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📌 Episode Summary:
Welcome to the Healthy California Podcast, where we explore practical, holistic approaches to well-being. I'm your host, Linda Brown, and my goal is to educate and empower you to make better daily choices for a healthier life—because you, your family, your neighbors, and your entire community deserve to live well.
In today’s episode, we dive into a topic that affects nearly everyone: stress.
We’ll explore:
- What stress really is
- Why it’s not always the enemy
- How it impacts your body—from digestion to hormones to reproduction
- The difference between helpful and harmful stress
- And most importantly, what you can do about it
Whether you're juggling too many responsibilities, struggling with sleep, digestion, or simply feeling overwhelmed, this episode will help you understand the physiological effects of stress and how to bring your body back into a “rest and digest” state.
🔑 Key Takeaways:
- Stress is not just emotional—it's a biological response that can either help you grow or break you down, depending on duration and intensity.
- Chronic stress impacts every system in your body, from your gut and immune system to your reproductive health and mental well-being.
- Recognizing perceived stress (especially from past trauma) is just as important as identifying physical stress.
- Practical strategies for managing stress include breathing techniques, adaptogenic herbs (with professional guidance), exercise, nutrition, counseling, journaling, and even something as simple as taking a bubble bath.
- Delegating, eliminating, and prioritizing are key tools in reclaiming your time and reducing daily overwhelm.
📝 Homework Assignment:
- Look at your calendar and identify what you can delegate or eliminate.
- Reclaim some of your time.
- Take at least one step to reduce stress this week—whether it’s a walk, a relaxing bath, or turning off your phone for an hour.
📚 Resources Mentioned:
- Breathing technique: 4x4 Box Breathing
- Adaptogens: Ashwagandha, Passionflower (seek personalized guidance)
- Functional testing for adrenal health
- Blue Zones and community well-being
- Nutritional recommendations: omega-3s, B vitamins, colorful fruits/vegetables
📞 Connect With Linda:
Have questions or need personalized help managing your stress?
🗓️ Schedule a free 15-minute consultation — details in the show notes below.
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Thank you for listening to Healthy California.
If you have tried all my suggestions and are still having trouble with your health, and would like an appointment with me, please email me, text, or call me via the contact information below.
My contact:
Linda Brown, MPT, Doctoral Candidate Functional Nutrition
916-426-2543
linda@heal-throughfood.com
www.heal-throughfood.com
