Signs of too much stress: 1. Bad effects on the brain 2. You’re not a morning person 3. Poor sleep 4. High blood sugars 5. More belly fat 6. Heavy legs going up an incline 7. Inflammation 8. Loss of electrolytes 9. Salt cravings 10. Susceptibility to infections 11. Autoimmune diseases 12. Acne 13. Asthma 14. Allergies 15. Sinus problems 16. Sleep apnea 17. Osteoporosis 18. Acid reflux 19. Gastritis 20. Gallstones What to do if you have too much stress: 1. Shift your attention 2. Be around supportive people 3. Take vitamin B1(nutritional yeast) 4. Consume high-potassium foods 5. Exercise or do physical work 6. Stop watching the news 7. Get on a low-carb diet Thank you Dr Berg!! 🐱👍🏿
Watching news and debating against liberals on Facebook triggers release of my happy hormones. I'm a political junkie and politics is my stress reliever. To each his own.😁
@@maretvilla1531 Really? i'm triggered everytime i see someone thinking they know everything about economy just because they aren't socialist/marxist/communist lmao. Very impressive ability you have there, wonder how you're doing it.
You shouldn't do this. It's like telling others not to watch his video. What benefit will he gain , if people instead of watching the video just read a random comment.
The number 1 stress reliever is turning off the TV and stay off social media platforms! When I quit using FB, I noticed my focus increased and my anxiety diminished!
My husband and I were married 7 years to the day...I was pregnant with our fifth baby when he died at the age of 35....Stress...hmmm.....by the grace of God I will be 72 this summer with 11 grandchildren A book waiting to be written
#22 When you wake up in the morning and your entire body feels like it's vibrating. Prayers to the Lord before your feet hit the floor each day helps tremendously
I was in fight or flight mode all last year... it was like having PTSD attacks 3-4 times a week. I now have severe health problems Breast cancer, bleeding ulcer, diverticulitis, and my hiatal hernia (paraesophageal hernia) is so intense I need surgery to also pull my stomach down. I can hardly breathe just walking to the kitchen. I'm a mess... I've had bad insomnia for 2 years. When I had severe stress about 32 years ago, I got Graves disease (undiagnosed for many years) Stress is a Killer. I don't know if I have enough energy to deal with all this (plus spondylosis). I'm 64, and tired. I never had drug or alcohol addictions. Advice to anyone reading this... run away from anyone making you live in fear, domestic violence or under dysfunctional living conditions... when you realize a loved one is a Narcissist... don't give them an inch. Get them out of your life, and only help them from far away if you feel obligated... Not kidding. 🥺
I wish you the best in your recovery, but it might open a flood gate in other ways. One of the things about narcissistic abuse is that more often than not you are only aware of the abuse that they want you to be aware of; you are trained to disassociate when they don't want you to be aware of the abuse. Once you recognize the parallels between what an individual and an entire system can do, and that you cannot run, well, you cannot untake that red pill.
I just love you, I'm an RN and been a nurse for 17 years and now working in specialty area, I love my job the best I've had since I ve been a Nurse but working in this field can't get away from the Stress😬, I have tried and still doing everything you mentioned! Then you have stress from your children, sometimes I wish I could go on an island and just be alone😞
I'm not trying to be intrusive here, I just wondered what kinds of stress you have from your children & their ages- i too have children- as they grow up - stress becomes different- maybe ideas-
Laughter is beneficial for the body because it helps it secrete serotonin, which plays an important role in regulating human mood, which is also called the "happiness hormone". But if you are unable to laugh, it is enough to close your eyes, rest and smile to release the hormone of happiness. It is also possible that a cup of tea can give you a feeling of satisfaction.
You are the best Dr. Berg . I have never commented on your videos but I have to comment on this one because cutting toxic people out of your life is Central not only for reducing stress but just to stay alive. Thank you so much.
@@nicsmcl586 I know what know you mean, I’m taking care of my hubby who has multiple Heath problems, and I is wearing me down. It’s 24/7 .It’s really, really hard. Bless you for toughing it out.
I can relate. It’s so stressful to take care of elderly people especially those who are home bound even if they are your parents or relatives. They have their own stress too.
I have c-ptsd from long term historical abuse, I ticked nearly all the symptoms listed however I follow Dr Berg religiously with the fasting and it's paying off, this info is what I need to finish the job! Many thanks Doctor 🙏
I have similar condition (ptsd) and know how hard ptsd can be. I found the book "The body keeps the score" quite helpful. Please check out some videos on it or its reviews and see if you might find it of use
I can relate, @Pauli Walnuts. Mental health issues are not recognized or accepted in my culture, yet here I am dealing with mental health issues! My body broke down in the ways described in this video. My doctor took me off work when I started passing out in the street. Everything in my life fell apart and then the pandemic started. My stress levels increased, obviously. I am seeing this video right on time. I am thankful to see that what my body is doing to me is not all in my head. This video encourages me that I can tend to the depletion of my adrenal glands. I feel that I can have a life again once I heal my body. Thank you, Dr. Berg!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Wow explains alot! 32 years old and feel 80! Have alot of health issues im battling. Have TBI and PTSD from severe abuse and alot of other truma in my life.. one trauma after another..also was told I was lucky to be alive. Doctor told me I was in the stages of death the day I got away from my abuser. I was 19 when they told me I had fibromyalgia and doc said I got it young because of the trauma I went through..that it onset it early..its been doctor after doctor. Started when I was 18-19. Now 32 and starting to get answers. Also had brain surgery few years ago for chiari malformation. Had carpal tunnel surgery this past november on my wrist and elbow. And other surgeries as well…Have tendinitis as well and arthritis and osteopenia. Mild scoliosis too. Thyroid enlarged, difficulty swallowing, sever pain all the time..symptom list goes on and on as well.. wont get into all..And now I was just told that I for sure have autoimmune disorder possibly lupus but im getting sent to a specialist to find out exactly and to have more test done etc. gosh the list goes on and on…I feel like a lab rat. Just had to start giving myself B12 injections as well. But basically all this got bad once I got out of the abuse when I was younger. It was like as time went on I felt myself getting sicker and sicker and I couldnt get doctors to listen to me. They said stuff like “oh your too young to feel that way” ummm…no crap!!! Thats why im trying to seek help! I just wish I could get a break from everything..My life has always been so much stress! My biggest downfall is that im too nice and let people take advantage of it. Doing better latley but theres just so much stuff that gets thrown at me and most the time Its out of my control wich doesnt help lol anyways…just trying to stay positive through it all. Not always easy but just taking day by day! And I am glad I came across this video..very helpful! Sorry for the rant..lol it was just very eye opening! I knew stress played a big factor in our health but I didnt know it did this much! 😮
Work used to be my refuge from stress at home. Since the pandemic, I work from home, and now......the stress is with me 24/7. It makes a lot of sense of what you said. I'm definitely going to try fasting.
@@usewisdom2 By fasting, one's brain can think more clearly about what is to be done about one's problems. It also provides one with a sense of accomplishment to be able to take control of, and better one's own health. Then other challenges seem more attainable, and the things not under ones control, becomes more bearable.
