Your Health and a Down Economy
A down turn, the economy affects everything that we do regarding our finances – even decisions regarding health. Down turns in the economy can cause us to experience both the physical and emotional manifestations of stress.
That being said, there are businesses that are more resistant to economic down turns than others.
The bar in the complex where my San Diego Chiropractic Center is located seems to be handling the current economic stress with ease. The struggling economy may have even made them busier!
My office has maintained itself during this economic down turn because during times of stress my patients tend to place a higher value on their health. I find it peculiar that during stressful times that some people will spend their hard earned money on unhealthy items such as alcohol and cigaretts while others spend their money on improving their health with chiropractic care, acupuncture, massage, yoga and gym memberships.
When the economy goes south and we can’t treat ourselves (financially) to the things that normally make us feel satisfied, many of us re-focus on our health or other types of self improvement.
Stress has many negative physiological effects on our bodies so it is imparative that during stressful periods that we take better care of ourselves. Cortisol is the “stress hormone” that is released when we are stressed. The release of cortisol not only stresses our adrenal glands but it also tends to make us gain weight which causes more health and happiness issues. Yes, stress can even make you fat! Stress also magnifies old injuries by creating muscle spasm that can aggravate or cause neck pain, back pain and headaches.
Our bodies like balance. Balance helps our bodies negate the effects of stress. Pro-active steps towards maintaining health can help us attain balance which helps control the physical and emotional expressions of stress.
Yours in good health,
Dr. Steve Jones
(619) 280-0554