also sign up for a free monthly newsletter of mine. It actually contains lot of updates about the medical sciences, drug information and my podcast updates also. You can follow me on different social media handles like twitter, insta, facebook and linkedin. They all are with same name "IS PHARMACOLOGY DIFFICULT". If you are listening for the first time, do follow me here, whatever platform you are consuming this episode, stay tuned, do rate and review on ITunes, Apple podcasts, stay safe, stay happy, stay enlightened, Thank you!!You can access various links viahttps://linktr.ee/ispharmacologydifficult

Welcome all to IS PHARMACOLOGY DIFFICULT Podcast! I am Dr Radhika Vijay. Continuing the trending legacy of ANS, today I will cover overview and brief introduction to Parasympathetic and Sympathetic Nervous System, details about the innervation, different ganglia involved and Neurotransmitters involved. Hope I keep up the interests to set your feet sound and deep in this conversation and conference of Autonomic Nervous System(ANS) , your consistent interest is my goal!! Finally the spirits of weekend and Great Sunday takes over....HAPPY WEEKEND, BON SUNDAY!! For all the updates and latest episodes of my podcast, please visit www.ispharmacologydifficult.com where you can also sign up for a free monthly newsletter of mine. It actually contains lot of updates about the medical sciences, drug information and my podcast updates also. You can follow me on different social media handles like twitter, insta, facebook and linkedin. They all are with same name "IS PHARMACOLOGY DIFFICULT". If you are listening for the first time, do follow me here, whatever platform you are consuming this episode, stay tuned, do rate and review on ITunes, Apple podcasts, stay safe, stay happy, stay enlightened, Thank you!! You can access various links via https://linktr.ee/ispharmacologydifficult

Welcome all to IS PHARMACOLOGY DIFFICULT Podcast! I am Dr Radhika Vijay. BIEN VENUE 2022! I am here with a new season, a new episode numero uno namely Overview of Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) or Introduction to Autonomic Nervous System (ANS). In today's talk, I will be describing the introductory details of Central Nervous System (CNS) , its different parts, brief descriptions of Somatic Nervous System, Autonomic Nervous System. I will describe the divisions of ANS (Autonomic Nervous System) like Parasympathetic System, Sympathetic System and Enteric Nervous System. I will thoroughly cover the distinguishing features of Parasympathetic and Sympathetic Nervous systems. Nothing more, With ending notes, I will be delivering a piece of advice to highlight the essence of study of ANS. Do pay heed!! Finally cheers to the dawn and wintery winds of Janvier!! (2022), I promise to keep the talks, updates, tete-a-tete , facts, smiles and sunshines of PHARMACOLOGY always progressing to resolve your dilemmas, doubts and let know "Is Pharmacology Difficult" For all the updates and latest episodes of my podcast, please visit www.ispharmacologydifficult.com where you can also sign up for a free monthly newsletter of mine. It actually contains lot of updates about the medical sciences, drug information and my podcast updates also. You can follow me on different social media handles like twitter, insta, facebook and linkedin. They all are with same name "IS PHARMACOLOGY DIFFICULT". If you are listening for the first time, do follow me here, whatever platform you are consuming this episode, stay tuned, do rate and review on ITunes, Apple podcasts, stay safe, stay happy, stay enlightened, Thank you!! You can access various links via https://linktr.ee/ispharmacologydifficult

