Stress and Depression
Stress affects our oral health
There is no doubt that stress causes us more headaches, exhaustion and lack of concentration. But, if all these symptoms were not enough in the life of a stressed person, there are more negative consequences of stress on health. And they have to do with oral health.
So, the health of our mouth, teeth and gums not stress breaks loose. Learn how stress affects oral health to be able to take proper precautions.
Sores and ulcers in the mouth. Canker sores are small white sores inside the mouth out. While away in a week, can be very annoying. Usually arise because of a virus or bacteria. Stress lowers our defenses, thereby increasing the chances of getting sores or ulcers in the mouth. Read the rest of this entry »
Processed food consumption increases risk of depression
Eat a diet with high levels of processed foods increases the risk of depression, says a survey in the UK.
The study also confirms that people who eat lots of vegetables, fruit and fish are less likely to develop symptoms of the disease.
The study, conducted by scientists at the University of London, analyzed data from nearly 3,500 public employees with an average age of 55. Each participant completed a questionnaire about their eating habits and self-analysis about their risk of depression, and these data were compared with five years after the depression levels of participants. Read the rest of this entry »
Why depression occurs during pregnancy?
They can be many factors that cause depression in pregnancy. Then explain each of them:
• Pregnancy hormones
The hormones of pregnancy can be a cause, as the major hormonal changes experienced at this stage can directly affect levels of neurotransmitters, brain chemicals that regulate our moods.
Furthermore, hormonal changes also can make you feel more anxious than usual and as the depression should be treated equally during pregnancy.
• Personal or family history of depression
If you’ve suffered from depression or depression affecting someone in your family is more likely to suffer from depression during pregnancy.
• Relationship problems
This is a major cause of depression during pregnancy. If you do not get along with your partner and you notice that your relationship is troubled, you can not even speak out with him we recommend that you seek support now. Read the rest of this entry »
Pregnancy can cause depression?
For many women, pregnancy can be a wonderful time while for others it may mean a period of anxiety and depression difficult to bear. According to recent research 10% of pregnant women suffer from depression, especially between weeks 6 and 10 of pregnancy and during the third quarter, when the body prepares for labor and birth. Read the rest of this entry »
The obesity is associated with depression and anxiety
An obesity-related research with certain disorders such as depression or anxiety. What is unclear is the significance of this association, is whether obesity can cause these disorders, or are these that could favor obesity.
A U.S. health care system, Group Health Cooperative has conducted a study of more than 9,000 adults, with an average age of 45. Among other things, information was obtained about their body mass index, suffering from different types of depression or anxiety and dependence on substances such as alcohol or drugs. Read the rest of this entry »