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Beware of Stress

What is STRESS?

The stress response of the body is somewhat like an airplane readying for take off. Virtually all systems (e.g. heart and blood vessels, the immune system, the lungs, the digestive system, the sensory organs and brain) are modified to meet the perceived danger.

What is the effect of acute stress?

The best way to envision the effect of acute stress is to imagine oneself in a primitive situation, such as being chased by a bear.

The brain response to acute stress

In response to seeing the bear, a part of the brain called the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) system is activated.

The HPA systems trigger the production and release of steroid hormone (glucocorticoid), including the primary stress hormone cortisol. Cortisol is very important in marshaling system throughout the body (including heart, lungs, circulation, metabolism, immune system and skin) to deal quickly with the bear.

The HPA system also release certain neurotransmitters (chemical messengers) called catecholamine, particularly those that known as dopamine, nor epinephrine, and epinephrine (also known as adrenaline).

Catecholamines activate an area inside the brain called amygdale, which apparently triggers an emotional response to a stressful event. (in case of being chased by a bear, this emotion is most likely fear) .

Neurotransmitters then signal hippocampus (a nearby area) to store the emotionally loaded experience in long term memory. In primitive times, this combination of responses would have been essential for survival, when long lasting memories of dangerous stimuli (i.e. the large bear) would be critical for avoiding such threats in the future.

During a stressful event, catecholamine also suppress activity in areas at the front of the brain that concerned with short term memory, concentration, inhibition and rational thought, this sequence of mental events allow person to react quickly to the bear, either to fight or flee from it.

The heart, lungs, and circulation system’s response to acute stress

As the bear come closer, heart rate and blood pressure increase instantaneously.

1. Breathing become rapid and the lungs take in more oxygen
2. Blood flow may actually increase 300% to 400%, priming the muscles, lungs, and brain for added demands.

The immune system’s response to acute stress

The effect on the immune system from confrontation with the bear is similar to marshaling a defensive line of soldiers to potentially critical areas.

Steroid hormones dampen parts of the immune system, so that infection fighters (including white blood cells) or other immune molecules can be redistributed.

These immune-boosting troops are sent to the body’s front lines where injuries or infections are most likely to happen, such as skin, bone marrow and lymph nodes.

The acute responses in mouth and throat

As the bear get closer, fluids are diverted from no essential location, including mouth. This cause dryness and difficulty in talking. In addition, stress can cause spasm of the throat muscles, making difficulties in swallowing.

The skin’s response to acute stress

The stress effect diverts blood flow away from the skin to support heart and muscles. The physical effect is pale, clammy, cold skin, the scalp also tighten so that the hair seems to stand up.

Metabolic response to acute stress

Stress shut down digestive activity, a non essential body function during short term period of physical exertion or crisis.

The relaxation response: Resolution of Acute Stress

Once the threat has passed and the effects has not be harmful (i.e. the bear has only joking and then go away!!!^^), the stress hormones return to normal. This is known as Relaxation Response. In turn, the body systems also back to normal.

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Treat Your Cracked Feet!

Do You Have a Problem with Your Feet? Dry? Pain? Cracked? Or Even Bleeding?
Try these tips to solve your problem!

Treatment for Dry Cracked Feet

The first step for at-home treatment is to wash or soak your feet everyday in lukewarm water and a mild soap. You can add a soothing foot product to help condition your feet if you choose. However, if you’d rather use items from the kitchen, mixing one cup of honey with a gallon of water and soaking ten to fifteen minutes can drastically improve the moisture in the skin. Honey is also a natural antiseptic and is a safe cure for cracked or bleeding skin. Be careful not to use the pumice stone too vigorously on your cracked feet as it may make them worse.


Second, you’ll need to dry your feet well. Pay close attention to the skin in between the toes. If this area is not dried properly it can create a breeding ground for bacteria and fungi and lead to infection. Pat the feet and do not rub harshly or you can cause more damage!

Next, apply a foot cream, lotion or foot ointment. There are many lotions available offering moisturizers such as Vitamin E, shea butter, aloe and more. These are often helpful for dry, but not severely dry skin. Podiatrists and diabetic specialists often recommend a foot cream such as O’Keeffe’s working feet cream. This cream is not greasy, hypoallergenic, has no odor and contains no oil or alcohol. It helps replenish the skin with glycerin and protect the skin with paraffin. These ingredients help to sooth, hydrate and repair the skin tissue of the feet.

Try a Home Remedy

There are also home remedies available which are said to soothe. For instance, mixing baby lotion with spearmint and eucalyptus oil is a known remedy. It is said to create a “super lotion” which sooths, heals and smells fresh. Other natural remedy moisturizers include almond oil, avocado oil, jojoba oil and coconut milk. You can try the moisturizer of your choice to see which works best for you.


The fourth step requires you to put on clean, white cotton socks. The cotton helps to whisk away moisture while the colorless material prevents any dyes from irritating the skin. Many people choose to put their socks on at bedtime and wear them overnight for enhanced moisturizing. When you wake up your feet will feel as if you got a spa pedicure overnight!


Finally, be sure to check your feet everyday. Look for cuts or blisters and treat them promptly. Keeping your feet clean and applying moisturizer is an excellent way to care for your feet. You can also insure foot health by eating a diet rich in Vitamin A, which promotes skin health. Foods such as carrots, sweet potatoes, kale, spinach and pumpkin are all excellent sources.

In addition to the foods you eat, the amount of water you drink is important as well. Drinking six to eight glasses of water every day can help to keep your skin, soft and subtle naturally. The main causes for severe dry skin or xerosis cutis (as it is known medically) is often dehydration, Vitamin A deficiency or diabetes. You do not have to suffer from dry cracked feet or feet fissures! Simply follow the steps above and you’ll be kicking up your heels with happiness.

Source: freebeautytips.org

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