Welcome all to IS PHARMACOLOGY DIFFICULT Podcast! I am Dr Radhika Vijay.BIEN VENUE 2022! I am here with a new season, a new episode numero uno namely Overview of Autonomic Nervous System (ANS)  or Introduction to Autonomic Nervous System (ANS).In today's talk, I will be describing the introductory details of Central Nervous System (CNS) , its different parts, brief descriptions of Somatic Nervous System, Autonomic Nervous System. I will describe the divisions of ANS (Autonomic Nervous System) like Parasympathetic System, Sympathetic System and Enteric Nervous System.I will thoroughly cover the distinguishing features of Parasympathetic and Sympathetic Nervous systems. Nothing more, With ending notes, I will be delivering a piece of advice to highlight the essence of study of ANS. Do pay heed!!Finally cheers to the dawn and wintery winds of Janvier!! (2022), I promise to keep the talks, updates, tete-a-tete , facts, smiles and sunshines of PHARMACOLOGY always progressing to resolve your dilemmas, doubts and let know "Is Pharmacology Difficult" For all the updates and latest episodes of my podcast, please visit www.ispharmacologydifficult.com where you can also sign up for a free monthly newsletter of mine. It actually contains lot of updates about the medical sciences, drug information and my podcast updates also. You can follow me on different social media handles like twitter, insta, facebook and linkedin. They all are with same name "IS PHARMACOLOGY DIFFICULT". If you are listening for the first time, do follow me here, whatever platform you are consuming this episode, stay tuned, do rate and review on ITunes, Apple podcasts, stay safe, stay happy, stay enlightened, Thank you!!You can access various links viahttps://linktr.ee/ispharmacologydifficult

Welcome all to IS PHARMACOLOGY DIFFICULT Podcast! I am Dr Radhika Vijay.BIEN VENUE 2022! I am here with a new season, a new episode numero uno namely Overview of Autonomic Nervous System (ANS)  or Introduction to Autonomic Nervous System (ANS).In today's talk, I will be describing the introductory details of Central Nervous System (CNS) , its different parts, brief descriptions of Somatic Nervous System, Autonomic Nervous System. I will describe the divisions of ANS (Autonomic Nervous System) like Parasympathetic System, Sympathetic System and Enteric Nervous System.I will thoroughly cover the distinguishing features of Parasympathetic and Sympathetic Nervous systems. Nothing more, With ending notes, I will be delivering a piece of advice to highlight the essence of study of ANS. Do pay heed!!Finally cheers to the dawn and wintery winds of Janvier!! (2022), I promise to keep the talks, updates, tete-a-tete , facts, smiles and sunshines of PHARMACOLOGY always progressing to resolve your dilemmas, doubts and let know "Is Pharmacology Difficult" For all the updates and latest episodes of my podcast, please visit www.ispharmacologydifficult.com where you can also sign up for a free monthly newsletter of mine. It actually contains lot of updates about the medical sciences, drug information and my podcast updates also. You can follow me on different social media handles like twitter, insta, facebook and linkedin. They all are with same name "IS PHARMACOLOGY DIFFICULT". If you are listening for the first time, do follow me here, whatever platform you are consuming this episode, stay tuned, do rate and review on ITunes, Apple podcasts, stay safe, stay happy, stay enlightened, Thank you!!You can access various links viahttps://linktr.ee/ispharmacologydifficult

What are my four guidelines for stress reduction? Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction What is the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS)? Sympathetic vs Parasympathetic branches How the stress response works in the body What is a stressor? ANS dysfunction is a ROOT CAUSE of SIBO, IBS, and all chronic disease Nerding out about the Parasympathetic Nervous System and the Vagus Nerve Dorsal Vagus Nerve vs Ventral Vegas Nerve Polyvagal Theory How can we retrain our nervous system? My YouTube Channel for Move to Heal Sessions My list of Parasympathetic Nervous System Therapies: Body and Brain - Qigong HeartMath DNRS - Dynamic Neural Retraining System Emotional Freedom technique Reiki Neurofeedback Biofeedback Manual Lymphatic Drainage & Dry Brushing YouTube Channel Somatic Therapy Visceral Manipulation Frequency/Music Therapy use code BETTERHEALTH for 40% off Color therapy Vagal Nerve Exercises Hypnotherapy Cold therapy- last 2 mins of cold showers, The short wrap, saunas, and cold plunges, walking outside in snow barefoot Visit Monica's Website Create a Fullscript account for free and see Monica's supplement recommendations Music by Aaron Taos Use promo code BETTERHEALTH for 40% off frequency-minded music from Listening to Smile Featuring the Frequency Minded Music of Listening to Smile https://listeningtosmile.com/. Listening to Smile creates a new Frequency Minded Music Monthly in the theme of astrological energy. The Doors of Perception (A444 Hz) - © - 2021 -Listening to Smile - Ian Morris - https://listeningtosmile.com