Adrenals -- I see videos for adrenal diet, importance of vitamin B5, acupressure technique, adrenal fatigue. It would be great to have a video specific to supporting adrenal health prior to menopause.
I am 57 and have 7 symptoms. Not many problems in my life, just feel bore sometimes. Maybe boring is a kind of stress also. I need more activities. Thanks doctor for such a good explanation.
Dr. Berg, after hearing you talk about the haters in this video... I just wanted to say, the information you are providing for free in invaluable. It has taught me so much! I have lived with fairly severe anxiety almost my entire life (now 40). It has made me miss out of a large part of my life. I started changing my lifestyle when presented with anti-anxiety/anti-depressant drugs from my doctor. I have since started exercising daily and eating more healthy foods (eliminating as much carbs as possible - except for those from whole foods... no more BREAD). Today I am literally anxiety free, it's unbelievable. I never thought I would ever see a day where I could live without constant anxiety. I came across your channel while researching this lifestyle. The information you provide is helping me grow even further. I can't thank you enough, God Bless you!
Not only do I have high respect for you Dr Berg for sharing all your in depth insights about medical problems and their solutions, but also for sharing your own medical problems and their consequences over the years of your life without hiding or bending any truths. Also what a nice simple human being you are! I feel lucky to have found your channel to be a part of your fan club. Lucky your wife!
Great Informative Video. I've Been Retired Now For 5 Years And I Am Still Trying To Manage The Stress From 45 Years At A Stressful Job. Every day Is A New Battle. Thank you.
Im 46 and disabled, and have severe stress and ptsd from childhood abuse, spousal abuse and neglect, and being a caretaker of a child with a neurological autoimmune disease and my husband has Aspergers and ADD as well. My 6 year old has dislexia, add and anger issues. I’ve ticked off most of the problems on Dr Bergs list. I had a nervous breakdown last month. I’m considering leaving my family or I won’t survive
Life can be Hell sometimes I'm 60 and the last twenty have been hell . I need a different life Too pretty much trapped on disability and a long rough marriage
After my motor vehicle accident I use to be 215 solid and active …… I had a fusion with tons of complications for about 3 years and blew up to 400 lbs im now down to 345 but everything doctor berg is saying is literally everything I’ve been having or suffering from. My body rejects food at times and my gastric and stomach have been functioning like a 70 year old!!! I’ve been so stressed for so long anxiety and depression hit me so hard. And my father in law is like poison so living with him during all this was hell on earth. NOW I’m just finishing and purchased a home, it has me a little less stressed but I’m still waiting till the 5 of may to close. I’m ready to start life again , diet, excercise, and just be able to live my life again!!!! Thanks dr berg!!! You’re a legend!!!
My husband had the same prob when he's coming from a hard day at work. It sounds like a traditional old remedy; but lavender tea has helped him a lot, plus of course taking vitamin D. Thanks Dr Berg!
The #1 thing that helped me was closing all my social media accounts and I officially stopped watching the news daily. I control my stress and not let it control me. I almost forgot this one is #1 too, distance and/or REMOVE yourself from negative people. It may be true, but just think if you have health problems, you gotta consider the main cause might be who you are married to/love relationship aka fake relationships, and also fake friends.
@Cd absolutely!!! And, let's not forget - fake family...fake parents. For some people, that is a thing...but it's almost like a taboo in both East and Western culture though Russian Literature with their mastery on realism does their part of making us aware that there are many unfortunate ones I'll-fated with that painful curse. To all those out there who are going through such in secrecy, please do not cancel Hope and....when you feel TRUE LOVE, and you most certainly will, embrace it.
@@irmaiz133 Yes I agree family as well! You are an awakened soul, that is why. We are rare in this world....It is actually a divine gift that you, have protect it.
When the notification popped up, I miss read it. I thought the video was "20 Signs of TOO MUCH Dr. Berg". Well, I was wrong, but might make an interesting video. 1) Your bread eating friends will no longer eat with you 2) The room empties as you explain that those sodas are going to kills you. . and so on.
Stress has plagued me for years and years I developed IBS from it, I never really feel “good” anymore. And I’m not surrounded by competent people, they all need “help” can never help themselves. It takes such a drastic toll on your body.
I got 18 out of 20 (not 17 and 20 because I'm young). No surprise. The best way to avoid stress is stay out of stress. Easy to say but 99% at a time stress come from situation that we can't avoid it. I'm doing everything in the list he recommended but the number 1. "shift your attention" is the hardest challenge. Yes, we all can try to shift our attention to something else that raise our pleasure but that is temporary . The problem is still there and we face it daily. We have to stay away from it but sadly we simply can't. And the number 2 can be impossible for some people.
I have never been a morning person, literally since I was born. School was a torture for me. I have no idea how could I get up before 6am, and then travel on public transport for more than one hour. But I remember sometimes waking up hurt so bad that it felt like a physical pain. On the other hand I also get very active in the evening and the night, I am the most productive at these time. However, I did notice that my brain is sharper in the morning, but usually for those tasks which I do not want to do, and not even interested in. I was diagnosed with ADHD when I was already an adult, which explained a lot. I play several instruments, and I also sing. So I only wanted to say, that not being a morning person, can be normal.
It’s true & scientifically stated that some people are more inclined to be a morning person while others are inclined to be more of a night owl. It is based off your natural circadian rhythm within your body and how one sleeps
Now to be a morning person for me means "early at night..." like 3am in the morning. For the afternoon person, being a morning person often means sleeping light or not very much the night before. You are also more alert and focused in the quietness of the night/dark morning when most people are asleep.
Stress management is so important in our work life, athletic performance, relationships and decision making. I am definitely a morning person thanks to great sleep quality and consistent quality workouts which helps promote sleep. Great topic!
THANK YOU !!! I have suffered from from many of these things since the death of my sister. Went through menopause at the same moment . I have also suffered from incontinence.. literally the day my sister died. I m also convinced stress is what gave her stage 4 non smokers cancer… so wish I had found you before she took the chemo option…😢😢
We are stressed out ,close downs and job loss is what put people in hospitals ,adrenal glands that is true ,job loss ,can snowball to home loss ,more stress ,marriage ,sleeplessness. Heart arithmias , all you are mentioning increased during the last two years ,so true you are ,aging us as well .great job again.
This has got to be the most detailed and well-explained presentation on stress I have seen. Have seen all the implications of it in a relative of mine.
I was chronically stressed as a teenager and would get chronic sinus infections, other problems. Eventually sleep disorders. I had to just move out. The entire environment I was sensitive to and clearly when ppl do not shut off the TV late at night, that is a problem too. Ever since then, I do not use television in my bedroom. It sucks! Keep your meditation and journal as a focus before sleep. Way better for the brain.
I've watching your videos for years Dr Berg and to be honest, I see you as a hero in coping with haters and spammers, yet they do that because they're jealous of your success, and simply see you as a threat to their pharma industry, since you're giving all these useful info for free to the public. If ordinary people like us have enemies, needles to say that someone who is famous and successful like you will have them; for sure, Thanks Dr Berg for your lovely content always ☺️
a stranger starting a conversation with me triggers a fight or flight response. In the result I'm unable to hold a proper conversation and a lot of times even make coherent sentences.
