An All-Natural Formula for Stress Relief
It's a typical morning. The alarm goes off, and you hit the ground running. Between packing lunches and gathering the odds and ends you need to take care of during the day (grocery list, bills to be mailed, driving directions for an afternoon appointment, along with a few overdue library books), your morning cup of coffee goes cold. By the time you get to work and settle into your desk, the office feels like a welcome retreat. But as you assess the ever-growing stack of papers and e-mails awaiting your attention, you suddenly feel like a deer caught in the headlights: extremely nervous, and unsure of where to run.
A recent survey from the American Psychological Association found that nearly one in three American adults feel extreme stress. Work and money were two of the main causes of stress, but other areas of stress include children, intimate relationships, and health problems facing loved ones. But in these busy times, even the smallest things, the things that you should be able to take in stride, can be the things you fixate on. Perhaps work is stressful, but you lay in bed worrying about whether or not the shirt you plan to wear to the big meeting tomorrow is still at the cleaners.
While occasional, well-directed stress can be healthy and productive, stress more often culminates in an inability to focus, anger, headaches, stomach upset, high blood pressure and more. The implications of stress go far beyond that unpleasant "stressed-out" feeling we've all experienced. It is estimated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that 75 percent of all illness is related to stress. This number is astounding, but when you consider high blood pressure, oxidative cell damage, lowered immunity, poor eating habits, smoking, alcohol consumption, and even accidents involving stressed-out, sleep-deprived people, it is a wonder that the number is not even higher.
A Plan for De-stress Success
Clearly, stress is not something to be taken lightly. So what can you do to de-stress your life? The American Psychological Association suggests that individuals start by trying to gain an understanding of the unique ways they experience stress. Begin by identifying your sources of stress, and learning your own stress signals (headache, inability to focus, muscle tension, irritability, etc.). Next identify how you deal with stress, and if you are making unhealthy choices because of stress.
Once you understand the root of the stress and the problematic behaviors that arise from it, you can better plan how to manage your stress in healthy ways. Start by considering how you can simplify your life. You'll also want to make some time to take better care of yourself; plan some healthy meals that you look forward to preparing; make time for a yoga class or an evening stroll in the neighborhood, or even just a hot cup of herbal tea before bed each night.
You might also get some help from a natural anti-stress supplement. One quality formula that offers a well-rounded and effective approach to stress is Relax-All™ from Metabolic Response Modifiers (MRM).
Natural Support for Stress
Relax-All utilizes a proprietary blend of herbs and amino acids called MyoCalm™. It is made up of five key ingredients that work synergistically to help you manage stress in a healthy way.
The first ingredient is wild jujube seed, which has been used in Chinese medicine for centuries. Recent research conducted at Johannes Gutenberg University in Germany shows very promising results for the therapeutic potential of jujube in cardiovascular disease.
The second ingredient is phenibut, also known as beta-phenyl-gamma-amino butyric acid. It is a derivative of the neurotransmitter gamma-amino butyric acid (GABA) which is naturally produced in the brain and found in many foods at low levels. It has been clinically proven to be supportive for anti-anxiety, muscle relaxation and a mild feeling of tranquility. In a 2007 study, researchers found that phenibut has a positive influence on the behavior and respiration patterns of rabbits in emotionally stressful situations. Another recent study found that phenibut can enhance learning ability, along with the ability to focus and retain information. While many anti-stress "chill pills" are nothing more than glorified sedatives, phenibut promotes feelings of relaxation, while actually heightening brain function. And when you are calm and focused, you can accomplish so much more, helping to decrease stress arising from your workload.
The third ingredient is magnolia bark, which contains two important chemical components: honokiol and magnolol. Both components help to promote feelings of calmness, without a sedative effect, which is important for dealing with stress on a daily basis. Recent studies have also found that orally administered honokiol will combat the effects of oxidative stress in the brain, which is important for dealing with the long-term effects of stress.
The fourth ingredient is SunTheanine™, a patented form of the amino acid L-theanine. This powerful relaxant has been shown to help reduce both mental and physical stress. Additionally, a study published in 2003 showed that L-theanine can help with overall wellness by enhancing immune system response.
The fifth and final ingredient in the MyoCalm blend is valerian root, which has traditionally been used to relieve stress, anxiety and nervousness. A study conducted at the University of California, San Francisco, also found promising evidence that valerian root is safe and effective for inducing sleep and improving the quality of sleep, without risk of side effects.
While each ingredient in the formula offers its own unique stress-relieving properties, the sum of the MyoCalm blend is greater than the parts. For example, both L-theanine and valerian root have been shown to promote the production of GABA in the brain. GABA promotes production of dopamine and serotonin, two neurotransmitters that enhance relaxation, and will complement the effects of the phenibut in the formula.
In addition to the powerful MyoCalm blend, MRM has rounded out the Relax-All formula with calcium and magnesium. While these key minerals are best known for their role in building healthy bones, they also have calming properties and can also help to relax muscles and promote better sleep.
Magnesium is an important mineral for heart health, as it works to maintain the electrical impulses controlling the heart's rhythm. A 2000 study published in the journal Circulation found that patients given a magnesium supplement were able to maintain a more regular heartbeat during a stress test where they were asked to describe memories of frustrating events while interviewers asked them irritating questions.
Calcium is a key mineral in muscle function, and proper calcium intake can help deter muscle tightness that so often accompanies stress. Calcium also promotes restful sleep, which is why a warm glass of milk has been a favored bedtime ritual for so many years.
Are You Ready to Relax?
If you are ready to get a handle on the stress in your life, Relax-All is an excellent way to start your transition. While it is important to make some changes that address the root of your stress, Relax-All can help you to start feeling cool, calm and collected as you begin to make those changes. Relax-All can also help you remain balanced and well rested during those inevitable stress flare-ups, and it can help to protect your health against the effects of stress in the long run. The suggested dose is just one capsule, four times daily, for optimal results. Once you experience the results for yourself, this is one expertly crafted stress formula that you will always want to have on hand.
—Jodey Brown
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MRM is one of the top nutrition companies today, recognized for combining value and quality.
Relax-All is available at health food stores and natural product supermarkets. For more information or to find a store near you, call MRM at 800-948-6296 or visit their website at www.mrm-usa.com.
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