How do we know when we are grumpy, tired, overheated, or overwhelmed? ... Lisa talks about this 8th sense called Interoception or the "How do we know" sense, which is absolutely critical to enhancing a child's regulatory capacity ... Why? Because what we see in the playroom is actually not behavioral issues, but really the child's inability to stay connected and regulate through the activation of the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS). But what does this have to do with Interoception? ... Regulation and attunement starts with our interoceptive capacity. We can teach children tons of regulation strategies, but if they cannot register the clues that let them know they need to regulate in the first place, what we've done is just handed them tools that they have no clue how or when to use.  And as therapists we need to have this capacity enhanced in us!  Lisa shares ideas for starting to develop the interoceptive capacity in ourselves as therapists and our child clients, in this really important discussion that tells us that our body might actually be the most important toy in the playroom.

In this episode, Dr. Patty and Tom converse about THE topic that comes up in just about every other podcast we do: The Autonomic Nervous System (ANS). While they cover a good amount of information, this is a great surface-level introduction to how interwoven the ANS is to...well...everything! . What we covered in this podcast: 1) What is the ANS? 2)What are some symptoms of autonomic dysfunction? 3) Acute/temporary VS Chronic autonomic flares 4) How to test for ANS dysfunction 5) How to improve ANS function / regulation and 6) New trends and treatment methods in ANS recovery . . To learn more about what Dr. Patty and Tom offer, and how they can benefit you, head over to their website at www.ElevationWellness.CO. . As always, this conversation is not meant to substitute for professional medical advice.

Learn practical ways you can approach raising your awareness and lowering stress using your breath. Join this conversation with founder and performance coach, Danny Yeager. Expect a simple explanation of your body's Autonomic Nervous System (ANS), the three pillars of breath work (from The Art of Breath Seminar), the importance of developing awareness of your "state", your body's first response if a tiger came into your room, practical ways you can understand how your body is engaging with your environment, helpful tactic to address being restless, with Danny leading you through a guided breathing exercise, and the CO2 tolerance test.   If you'd like to grab a copy of my book called to learn more about "active rest", visit corepillars.com

Join us once again, for another discussion on Spinal Anatomy. Today we focus mainly on the differentiation between the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) and Autonomic Nervous System (ANS). Stay motivated and listen with intent but don't be discouraged if some things don't make sense, it will one day. Knowledge is power and health sucks, let's talk about it.

In this episode David provides practical steps on how you can begin to live your desired future today! Understanding the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) is key to becoming consciously aware of your future today. David provides the steps to overcoming the past, and building the life you desire through meditating. You can have the life you desire right now. Listen and apply these simple techniques to achieve the life you desire and deserve!   Check us out at Inspiring Innovation Website

Connor and Julian break down the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS).  They discuss what it means to them, and how the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems jockey for control of our bodies in everyday life situations.  We mention a few drugs of interest, as well as practical strategies and activities for controlling each side of the ANS.   Check out the companion infographic for a more detailed explanation of the ANS!     Any other questions?  Let us know!  We appreciate your feedback. You can now support the podcast at https://www.patreon.com/sfspodcast.  Many thanks to our past and present supporters!  Thanks to Plant Warrior for their support.  Use discount code SFS10 at checkout for 10% off your purchase of plant-based protein.

