The Benefits of Gratitude - What's in it for YOU!
Health Made Easy with Dr. Jason Jones
Release Date: 12/11/2018
Soothing the Senses: The Vital Connection Between Sleep and Chronic Pain Relief
Health Made Easy with Dr. Jason Jones
If you have ever experienced chronic pain you know firsthand how difficult it can be to get a good night’s sleep. Sleep and pain appear to have a bidirectional relationship. For instance, many people say that their painful symptoms tend to be alleviated after a better night’s sleep. Therefore, if you are living with chronic pain, prioritizing sleep may significantly help in recovery. What is Pain? Pain is an unpleasant sensation that we experience when nerve receptors send a signal to the brain telling us something is wrong. Pain can be acute or chronic. Acute pain refers to pain that...
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Cracking the Cold: Understanding Joint Pain in Chilly Weather and How to Find Relief
Health Made Easy with Dr. Jason Jones
Do your achy joints become more painful in cold weather? Well, you are not alone. Many people complain that during cold weather, especially during late fall and winter, they experience joint pain, especially in the hips, knees, and ankles. The question that arises then, is what is the cause of joint pain in the cold? To answer your questions, we have explored the scientific reasons for this kind of pain and given you applicable tips to help manage joint pain during colder months. Have a look! Why Joint Pain Occurs Due To Cold Weather Scientific evidence shows that joint pain feels worse in...
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Understanding Sciatica: Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Management Strategies
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Sciatica refers to the nerve pain resulting from an injury or irritation to your sciatic nerve. Sciatica is not a condition, but rather a symptom of another problem involving the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is the longest and widest nerve in the human body. It runs from the lower back, through the buttocks, and down the legs, ending just below the knee. The sciatic nerve controls several muscles in the lower legs and supplies sensation to the skin of the foot and the majority of the lower leg. Causes of Sciatica Sciatic nerve pain is often a result of a herniated disk in the...
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Unlocking the Connection: How Stress Manifests Physically and What It Means for Your Health
Health Made Easy with Dr. Jason Jones
We all have experienced stress at one point in our lives. But, not everyone experiences it in the same way. Stress indeed takes a toll on our minds, but did you know that sometimes physical symptoms are your body’s way of telling you that your brain is under too much stress? Stress and chronic pain have a complex relationship. At times, physical symptoms are not caused by any illness. Stress could be the underlying problem that needs to be addressed. Prolonged or unmanaged stress can wreak havoc on your body, resulting in body pains, aches, and other symptoms. Understanding how...
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Unlocking Relief: Navigating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Care
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Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition that affects one of the primary nerves in the wrist area. The carpal tunnel is a narrow passageway surrounded by bones and ligaments on the palm side of the hand. The leading cause of carpal tunnel syndrome is extra pressure on the median nerve at the wrist inside the tunnel. The extra pressure can come from swelling or inflammation of the contents inside the tunnel. Carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms include wrist pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness. To better understand carpal tunnel syndrome and how to ease it, it’s essential to start by...
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Conquering Migraines: Expert Guidance on Navigating Through Migraine Management
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Most of us think of migraine as a bad headache. But the truth is it is more than just a bad headache. A migraine is a severe headache that can cause debilitating, throbbing, one-sided head pain that can leave you in bed for days. The headache phase of a migraine usually lasts at least four hours, but it can also last for days. Triggers like loud noises, bright lights, strong odors, and physical activities can worsen this headache, causing symptoms like vision changes, fatigue, irritability, and nausea. People who have suffered from migraine say that it is disruptive and can interfere with...
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Sedentary Hazards: Understanding the Dangers of Prolonged Sitting
Health Made Easy with Dr. Jason Jones
Living a sedentary lifestyle has become a norm for most of us. The truth is we spend most of our days sitting. Whether in an office, working from home, commuting or just relaxing on the couch scrolling through social media, most of us are barely up and moving like we should be. But one thing we need to know is that the sedentary lifestyle we have adopted has dire health consequences. Prolonged sitting can lead to adverse outcomes. Have a look at some of the hidden dangers of sitting too long; Loss of strength and flexibility When you sit for too long, your muscles and joints remain...