Greetings from Austria 🇦🇹 List on-going, unresolved issues and ending then, one way or another, regardless of whether it's one's desired outcome or not, is still an END to the issue, and one can move on in life. A slightly different point: 14 months ago, I ended a 2yr10mth toxic relationship with my covert narcissist ex-girlfriend.. INSTANT relief! Never got hooked back in, moved on. Depression and anxiety ended immediately.. but.. the constant 'emotional war-zone' stress left its mark. BP is 170/105 (stage 2 hypertension) but I 100% quit social smoking (20 per week) two months ago, cut 90+% of all sugar intake, far fewer carbs and growing into keto and IF. I saw a Dr Berg video on cold turkey quitting and it can lead to high BP etc. I have no urges to smoke either. Hm.. I'm able to run daily for 45mins though and refuse to be just another 'big-pharma cash cow bit@h'..sorry, that's precisely how we are looked at and treated. Ending as much on-going background stress as possible. Taking responsibility as much as possible for as many things as possible is a great way forwards.
I think we would know when we are in stress.. But to prove it to others, we need the signs.. I have been under tremendous stress since I got married.. I have extreme patience..
Choose your environment if you can or hang out with Nature the local park . Avoid negative people if you can or in one ear & out the other if you have to listen to them . Do exercise. Eat good food with plenty of water during the day. Have something to work towards . Be appreciative too life . Have Faith & don't over think 🙏 change your thoughts & have a Aim . Too much sugar triggers many things depression is one . Eat chocolate 🍫 very uplifting. Love Dr. Berg. ❤
Avoid drama. Don't go looking for news as it does nothing to have a positive change its a waste of your time. Don't get involved with opinions online as nothing ever changes from opinions, its just frustration with a subconscious side effect. Nothing is done to you to make you have an unwanted emotional response, we are all in control of how we feel. Words are words and life is just stuff.
So love you Dr Berg. I suffer from adrenal insufficient. Was induced by being poisoned for a life insurance policy. Stress I'm under it 24 hrs a day. I have most of the things you mentioned & would love to get better. Your videos are amazing & your are awesome!!
I am so grateful for these videos ! I once had all these symptoms even to the point of just about passing out when I suddenly got up from a sitting or lying down position. And I was also in some very stressful situations. Thanks to Dr. Berg's videos I greatly changed my eating habits and the people that were in my life causing me stress became less as well ,praise God🙌 funny thing is sometimes you can love certain people so much your willing to overlook the stress they cause you. And sometimes you yourself can be so selfish and blind you don't see the stress you can cause others. Its all a balancing act. But the right food , and the proper understanding ( and the help of some "good" caring Dr.s) can help you to cope and or heal🌄
True that your body shows ur stress. I’ve had sciatica flare up and Bell’s palsy and Covid all together. It has been horrible. I started Keto and I do notice I feel better and I’m recovering. I am trying to live healthier I am only 29
OMG this session should have had MY name as it’s title! The fact that you were able to correlate all my symptoms/issues to ONE cause has just lowered my stress level by 1000%. I thought I was going to have to go to 10 doctors tell me I need endless prescriptions. THANK YOU FOR THIS EDUCATIONAL AND HELPFUL SESSION 😍
dude i am blown away. how you said 98% of the time what the reason is and ever since that happened to me i am experiencing all these symptoms, excet gallstones, when i had none of them before ever. this is insane.
Vit D really helps with stress management. Its crazy, how your mood can depend on hormones, and I always thought its just character:) thanks doc, for everything.
Thank you for making sense of why my gluteus maximus and thighs got noticeably smaller last year. Your explanation with #5 was an eye opener for me. I was concerned at one point that I might have a disease causing muscle wasting. I will take a closer look at my stressors and address them. Thanks for the "ah ha" moment.
This muscle wasting problem i cant seem to figure out too. i have seen many people in my family who look like they lost quite a lot of weight but on the scale they are fine and now i have the same issue. but Gp said if you havent lost it on scale then how you lost weight and i just dont know how to explain them :(
That would be me, Dr. Berg, the slow yet thoughtful, conscientious speaker. I don't like being rushed to hurried to articulate my thoughts. People,I notice, grow impatient with my process; but, too bad for them, I say. Such things cannot be forced.
I genuinely appreciate these videos. I send them in my family’s group chat. The fatty liver video really helped my aunt. I know they’ll love this one. You’re a true gem
Yep, right before covid I was in to see my doctor for stress. She did an eKG and my heart was fine. Then she suggested someone to talk to and well, to take the stress cause out of my life. Which iwas impossible because I had already identified what the stress was. For the most part I do well, I guess you could say I have episodes where I find myself having to "hold my tongue" and avoid people until the wave of stress subsides.
YOU SPEAK TO MY SOUL!!!!! I knew there was something not right within me that I couldn't explain....and then I found your videos.....I really appreciate you helping me put my symptoms into perspective!!!!
Iv been in flight and fight mode for many years due to abuse, trama and stress and i’m having panic attacked many times a week or my body is just in a panic all day. My health has gone done hill so much and the thing is, I can’t get rid of the major stress.😢
When I was in my twenties and early thirties I was VERY emotional. The stupidest thing could trigger anger or tears!?!? I found it extremely irritating and more so for people around me I’m sure. I finally found relief taking St John’s Wart a few times a day and only if I felt myself getting annoyed or anxious. I haven’t needed to take it for thirty years now.
I am a artist and garden lover, I share these two things to try to bring my levels of stress down. Health problems for myself and husband. He’s 84, and infirm. I have to look after him. I have lots of problems, but won’t give up, follow your channel and am keto eating. I do get stressed , can’t help it.
Dr.eric really doesnt deserve any hate comments because the fact that he's making all these biological metabolism easy to understand for us only to relieve our stress for free and people giving that same stress to him is horrible to do. I feel rushes of inspiration to be a nutritionist watching your videos.
Having adhd (nonmedicated) I don't even know how it feels not being in constant stress and under constant anxiety. The moment I open my eyes in the morning it flushes in like I'm splashed with a bucket of water. Negative thoughts start racing inside my head and it's hard to overcome rumination about things happened in the past and everything that may happen today, tomorrow, next week, next month, in a year etc. All at once. Won't stop for the whole day. Can't focus on anything. And then I can't sleep until very late at night. Stress eating was a huge problem, I would snap, break down and eat everything in the fridge at 10-11pm and then hate myself. Fasting helps me a lot to discipline myself and gives me clarity for when I want to focus and get things done.
Thank you, you've helped me tremendously. For 40+ years I was up at 3am, 6-7 days a week, 2-4 hours heavy traffic every day, working, working, working. But I was calm. Haha, was accused many times of being on drugs. No, I was a machine. Retired 3 mos. Ago and so stressed out now I feel like jumping out of my skin. I have at least 12 of these 20 symptoms. Can't focus, can't sleep, don't want to do anything. Fasting helps. Your videos help. Hands full of supplements don't seem to help much. People telling me that I should get out and do things doesn't help 🙃
Dr. Berg this is probably the most informative video I've seen yet. I have quite a bit of these symptoms and have for long time. Thanks for the much needed info.