 In this episode, Dr Nirala Jacobi is in conversation with SIBO and diabetes expert, Dr. Mona Morstein. Dr. Mona Morstein has been a naturopathic physician for 29 years. Her private practice, Arizona Integrative Medical Solutions Clinic, is in Tempe, AZ, USA. Her practice has always had a focus on treating gastrointestinal conditions and she was Gastroenterology professor at Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine for 11 years.  Dr. Morstein has been working seriously with SIBO patients for 5 years and is now considered to be an expert.   She has authored the recently published resource ‘Master your Diabetes', which is the number 1 best selling book on type 2 diabetes on Amazon.  Dr Morstein was a speaker on the First and Second SIBO SOS Summit, and is now on the Medical Advisory Board of Quintron Instrument Company, Inc.  Dr. Morstein's innovative and comprehensive Step by Step treatment of SIBO has earned her patients around the world. She has just created a high quality line of SIBO supplements through Priority One Supplements.   Topics discussed in this episode include How did Dr Morstein get into SIBO and why did she want to specialise in this topic? What is the association between SIBO and Diabetes? Insight into A1C 7 is considered well controlled, although damage to the human body is cited in the science as when the A1C goes over 5.5. What are the four places in the body that cannot produce insulin resistance, and so express the effects of high sugar in the serum? How does this reflect the health of the rest of the body? Diabetic neuropathy to the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS), particularly in the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) and how this relates to hypomotility and SIBO. How do you specialise treatment to diabetes induced nerve tissue damage in the GIT as compared to other SIBO triggers, such as post-infectious SIBO? What to use to treat autonomic diabetic neuropathy in SIBO? Acetyl L-carnitine Lion's mane Alpha Lipoic acid Is diabetic neuropathy reversible? Autoimmune vinculin damage to the migrating motor complex (MMC) in the small intestine. Lion's mane - powerful nerve regeneration capacity Is there a role for it for regenerating nerves in the small intestine in light of Anti-Vinculin, and Anti-cytolethal Distending Toxin B (CdtB) antibodies? The form of Lion's Mane required - it must be water extracted. Dose: 1 capsule bd. Using Lion's mane in conjunction with a prokinetic. Patients with a strong history of post-infectious IBS or SIBO get more attention paid to prokinetics than those who may have adhesions causing the restrictions and outflow problems, rather than nerve based causation. Diet, diabetes, and SIBO - where to start? Low FODMAP Bi-Phasic Diet Specific carbohydrate diet (SCD) Diet Fibre - what fibre, and how to integrate. Why to have diabetic patients avoid grains. The importance of short chain fatty acid (SCFA) butyrate for colonic cell health, and how to navigate this for diabetic patients in light of no grains. Fibre powders. Types of fibres for SIBO patients Quinoa Millet Hydrolysed guar gum Types of fibres for diabetic patients Whole Food fibre from Standard Process - high patient compliance Paleo Fibre from Designs for Health Microbiome restoration in the large intestine Dr Morstein's specific SIBO protocols for diabetic patients - 8 Essentials Diet Exercise Sleep Stress management Healing the gut Addressing the microbiome Environmental detoxification Supplementation Multivitamin Fish Oil Diamend - specialty diabetes product All about the contents of Dr Morstein's specialty diabetes product - Diamend (which contains benfotiamine) What is Benfotiamine? Fat soluble thiamin with positive benefits in neuropathy. How does it interfere with glycosylation? Maximum dose 450mg/day Prevents damage in high glucose areas - protective to those who do not even have neuropathy. Dysglycemia not just in diabetic patients Tips to manage hypoglycemia in patients who do not have diabetes. The role of the adrenals in reactive hypoglycemia How to nourish the adrenals and the liver to rectify reactive hypoglycemia Chromium, zinc, gymnema sylvestre, liver herbs. Glyco-kinetic complex from Integrative Therapeutics Inc Other triggers that can drive reactive hypoglycemia? Products used for SIBO and Diabetes How is berberine beneficial for clients with metabolic syndrome? Turns off protein kinase-C Reduces insulin resistance, promotes energy use, anti-inflammatory, supports the liver and bile function, reduces cholesterol and triglycerides. Present in Diamend A caution for berberine use for those with anxiety - impact on monoamine oxidase (MAO) for people with single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNP) in that area. What role does the microbiome play in the development of diabetes? Could we prevent the development of type 1 diabetes? The type 2 diabetes microbiome and the impacts of inflammation, nutrient absorption, production of tumour necrosis factor (TNF), intestinal endotoxins and insulin resistance. Dr Morstein's products developed for SIBO via Priority One Supplements SIBO MMC - prokinetic SIBOtic SIBOzyme SIBO rebuild - recovery phase of small intestine once SIBO has been eradicated (contains water extracted Lion's Mane) Zanthoxylum (Prickly Ash) Used for dry mouth syndrome Motility agent Dr Morstein's top clinical tips for SIBO and Diabetes treatment   Resources Dr Mona Morstein Arizona Integrative Medical Solutions Clinic Master your Diabetes by Dr Mona Morstein - Amazon.com Contact Dr Mona Morstein Dr Morstein's SIBO and Diabetes supplement line through Priority One Supplements Diamend Diabetic supplement Contains benfodtiamine Products developed for SIBO via Priority One Supplements SIBO MMC - prokinetic SIBOtic SIBOzyme SIBO rebuild - recovery phase of small intestine once SIBO has been eradicated (contains water extracted Lion's Mane) Dr Allison Siebecker - com First and Second SIBO SOS Summit Dr Nirala Jacobi's Bi-Phasic Diet Fibre for diabetic patients Whole Food fibre from Standard Process - high patient compliance Paleo Fibre from Designs for Health Fibre for SIBO patients Hydrolysed guar gum Reactive hypoglycemia liver and adrenal nourishing complex Glyco-kinetic complex from Integrative Therapeutics Inc Walter Crinnion on environmental toxicity

