Why STRESS can keep YOU young

It’s easy to feel burnt out – but a healthy amount of ‘hectic’ can help boost longevity

We’re often told to slow down, relax more and do less to take care of ourselves. After all, stress is bad news. It’s been dubbed the ‘health epidemic of the 21st century’ by the World Health Organization, many people admitting to feeling frazzled at least once a week. The knock-on effect? Sleep problems, a weak immune system, depression and anxiety, IBS and high blood pressure can all be linked to chronic or long-term stress. So, juggling plates gets a bad rep. But recently, research argues that it’s not entirely a negative thing to be overstretched – if kept in check, ‘good stress’ could actually be the key to a longer life and a youthful spring in your step. Here’s how to harness stress to your advantage. Positive pressure When we…

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Woman & Home South Africa (Digital) - 1 Issue, March 2025

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