Thank you, Dr. Berg! This was extremely informative and enlightening! I have felt that my job is severely impacting my health, especially over the last several years. As a teacher, I experience chronic stress all day long, every single day. At age 29, I suddenly developed asthma & allergies, in my 30's hypothyroidism, at age 48 I became prediabetic, age 49 I had shingles, age 50 endometrial cancer, age 51 idiopathic hypersomnia, and age 52 subacute cutaneous lupus. I am currently 53 years old. I noticed most of my health problems increased during the pandemic years. For the past 4 years, I have been teaching at a private, Christian school. With the exception of March 16-June 6, 2020, my school system insisted on being open at 100% during the 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 school years. However, in my county and state the majority of schools were in hybrid models. The stress was almost unbearable. Even when I was diagnosed with endometrial cancer, my school system forced me during Covid to be at school with zero accommodations. For example, I asked to switch my duty, which was lunch duty where I had to be in our cafeteria with over 200 students without a mask on, to a bus duty. My school refused to even switch my duty. The stress has continued to this year, even though the pandemic is over. Because we were open at 100% during the pandemic, our enrollment soared because parents were searching for a school open every day for their child to attend. I teach students with special needs at the high school level. I am the only special needs teacher at my school. My caseload went from 54 students to 89 students with zero extra help, not even an assistant. I love teaching and my students. But, the stress is more than taking a toll. I started teaching at age 29 and have been teaching for almost 2 decades. I did switch jobs for a few years but came back to teaching. Switching careers at this point is very scary. However, I do think about it every single day. I am going to try everything you suggest. I love your videos! The information you provide is enormously informative and helpful! I am learning so much from you! Thank you for teaching us about our bodies, our health, and how we can live healthier and happier lives. I am very grateful to you for your hard work! Thank you tremendously!
OMG 😳 I fit in a number of these categories…thanks for this explanation of what stress is and it’s symptoms …. I being to understand my high cortisol and stress a bit better now…
The thing is, for those of us, who can't handle lots of stress, that very inability causes more stress, so we better use it to increase our resilience. 🙂
Thank the lord that I will have some calm going forward. These past few weeks have been quite difficult and stressful. Been attending to my recently deceased mother in the hospital and dealing with other stressors. Not been able to get much physical activity (as much as I'd like). But going forward I will have some peace.
I started getting more noticeable symptoms of Hashimoto's disease, from my mother's side of the family, over the past 6 months or so. Without being tested for antibodies yet, I've gone back to intermittent fasting and can already feel a difference. I always wondered why HIIT, keto, and intermittent fasting provided such a wonderful 'reset'. My poor thyroid's probably been taxed for a long while, and the past two years have really been taxing it even more.
This is very helpful as a young teenager and adult I lost my father to lung cancer.i learned too help me thru that I needed to practice Tai chi.. at 56 I still do it.
I started having stress when l was in elementary, highschool and throughout my young adult years. Constant worrying, sleepless night, headache, shortness of breath. My hair keeps on falling. My family, classmate, teacher's, people around me. They all cause me so much 😩
Wow you have totally described my situation .. I had diabetes before covid pandemic and after surviving such my skin has become discoloured .. had to get an external dr to look at my skin .. he diagnosed vitiligo .. It’s all by my eyes , scalp and back of neck .. Dr any advice .. I’m eating healthier and will get vitamin B1 since stress has been the biggest factor !Many thanks for the info .. what an eye opener !!
Thank you for this video, Dr. Berg! My mom always told me that "stress is the #1 killer". I'm not sure if it's #1 but it's got to be up there. HIIT + low carbs + nutritional yeast + green tea destroy my stress!
Your mum is 100% right. STRESS kills faster than any illness and diseases; since is subtle, closed attention is never place on it. Seen the effect too many times.
Everything you say it resonates with me , I cannot drink coffee, it is from adrenal gland’s tumor , I have basal ganglia iron accumulation , I am awaken on the night ,in the day time I am tired , lights , noise it disturb my brain 🧠, , my tumor on my pituitary gland is causing me mental problems, I have chronic insomnia , a rare disease of the nervous system called schwannomatosis, chronic inflammation, with chronic pain ,like alien pain ,all over my nerves,the myelin sheath of the peripheral nervous system cannot repaired fast , everything it harms me , chemical, pesticides,herbicide, weather , when in stress my cortisol it goes down and I get tremors and can go in coma , what I do is stay away from humans ,be with my animals , have strict diet , I love your way of explaining how our body works , by the way I cannot use medication at all
Under stress, I completely shut down on my decision-making. Can't sleep. I don't know if it's because of Aspergers or trauma from losing my daughter and being involved with a narcissist. I heard maybe niacin can help. People who are close to me really try to help, as though, they know it's something beyond my coping abilities.
I feel like meditation is an incredible powerful stress release tool that should absolutely be included on this list. It’s been the most powerful thing for me by far.
I’m watching and listening to this realising how stressed I am during the day and now feeling my stress levels rising just listening. I am having a hmmmm moment
My go to drink every morning is a large bottle of plain home filtered water. I wake up, brush my teeth, wash my face, chug down my morning water. I feel my brain & body respond immediately after drinking water. I have never been a coffee drinker, had a very bad soda habit which I kicked more than 10 years ago. Now, no caffeine for me!
UNBELIEVABLE!!!! I am a VERY HIGH STRESS/ANXIOUS PERSON and i have all signs except acne/osteo. There are times i literally shake from the stress. I also have chronic anemia, to the point of needing iron infusion. My sleeping is so bad, i have the opposite schedule of most people. I cannot fall asleep until after 4 a.m., can't wake up most days before 2 p.m. My heart sometimes just starts racing for no reason and i get tremors that last almost 30 minutes. I'm ALWAYS on edge and in last 2 years since car accident, my tolerance level is terrible!! Friends have told me that i am quick to yell, and have developed a temper and ready to fight if pushed. Is there any way that I can contact you? I've been trying to find treatment, but, i just can't seem to find a qualified doctor. I always say, " I stress out because of my stress!!" I am in NY area. I definitely need/want help
The mighty, How are you now? Be careful what you feed your mind. To feel better reduce negative thoughts and overthinking. Avoid comparing with others, reduce negative social media and watching symptoms of diseases and avoid constipation as it affects the mind. Your breathing is closely related to the brain [mind] and gives relief from stress-anxiety. To relax sit on a chair or lie down, neck straight, eyes closed, avoid moving too much and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for 5-10-15 minutes or more. Never meditate with expectations but with awareness. Don’t fight your thoughts. With daily practice the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Observe your breath sensations before sleep, when reading, in the kitchen, when taking a walk etc -----anytime-anywhere. Like me, make this a lifetime daily habit to have a better life. Best wishes--Counsellor.