This episode discusses how the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) and high anxiety are interrelated. Understanding your own body and especially your ANS is key to living a relaxed and joyful life. Many of us get caught up in doing, acocmplishing, and busyness and don't realize the cost of this way of living to our health and our inner sense of well-being.  

In this podcast I'll be exploring Stress: I'll explain what stress is and the different types of stress I'll talk about how stress affects the body Finally, I'll give practical tips on how to reduce stress in your life CLICK HERE TO LEARN WHAT ARE THE BEST FOODS TO GET LEAN Stress is defined as placing pressure or tension on an object. What most people don't realise is that there is such a thing as good stress. This is called eustress, e-u-stress, eustress. The difference between eustress and stress (or distress) is determined by our own perception of the stress. For example imagine two people riding a rollercoaster. One person experiences stress and the other experiences eustress. While one person experiences pain, anxiety, and worry the other person experiences, pleasure, joy, and excitement. Same pressure. Same tension, but different experiences different perceptions of that stress. One has distress (or stress). The other has eustress. My point here is that everything that happens to us is not good or bad until we make the choice to make it mean good or bad. So whatever type of stress you are experiencing, keep in the back of your mind that you do have the choice to see this stress as something positive something for you, eustress, or as something negative, distress. There are three main types of stress and many subtypes of these stressors. The three types of stress are: Physical Mental and Emotional Biochemical and Physiological   Examples of the subtypes of these stressors include electromagnetic stress, nutritional stress, and thermal stress. Now these three main types of stress can be broken down into two groups. External stressors such as being out in the sun, getting injured, or being exposed to toxic chemicals. Then there's internal stressors such as having a disease and having an imbalance in your hormones. So an example of a physical stress would be working out at the gym. Having difficult relationships would be an example of a mental and emotional stress. An example of biochemical and physiological stress would be when you come down with the cold or flu and your immune system has to battle the bugs in order to bring the inside of your body back into balance. So those are the three main types of stress. There's physical stress, which is normally associated with external stress. There is mental and emotional stress, which can be either external or internal. Then there's biochemical and physiological stress, which is an internal stressor. Your body is made up of a system of nerves and the nervous system is broken down into different types. The Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) is the system that looks after your body automatically. It digests, it eliminates, it regulates blood flow, hormone production, temperature, etc. You don't have to think about doing any of this stuff yourself. These are run by your ANS. Now as you live life and experience different events the ANS can go down either one of two pathways. One pathway is the Sympathetic Nervous System (SNS). The other pathway is the Parasympathetic Nervous System (PNS). The SNS puts your body into a fight, flight, flee, or freeze state. When activated the SNS releases stress hormones which raise heart rate, blood pressure, and moves the blood from your internal organs to your muscles and limbs. These stress hormones also prevent fat mobilisation and fat metabolism. What does that mean? It means your body stops moving fat out of the fat cells, out of their homes, which means you will not be burning any fat for energy. So much for reducing your waistline hmm. The PNS on the other hand puts you in a rest, digest, calm, and connect state. The PNS deals with growth, fat-burning, and sex hormones that help keep your heart rate and blood pressure in a healthy range and your blood remains close to your internal organs allowing for your digestion,