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Posted on Thu, 12 Dec 2024
Question: I am 25 yrs old Male. I work 10-12 hours daily sitting on chair. I don't do much physical activity. My weight is 93 kg. My height is 5'11. If any stressful situation happens in my life now I am not able to take it. I feel very nervous. Not able to handle stress. Is it part of my personality or some kind of illness because earlier this was not the issue.i was very confident and determined. Please advise.
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Answered by Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar (2 days later)
Brief Answer:
It could be due to stress

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

I read your query and understand your concerns.

From the available description it is clear that there is complete mismatch between the required activity and current activity. At the initial level I feel stress management should be enough for you. Although much can be done to manage stress I am delineating few things as a point of start.

1. Diet: Ensure intake of adequate quantity of fiber. 2 servings of vegetable salad and 2 servings of fruits( One preferable citrus fruit). proper diet does miracles and rejuvenates. Orange is good source of anti-oxidants. Avoid junk food and fast food especially pizza, burgers and excessive sweets

2. Ensure adequate water intake: Follow rule of 1 which i usually advise. 1 glass of water 1 hour before and 1 glass of water 1 hour after every meals will ensure adequate consumption of water . Recommended intake of water is 2 to 3 liter a day. Insufficient intake of water could be a contributing factor in causation of symptoms.

3. Early morning Exercise: Brisk walking for 30 minutes at a stretch preferably in garden will be very helpful. Walking is the best exercise, it also promotes release of Endorphins( naturally occuring pain killers released in brain) which causes mood elevation and generalized feeling of well being. Make it a daily habit and incorporate in your lifestyle. Believe me it makes wonders.

4. Avoid tea/coffee/ nicotine and alcoholic beverages: If at all you want to drink something, drink fresh lime water. It is very much refreshing.

5. Start your day with a glass of Lemon water with 2 spoons of honey added. have a good breakfast.
Include glass of milk and boiled egg in your breakfast.

6. Don't take work so seriously: We all have the feeling to excel in our respective fields and don't spend adequate time with our own self trying to understand our own needs.
The work pressure is high: Call it a day, take a short leave and hit out to picnic spot which you always wanted to go
Spend time with your family and friends.

7. While working take frequent regular breaks: Taking regular breaks will not waste the time, but it will definitely increase the productivity, concentration and reasoning. Take break for 5 minutes every 30 minutes.
Close your eyes and rotate the eye balls for couple of minutes

8. Avoid late night socialisation

9. Avoid starring for longer time at the computer screen or TV for longer time

10. Steam inhalation before going to sleep will be very refreshing.

11. Multivitamin and Calcium supplement.

12. Meditation and yoga
Wishing you a very happy and healthy life.
"Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help".
Thanks

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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How To Handle Stress?

Brief Answer: It could be due to stress Detailed Answer: Hello, I read your query and understand your concerns. From the available description it is clear that there is complete mismatch between the required activity and current activity. At the initial level I feel stress management should be enough for you. Although much can be done to manage stress I am delineating few things as a point of start. 1. Diet: Ensure intake of adequate quantity of fiber. 2 servings of vegetable salad and 2 servings of fruits( One preferable citrus fruit). proper diet does miracles and rejuvenates. Orange is good source of anti-oxidants. Avoid junk food and fast food especially pizza, burgers and excessive sweets 2. Ensure adequate water intake: Follow rule of 1 which i usually advise. 1 glass of water 1 hour before and 1 glass of water 1 hour after every meals will ensure adequate consumption of water . Recommended intake of water is 2 to 3 liter a day. Insufficient intake of water could be a contributing factor in causation of symptoms. 3. Early morning Exercise: Brisk walking for 30 minutes at a stretch preferably in garden will be very helpful. Walking is the best exercise, it also promotes release of Endorphins( naturally occuring pain killers released in brain) which causes mood elevation and generalized feeling of well being. Make it a daily habit and incorporate in your lifestyle. Believe me it makes wonders. 4. Avoid tea/coffee/ nicotine and alcoholic beverages: If at all you want to drink something, drink fresh lime water. It is very much refreshing. 5. Start your day with a glass of Lemon water with 2 spoons of honey added. have a good breakfast. Include glass of milk and boiled egg in your breakfast. 6. Don't take work so seriously: We all have the feeling to excel in our respective fields and don't spend adequate time with our own self trying to understand our own needs. The work pressure is high: Call it a day, take a short leave and hit out to picnic spot which you always wanted to go Spend time with your family and friends. 7. While working take frequent regular breaks: Taking regular breaks will not waste the time, but it will definitely increase the productivity, concentration and reasoning. Take break for 5 minutes every 30 minutes. Close your eyes and rotate the eye balls for couple of minutes 8. Avoid late night socialisation 9. Avoid starring for longer time at the computer screen or TV for longer time 10. Steam inhalation before going to sleep will be very refreshing. 11. Multivitamin and Calcium supplement. 12. Meditation and yoga Wishing you a very happy and healthy life. "Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help". Thanks