(NC)-If you, like so many others, find it hard to pay attention to a heart healthy lifestyle, here are a few easy to follow tips, courtesy of Becel (www.becel.ca).
. Get a change of scene. Leaving your workstation for a short walk can help you collect your thoughts and refocus on the task at hand.
. Take a humour break. Read one of your favourite jokes or share an amusing story with a coworker.
.Manage your time. Prioritize tasks, and do essential ones first. Make checklists to measure your progress.
. Take a deep breath, allowing your rib cage and belly to expand as you inhale. Exhale slowly. Repeat 10 times.
. Watch your diet.
Excessive consumption of alcohol, caffeine, sugar, fats, and tobacco limits your body's ability to deal with stress.
. Share your feelings. Call a trusted friend or family member when you need to vent.
. Keep your perspective. Create a screen saver of special places or people as a reminder of what's really important. --------------------
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Try these natural products to help you with stress:
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