I developed prediabetes when I went to nursing school due to stress, I followed a low carb diet, exercised every day, it didn't change my A1C. I started eating plant based vegan and my A1C has been normal since. I tried Keto as well, had a headache and brain fog the whole time I was on the diet, lasted one month. Why do you think everyone will respond well to one type of diet? I think gut microbiome has to be considered.
Many people probably have chronic stress these days, me included. I have the salt craving and sinus issues, and some of the others on the list. When I'm stressed, I crack and eat salty sunflower seeds.
you are a jewel, doc, words are not enough to describe my gratitude. This is a way to educate people about our physiology so we can understand ourselves and help others. Oh boy!😂 I am learning a lot and improving my English. THANK YOU!!!!!💜
Signs of too much stress:
1. Bad effects on the brain
2. You’re not a morning person
3. Poor sleep
4. High blood sugars
5. More belly fat
6. Heavy legs going up an incline
7. Inflammation
8. Loss of electrolytes
9. Salt cravings
10. Susceptibility to infections
11. Autoimmune diseases
12. Acne
13. Asthma
14. Allergies
15. Sinus problems
16. Sleep apnea
17. Osteoporosis
18. Acid reflux
19. Gastritis
20. Gallstones
What to do if you have too much stress:
1. Shift your attention
2. Be around supportive people
3. Take vitamin B1(nutritional yeast)
4. Consume high-potassium foods
5. Exercise or do physical work
6. Stop watching the news
7. Get on a low-carb diet
Thank you Dr Berg!! 🐱👍🏿
Watching news and debating against liberals on Facebook triggers release of my happy hormones. I'm a political junkie and politics is my stress reliever. To each his own.😁
And of course envelop freedom Mr Castro!
@@maretvilla1531 Really? i'm triggered everytime i see someone thinking they know everything about economy just because they aren't socialist/marxist/communist lmao. Very impressive ability you have there, wonder how you're doing it.
@@maretvilla1531 good luck with that!!!
You shouldn't do this. It's like telling others not to watch his video.
What benefit will he gain , if people instead of watching the video just read a random comment.
The number 1 stress reliever is turning off the TV and stay off social media platforms! When I quit using FB, I noticed my focus increased and my anxiety diminished!
Sameeeee
Same!!👌
You are so true!!!!!
I never had fb, never could understand who do
I need to do that
21. Avoid negative people.
@@angie1598 same here
Absolutely if you can
That’s # 1
My husband and I were married 7 years to the day...I was pregnant with our fifth baby when he died at the age of 35....Stress...hmmm.....by the grace of God I will be 72 this summer with 11 grandchildren
A book waiting to be written
I wish I could.🙏🏼
#22
When you wake up in the morning and your entire body feels like it's vibrating.
Prayers to the Lord before your feet hit the floor each day helps tremendously
Omg yes I’ve felt that before. Thanks for sharing thought it was just me
Cast all your anxiety on him(Jesus Christ) because he cares for you. (1 Peter 5:7)
Share Everything with Jesus. Talk to Him. He will help You out.
Exactly..as a muslim we perform the morning prayer❤
May Allah have mercy on us all
Yes, I have vibrations.
I was in fight or flight mode all last year... it was like having PTSD attacks 3-4 times a week. I now have severe health problems Breast cancer, bleeding ulcer, diverticulitis, and my hiatal hernia (paraesophageal hernia) is so intense I need surgery to also pull my stomach down. I can hardly breathe just walking to the kitchen. I'm a mess... I've had bad insomnia for 2 years. When I had severe stress about 32 years ago, I got Graves disease (undiagnosed for many years) Stress is a Killer. I don't know if I have enough energy to deal with all this (plus spondylosis). I'm 64, and tired. I never had drug or alcohol addictions. Advice to anyone reading this... run away from anyone making you live in fear, domestic violence or under dysfunctional living conditions... when you realize a loved one is a Narcissist... don't give them an inch. Get them out of your life, and only help them from far away if you feel obligated... Not kidding. 🥺
I wish you the best in your recovery, but it might open a flood gate in other ways. One of the things about narcissistic abuse is that more often than not you are only aware of the abuse that they want you to be aware of; you are trained to disassociate when they don't want you to be aware of the abuse. Once you recognize the parallels between what an individual and an entire system can do, and that you cannot run, well, you cannot untake that red pill.
I wish you a quick recovery 🙏god bless 🙏may god help you , may god heal you 🙏
So true.
@@leylac5534 Thank you. Good vibes are needed! 🙂
Ingrid try listening to isochronic tones and binaural beats for sleep, it will help u sleep then heal. Wishing you well!
Wow! It’s a miracle I haven’t had a nervous breakdown, I could almost check the majority of these symptoms.
First of all, I would like to thank Dr. Eric for expressing his knowledge for free.
Im forever grateful and thankful to him.
Thank you dr berg🙏🏼
Yes!!
The recommendations are pure gold
Amen
Nothing is free😮
I just love you, I'm an RN and been a nurse for 17 years and now working in specialty area, I love my job the best I've had since I ve been a Nurse but working in this field can't get away from the Stress😬, I have tried and still doing everything you mentioned! Then you have stress from your children, sometimes I wish I could go on an island and just be alone😞
True
Yes, I definitely agree with that. I am going to take early retirement from the NHS before I drop dead.
I'm not trying to be intrusive here, I just wondered what kinds of stress you have from your children & their ages- i too have children- as they grow up - stress becomes different- maybe ideas-
. Youre correct, I took early retirement decade ago and it was the best decision ever. Actually, its freedom.
Laughter is beneficial for the body because it helps it secrete serotonin, which plays an important role in regulating human mood, which is also called the "happiness hormone". But if you are unable to laugh, it is enough to close your eyes, rest and smile to release the hormone of happiness. It is also possible that a cup of tea can give you a feeling of satisfaction.
ALHAMDULILLAH, but as we know as Muslims "TOO MUCH" laughter is No Good. It's better to cry than laugh. And there's a spiritual reason for that.
@@sadiyyahhasan5812
True.. it is useful at the right time and in the right amount within reasonable limits. Feeling it honestly..
Ahhhh yes, thank you. I will help myself to a cup of peppermint tea. Haven't had one in a long time!
@@BraveAbandon 🤲🌺👍
You are the best Dr. Berg . I have never commented on your videos but I have to comment on this one because cutting toxic people out of your life is Central not only for reducing stress but just to stay alive. Thank you so much.
Can't help but think about all of the Caregivers out there taking care of a parent or sibling. Always interesting, thanks!
I took care of my Mom for 13 years...it was rough!
Parents of adult kids who blame them for everything while that parents is doing their best 😤
I'm taking care of two elderly parents, age 85 and 88 with a full-time stressful job. Sometimes I feel like I'm losing my mind. Not at all easy.
@@nicsmcl586
I know what know you mean, I’m taking care of my hubby who has multiple Heath problems, and I is wearing me down. It’s 24/7 .It’s really, really hard. Bless you for toughing it out.
I can relate. It’s so stressful to take care of elderly people especially those who are home bound even if they are your parents or relatives. They have their own stress too.
