Taking care of yourself physically can improve your mental health. Be sure to eat nutritious meals, avoid cigarettes, drink plenty of water, exercise and get enough sleep.
Deal with stress-Stress is a part of life. Practice good coping skills and try to manage stress. Experts suggest including yoga, meditation and exercise in daily routine. Research shows that laughter can boost your immune system, ease pain, relax your body and reduce stress.
Exercising everyday-Physical activity can have a positive impact on our mood. Even as little as a brisk 10-minute walk can increase our positive mood. Exercise releases certain hormones which are stress busters and relaxes our body and mind to a great extent.
Bask in Sun-Research has proved that sunlight helps promote the production of vitamin D which increases your level of serotonin (which helps regulate your mood) in the brain. Plus, time in nature is a proven stress reducer. It is advisable to daily sit in a good sunlight for atleast 10-15 mins for a good mental health.
Avoid alcohol and other drugs-Experts recommend alcohol use to a minimum and avoid other drugs. Sometimes people use alcohol and other drugs to “self-medicate” but in reality, alcohol and other drugs only aggravate problems. They are addictive and can only complicate stress levels.
Dizziness
Dizziness isn’t a disease, but rather a symptom of various disorders.
Dizziness is the feeling of being lightheaded, woozy, or unbalanced. It affects the sensory organs, specifically the eyes and ears, so it can sometimes cause fainting.
Causes of Dizziness
Common causes of dizziness include a migraine, medications, alcohol and problem in the inner ear.
Some other possible causes of dizziness include:
Sudden drop in blood pressure
Heart muscle disease
Decrease in blood volume
Anxiety disorders
Low iron
Low blood sugar
Ear infection
Dehydration
Heat stroke
Excessive exercise
Motion sickness
How to identify Dizziness
People experiencing dizziness may feel various sensations, including:
light-headedness or feeling faint
a false sense of spinning
unsteadiness
loss of balance
feeling of floating or swimming
Sometimes, dizziness is accompanied by nausea, vomiting, or fainting. Seek emergency medical help if you have these symptoms for extended periods.
What to do when you feel Dizziness.
Follow these tips if you have recurrent bouts of dizziness:
Sit or lie down immediately when you feel dizzy and rest until the dizziness goes away.
Use a cane or walker for stability, if necessary.
Always use handrails when walking up or down the stairs.
Do activities that improve balance, such as yoga and Tai Chi.
Avoid moving or switching positions suddenly.
Avoid driving a car or operating heavy machinery if you frequently experience dizziness without warning.
Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and tobacco. Using these substances may trigger dizziness or make it worse.
Drink at least eight glass of water a day, get seven hours or more of sleep, and avoid stressful situations.
Eat a healthful diet that consists of vegetables, fruits, and lean proteins to help prevent dizziness.
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