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Posture Matters: Unveiling the Hidden Impact on Your Health
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Is the phrase “Stand up straight” familiar to you? Whether we realize it or not, we sometimes feel guilty about poor posture. Many of us slouch more than we should following fatigue after a long day, poorly designed workspaces, a challenging workout at the gym, or just a bad night of sleep. Anytime you are not standing or sitting straight and engaging your muscles, when your shoulders are rounded, or you are not holding your neck high, you are portraying signs of bad posture. But do you realize that there are several adverse effects that poor posture can have on your body? Here is an...
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The Truth About Protein: Separating Facts from Fiction
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There have been a lot of controversial knowledge versions from different researchers on protein. The layman is often left at the crossroads on whether protein is harmful to our health, how much of it is adequate for a day, or whether to abandon animal protein and depend on plant proteins. While the body can manufacture some of the 21 amino acids, the essential category must come from the food we eat. Some researchers have demonized protein citing the following...
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3 Steps to Stop Emotional Eating - Leti Algeri
Health Made Easy with Dr. Jason Jones
Lety Algeri is a certified Holistic Health Coach and the founder of The Craving Crusher Method. She helps women break free from Emotional Eating, and empowers them to create healthy relationships with food using her unique Food Therapy Techniques. What makes Lety unique are her simple yet effective strategies and her compassionate yet direct approach to coaching women for lifelong change. Her magnetic personality inspires her clients and followers to become better versions of themselves, making her message so powerful and effective. Links: FB: LetyAlgeri1 IG:...
info_outlineThe Benefits of Gratitude
Every person faces a period in their life when they begin to feel sorry for themselves. While it is not possible to avoid this feeling, we are often advised to exchange self-pity for gratitude. There are different ways to show gratitude and regardless of what you choose to do to give thanks, gratitude can really transform your life.
There are actual scientific evidences that illustrate the benefits of gratitude.
It opens the door to more relationships
Saying thank you is not only an indication of etiquette but also a way to win more friends. A study published in 2014 by Emotion stated that people who frequently than a new acquaintance makes them more willing to seek an ongoing relationship. Thanking a stranger or a colleague who helps you out can create a lot of new opportunities.
It improves physical health
The more grateful a person is, the lesser physical pains and aches they face. Gratuitous people feel healthier than other people and they are more likely to be conscious of their health. As a matter of fact, people who are thankful tend to exercise more often and go for regular check-ups in order to increase their longevity.
It improves psychological health
You can dilute a multitude of toxic emotions by being grateful. Be it anger, frustration or regret. All these emotions fade away by exercising a little more gratitude. Increase your happiness and reduce depression by having gratitude.
It enhances empathy and reduces aggression
People with gratitude have a kind demeanor even among those who don’t. They hardly retaliate against others even after negative words are said. They are more sensitive and easily empathize with others. They have a decreased desire to seek out revenge hence they are not aggressive at all.
It improves sleep quality
The Applied Psychology: Health and Well-Being journal published an article which stated that people can improve their sleep by writing in a gratitude journal. Simply taking a few minutes before bedtime to jot down sentiments can make your sleep better and longer.
It improves self-esteem
According to the Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, gratitude increases a person’s self-esteem. A study was carried out on the effects of gratitude on athletes in 2014 and the results published showed that such athletes were more confident and performed better. Gratitude reduces social comparisons such that you no longer feel resentful towards other people who seem better off than you do. Having these kind of feelings is what causes low self-esteem in the first place.
It increases mental strength
If you want to overcome mental trauma, then gratitude is your best bet. It may seem contradictory to be grateful about something that hurt you. Nevertheless, this is exactly what you need. Being thankful even in the worst circumstances fosters resilience. And you are less likely to suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder.
Gratefulness is such a simple habit yet people find it difficult to exercise. Letting pride, hurt, anger and bitterness get in the way of our thankfulness always ends up bringing us more hurt. Simply choose to be more grateful today and see the transformation it will have I your life.