I have c-ptsd from long term historical abuse, I ticked nearly all the symptoms listed however I follow Dr Berg religiously with the fasting and it's paying off, this info is what I need to finish the job! Many thanks Doctor 🙏
I have similar condition (ptsd) and know how hard ptsd can be. I found the book "The body keeps the score" quite helpful. Please check out some videos on it or its reviews and see if you might find it of use
@@hobosapien7735 Many thanks for the recommendation, I will definitely check that out.
I can relate, @Pauli Walnuts.
Mental health issues are not recognized or accepted in my culture, yet here I am dealing with mental health issues! My body broke down in the ways described in this video. My doctor took me off work when I started passing out in the street. Everything in my life fell apart and then the pandemic started. My stress levels increased, obviously.
I am seeing this video right on time. I am thankful to see that what my body is doing to me is not all in my head. This video encourages me that I can tend to the depletion of my adrenal glands. I feel that I can have a life again once I heal my body. Thank you, Dr. Berg!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
What is historical abuse?
Yes, I find each improvement aids my foundation.
Wow explains alot! 32 years old and feel 80! Have alot of health issues im battling. Have TBI and PTSD from severe abuse and alot of other truma in my life.. one trauma after another..also was told I was lucky to be alive. Doctor told me I was in the stages of death the day I got away from my abuser. I was 19 when they told me I had fibromyalgia and doc said I got it young because of the trauma I went through..that it onset it early..its been doctor after doctor. Started when I was 18-19. Now 32 and starting to get answers. Also had brain surgery few years ago for chiari malformation. Had carpal tunnel surgery this past november on my wrist and elbow. And other surgeries as well…Have tendinitis as well and arthritis and osteopenia. Mild scoliosis too. Thyroid enlarged, difficulty swallowing, sever pain all the time..symptom list goes on and on as well.. wont get into all..And now I was just told that I for sure have autoimmune disorder possibly lupus but im getting sent to a specialist to find out exactly and to have more test done etc. gosh the list goes on and on…I feel like a lab rat. Just had to start giving myself B12 injections as well. But basically all this got bad once I got out of the abuse when I was younger. It was like as time went on I felt myself getting sicker and sicker and I couldnt get doctors to listen to me. They said stuff like “oh your too young to feel that way” ummm…no crap!!! Thats why im trying to seek help! I just wish I could get a break from everything..My life has always been so much stress! My biggest downfall is that im too nice and let people take advantage of it. Doing better latley but theres just so much stuff that gets thrown at me and most the time Its out of my control wich doesnt help lol anyways…just trying to stay positive through it all. Not always easy but just taking day by day! And I am glad I came across this video..very helpful! Sorry for the rant..lol it was just very eye opening! I knew stress played a big factor in our health but I didnt know it did this much! 😮
Work used to be my refuge from stress at home. Since the pandemic, I work from home, and now......the stress is with me 24/7.
It makes a lot of sense of what you said. I'm definitely going to try fasting.
Fasting for how long?
I will star fasting too I only eat 2 meals a day🙏🏼
Or Deal with the causes of stress at home.... and its NOT fasting.
@@usewisdom2
By fasting, one's brain can think more clearly about what is to be done about one's problems. It also provides one with a sense of accomplishment to be able to take control of, and better one's own health. Then other challenges seem more attainable, and the things not under ones control, becomes more bearable.
For some it is waking up next to stress, and then it goes out to work...
"CHRONIC STRESS" also affects mental health I.e GENERALISED ANXIETY DISORDER.
Adrenals -- I see videos for adrenal diet, importance of vitamin B5, acupressure technique, adrenal fatigue. It would be great to have a video specific to supporting adrenal health prior to menopause.
I am a nurse who hearrs many complaints from my peers about stress, reflux, etc. I refer them to your videos, and they are so grateful.
damn! we all need more nurses like you.
thank you for that :)
Just hearing about other people's stress can cause stress I hope you take it easy, thank you for being a nurse❤
I am 57 and have 7 symptoms. Not many problems in my life, just feel bore sometimes. Maybe boring is a kind of stress also. I need more activities. Thanks doctor for such a good explanation.
What about charity work?
Dr. Berg, after hearing you talk about the haters in this video... I just wanted to say, the information you are providing for free in invaluable. It has taught me so much! I have lived with fairly severe anxiety almost my entire life (now 40). It has made me miss out of a large part of my life. I started changing my lifestyle when presented with anti-anxiety/anti-depressant drugs from my doctor. I have since started exercising daily and eating more healthy foods (eliminating as much carbs as possible - except for those from whole foods... no more BREAD). Today I am literally anxiety free, it's unbelievable. I never thought I would ever see a day where I could live without constant anxiety. I came across your channel while researching this lifestyle. The information you provide is helping me grow even further. I can't thank you enough, God Bless you!
Thanks Dr Berg, for me definitely I get #3 poor sleep when I feel stressed, and I wake up multiple times in the night.😔 Meditation helps👍
Same here...next morning I sometimes get panic attacks
@@msyyt Same
Start taking magnesium before going to sleep. 💤 is amazing.
I would go to the doctor more often if I had a doctor like you.
Not only do I have high respect for you Dr Berg for sharing all your in depth
insights about medical problems and their solutions, but also for sharing
your own medical problems and their consequences over the years of your
life without hiding or bending any truths. Also what a nice simple human
being you are! I feel lucky to have found your channel to be a part of your
fan club. Lucky your wife!
Great Informative Video. I've Been Retired Now For 5 Years And I Am Still Trying To Manage The Stress From 45 Years At A Stressful Job. Every day Is A New Battle. Thank you.
Im 46 and disabled, and have severe stress and ptsd from childhood abuse, spousal abuse and neglect, and being a caretaker of a child with a neurological autoimmune disease and my husband has Aspergers and ADD as well. My 6 year old has dislexia, add and anger issues. I’ve ticked off most of the problems on Dr Bergs list. I had a nervous breakdown last month. I’m considering leaving my family or I won’t survive
Take medical Cannabis or CBD for stress.... Needs hobby and go on vacation....👀🌿
Life can be Hell sometimes I'm 60 and the last twenty have been hell . I need a different life Too pretty much trapped on disability and a long rough marriage
Maybe You can ask in the youth Office for help? I feel for You ... anyone would find it tough... do You pray? It helped me a lot.
Hope you are doing ok...sending good thoughts.
@@jessicaprince291 thank you🙏🏻💗. I’m hanging in there!
After my motor vehicle accident I use to be 215 solid and active …… I had a fusion with tons of complications for about 3 years and blew up to 400 lbs im now down to 345 but everything doctor berg is saying is literally everything I’ve been having or suffering from. My body rejects food at times and my gastric and stomach have been functioning like a 70 year old!!! I’ve been so stressed for so long anxiety and depression hit me so hard. And my father in law is like poison so living with him during all this was hell on earth. NOW I’m just finishing and purchased a home, it has me a little less stressed but I’m still waiting till the 5 of may to close. I’m ready to start life again , diet, excercise, and just be able to live my life again!!!! Thanks dr berg!!! You’re a legend!!!
