Breaking down stress, a four-part series, explores the science of stress and offers practical ways to beat back stress through diet, mindfulness and exercise.
Breaking down stress: Student volunteers on track to set free backrub record this semester
Stressbuster volunteers provide free backrubs to WUSTL students, faculty and staff. Experts say even a five-minute backrub can ease muscle pain and slow the heart rate.
Breaking down stress: 10 foods that help bust stress
Nuts, avocados, even chocolate (in moderation) can help alleviate symptoms of stress. Connie Diekman, director of university nutrition, offers tips on what foods to eat — and which to avoid — to keep calm during this hectic time of year.
Breaking down stress: Mindfulness, breathing and yoga can beat back stress’ side effects
Slowly take five very deep breaths. WUSTL experts offer this and other stress-survival tips. Plus, check out an eight-minute stress-busting yoga video from South 40 Fitness Center instructor Lynda Anderson.
Breaking down stress: Seven ways stress impacts our bodies
WUSTL physicians say stress management can help those suffering from diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome, insomnia and other conditions. Plus, how much do you know about stress? Take our “stress test” and find out.