My husband had the same prob when he's coming from a hard day at work. It sounds like a traditional old remedy; but lavender tea has helped him a lot, plus of course taking vitamin D. Thanks Dr Berg!
Johannis herbs help a lot too. A daily dose of 600mg before sleep has drastically improved my sleep quality and overall mood.
Maria Treben's book has a great lavender herbal tea recipe for sleep.
@@karinahall4915 what is the title please?
@@TheLadybughug just google authors name and its all there to research.
The #1 thing that helped me was closing all my social media accounts and I officially stopped watching the news daily. I control my stress and not let it control me. I almost forgot this one is #1 too, distance and/or REMOVE yourself from negative people. It may be true, but just think if you have health problems, you gotta consider the main cause might be who you are married to/love relationship aka fake relationships, and also fake friends.
@Cd absolutely!!! And, let's not forget - fake family...fake parents. For some people, that is a thing...but it's almost like a taboo in both East and Western culture though Russian Literature with their mastery on realism does their part of making us aware that there are many unfortunate ones I'll-fated with that painful curse. To all those out there who are going through such in secrecy, please do not cancel Hope and....when you feel TRUE LOVE, and you most certainly will, embrace it.
@@irmaiz133 Yes I agree family as well! You are an awakened soul, that is why. We are rare in this world....It is actually a divine gift that you, have protect it.
When the notification popped up, I miss read it. I thought the video was "20 Signs of TOO MUCH Dr. Berg". Well, I was wrong, but might make an interesting video.
1) Your bread eating friends will no longer eat with you
2) The room empties as you explain that those sodas are going to kills you.
. and so on.
Ha ha 😂 that's so true
By the way doc….what you’ve taught me probably saved my life this past week! I’m so grateful 🙏❤️🐝
How?
Two years life changing keto, and fasting. In the middle of 7day fast love love my new lifestyle. 🥰✨
Stress has plagued me for years and years I developed IBS from it, I never really feel “good” anymore. And I’m not surrounded by competent people, they all need “help” can never help themselves. It takes such a drastic toll on your body.
I got 18 out of 20 (not 17 and 20 because I'm young). No surprise. The best way to avoid stress is stay out of stress. Easy to say but 99% at a time stress come from situation that we can't avoid it. I'm doing everything in the list he recommended but the number 1. "shift your attention" is the hardest challenge. Yes, we all can try to shift our attention to something else that raise our pleasure but that is temporary . The problem is still there and we face it daily. We have to stay away from it but sadly we simply can't. And the number 2 can be impossible for some people.
I have never been a morning person, literally since I was born. School was a torture for me. I have no idea how could I get up before 6am, and then travel on public transport for more than one hour. But I remember sometimes waking up hurt so bad that it felt like a physical pain.
On the other hand I also get very active in the evening and the night, I am the most productive at these time. However, I did notice that my brain is sharper in the morning, but usually for those tasks which I do not want to do, and not even interested in. I was diagnosed with ADHD when I was already an adult, which explained a lot. I play several instruments, and I also sing.
So I only wanted to say, that not being a morning person, can be normal.
It’s true & scientifically stated that some people are more inclined to be a morning person while others are inclined to be more of a night owl. It is based off your natural circadian rhythm within your body and how one sleeps
I'm happy you made it through childhood. Lol. I'm not a morning person either
Now to be a morning person for me means "early at night..." like 3am in the morning. For the afternoon person, being a morning person often means sleeping light or not very much the night before. You are also more alert and focused in the quietness of the night/dark morning when most people are asleep.
Traveling to school an hour sounds rough on anyone! More than 15 minutes to a job is too much for me
Stress management is so important in our work life, athletic performance, relationships and decision making. I am definitely a morning person thanks to great sleep quality and consistent quality workouts which helps promote sleep. Great topic!
Good idea to block people giving stress
THANK YOU !!! I have suffered from from many of these things since the death of my sister. Went through menopause at the same moment . I have also suffered from incontinence.. literally the day my sister died. I m also convinced stress is what gave her stage 4 non smokers cancer… so wish I had found you before she took the chemo option…😢😢
We are stressed out ,close downs and job loss is what put people in hospitals ,adrenal glands that is true ,job loss ,can snowball to home loss ,more stress ,marriage ,sleeplessness. Heart arithmias , all you are mentioning increased during the last two years ,so true you are ,aging us as well .great job again.
This has got to be the most detailed and well-explained presentation on stress I have seen. Have seen all the implications of it in a relative of mine.
Yes this man is pure gold!!!!
@@adamchavez999 he’s actually not. I unsubscribed. Albeit he might have lots of knowledge but the truth is out about his character.
I was chronically stressed as a teenager and would get chronic sinus infections, other problems. Eventually sleep disorders. I had to just move out. The entire environment I was sensitive to and clearly when ppl do not shut off the TV late at night, that is a problem too. Ever since then, I do not use television in my bedroom. It sucks! Keep your meditation and journal as a focus before sleep. Way better for the brain.
I've watching your videos for years Dr Berg and to be honest, I see you as a hero in coping with haters and spammers, yet they do that because they're jealous of your success, and simply see you as a threat to their pharma industry, since you're giving all these useful info for free to the public. If ordinary people like us have enemies, needles to say that someone who is famous and successful like you will have them; for sure, Thanks Dr Berg for your lovely content always ☺️
They play psychological intimidation on him like bullies, unfortunately for them: it will make Dr Berg's channel even more successful.
a stranger starting a conversation with me triggers a fight or flight response. In the result I'm unable to hold a proper conversation and a lot of times even make coherent sentences.
Greetings from Austria 🇦🇹
List on-going, unresolved issues and ending then, one way or another, regardless of whether it's one's desired outcome or not, is still an END to the issue, and one can move on in life.
A slightly different point: 14 months ago, I ended a 2yr10mth toxic relationship with my covert narcissist ex-girlfriend.. INSTANT relief! Never got hooked back in, moved on. Depression and anxiety ended immediately.. but.. the constant 'emotional war-zone' stress left its mark. BP is 170/105 (stage 2 hypertension) but I 100% quit social smoking (20 per week) two months ago, cut 90+% of all sugar intake, far fewer carbs and growing into keto and IF.
I saw a Dr Berg video on cold turkey quitting and it can lead to high BP etc. I have no urges to smoke either. Hm..
I'm able to run daily for 45mins though and refuse to be just another 'big-pharma cash cow bit@h'..sorry, that's precisely how we are looked at and treated. Ending as much on-going background stress as possible.
Taking responsibility as much as possible for as many things as possible is a great way forwards.
I think we would know when we are in stress.. But to prove it to others, we need the signs.. I have been under tremendous stress since I got married.. I have extreme patience..
Choose your environment if you can or hang out with Nature the local park . Avoid negative people if you can or in one ear & out the other if you have to listen to them . Do exercise. Eat good food with plenty of water during the day. Have something to work towards . Be appreciative too life . Have Faith & don't over think 🙏 change your thoughts & have a Aim . Too much sugar triggers many things depression is one . Eat chocolate 🍫 very uplifting. Love Dr. Berg. ❤
Avoid drama. Don't go looking for news as it does nothing to have a positive change its a waste of your time. Don't get involved with opinions online as nothing ever changes from opinions, its just frustration with a subconscious side effect. Nothing is done to you to make you have an unwanted emotional response, we are all in control of how we feel. Words are words and life is just stuff.
Dr.. Berg, you are a blessing to millions of people like me who deal with stress on a daily basis. This video is God sent. Thank you.🙏🏽
❤❤❤
Anyone having these symptoms please get out of this matrix
That toxic relationship and toxic office
So love you Dr Berg. I suffer from adrenal insufficient. Was induced by being poisoned for a life insurance policy. Stress I'm under it 24 hrs a day. I have most of the things you mentioned & would love to get better. Your videos are amazing & your are awesome!!
Have lots of these symptoms.
I had some lab work done and I fainted at the Dr office.
Who tried to kill you? Inquiring minds wanna know...
I am so grateful for these videos ! I once had all these symptoms even to the point of just about passing out when I suddenly got up from a sitting or lying down position. And I was also in some very stressful situations. Thanks to Dr. Berg's videos I greatly changed my eating habits and the people that were in my life causing me stress became less as well ,praise God🙌 funny thing is sometimes you can love certain people so much your willing to overlook the stress they cause you. And sometimes you yourself can be so selfish and blind you don't see the stress you can cause others. Its all a balancing act. But the right food , and the proper understanding ( and the help of some "good" caring Dr.s) can help you to cope and or heal🌄
Well said
Hi Mary, that’s all great to hear :) praise God. Did you follow strict Keto or just lower carb ..? How did you eat? Thank you x
Have boundaries
True that your body shows ur stress. I’ve had sciatica flare up and Bell’s palsy and Covid all together. It has been horrible. I started Keto and I do notice I feel better and I’m recovering. I am trying to live healthier I am only 29
OMG this session should have had MY name as it’s title! The fact that you were able to correlate all my symptoms/issues to ONE cause has just lowered my stress level by 1000%. I thought I was going to have to go to 10 doctors tell me I need endless prescriptions. THANK YOU FOR THIS EDUCATIONAL AND HELPFUL SESSION 😍
Right!? Totally agree.
dude i am blown away. how you said 98% of the time what the reason is and ever since that happened to me i am experiencing all these symptoms, excet gallstones, when i had none of them before ever. this is insane.
Vit D really helps with stress management. Its crazy, how your mood can depend on hormones, and I always thought its just character:) thanks doc, for everything.
Thank you for making sense of why my gluteus maximus and thighs got noticeably smaller last year. Your explanation with #5 was an eye opener for me. I was concerned at one point that I might have a disease causing muscle wasting. I will take a closer look at my stressors and address them. Thanks for the "ah ha" moment.
This muscle wasting problem i cant seem to figure out too. i have seen many people in my family who look like they lost quite a lot of weight but on the scale they are fine and now i have the same issue. but Gp said if you havent lost it on scale then how you lost weight and i just dont know how to explain them :(
@@aisharafeeq4299 You lost muscle mass.
@@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823 But why i eat as normal as i use to
. Watch this video again, and this time, pay attention.
This was so accurate it was scary, almost like the story of my life. You should really get a contract to train "health care professionals".
That would be me, Dr. Berg, the slow yet thoughtful, conscientious speaker. I don't like being rushed to hurried to articulate my thoughts. People,I notice, grow impatient with my process; but, too bad for them, I say. Such things cannot be forced.
I genuinely appreciate these videos. I send them in my family’s group chat. The fatty liver video really helped my aunt. I know they’ll love this one. You’re a true gem
Yep, right before covid I was in to see my doctor for stress. She did an eKG and my heart was fine. Then she suggested someone to talk to and well, to take the stress cause out of my life. Which iwas impossible because I had already identified what the stress was. For the most part I do well, I guess you could say I have episodes where I find myself having to "hold my tongue" and avoid people until the wave of stress subsides.
I ticked around 15 of those. I am in therapy for childhood trauma. Just listening to this video itself made me feel stressed.
Take care Sujatha.
@@eljefe5536 thank you!
YOU SPEAK TO MY SOUL!!!!! I knew there was something not right within me that I couldn't explain....and then I found your videos.....I really appreciate you helping me put my symptoms into perspective!!!!
Iv been in flight and fight mode for many years due to abuse, trama and stress and i’m having panic attacked many times a week or my body is just in a panic all day. My health has gone done hill so much and the thing is, I can’t get rid of the major stress.😢
When I was in my twenties and early thirties I was VERY emotional. The stupidest thing could trigger anger or tears!?!? I found it extremely irritating and more so for people around me I’m sure. I finally found relief taking St John’s Wart a few times a day and only if I felt myself getting annoyed or anxious. I haven’t needed to take it for thirty years now.
I am a artist and garden lover, I share these two things to try to bring my levels of stress down. Health problems for myself and husband. He’s 84, and infirm. I have to look after him. I have lots of problems, but won’t give up, follow your channel and am keto eating. I do get stressed , can’t help it.
Dr.eric really doesnt deserve any hate comments because the fact that he's making all these biological metabolism easy to understand for us only to relieve our stress for free and people giving that same stress to him is horrible to do. I feel rushes of inspiration to be a nutritionist watching your videos.
Thank you very much. Appreciate your kind message.
God bless Dr. Berg for his contribution to educate and help people walk in good health! Amazing! I love all your videos!
Having adhd (nonmedicated) I don't even know how it feels not being in constant stress and under constant anxiety. The moment I open my eyes in the morning it flushes in like I'm splashed with a bucket of water. Negative thoughts start racing inside my head and it's hard to overcome rumination about things happened in the past and everything that may happen today, tomorrow, next week, next month, in a year etc. All at once. Won't stop for the whole day. Can't focus on anything. And then I can't sleep until very late at night. Stress eating was a huge problem, I would snap, break down and eat everything in the fridge at 10-11pm and then hate myself. Fasting helps me a lot to discipline myself and gives me clarity for when I want to focus and get things done.
Thank you, you've helped me tremendously. For 40+ years I was up at 3am, 6-7 days a week, 2-4 hours heavy traffic every day, working, working, working. But I was calm. Haha, was accused many times of being on drugs. No, I was a machine. Retired 3 mos. Ago and so stressed out now I feel like jumping out of my skin. I have at least 12 of these 20 symptoms. Can't focus, can't sleep, don't want to do anything. Fasting helps. Your videos help. Hands full of supplements don't seem to help much. People telling me that I should get out and do things doesn't help 🙃
Awesome! Glad I could help.
Just watching your advices turns my cortisol down because you give ANSWERS! Thanking you so much!
Definitely sharing this with my husband who really needs to watch this. Thanks Dr Berg🙏❤️
Dr. Berg this is probably the most informative video I've seen yet. I have quite a bit of these symptoms and have for long time. Thanks for the much needed info.
you're a true humanitarian!! helping humans walking on the path of wellness
Thank you, Dr. Berg! This was extremely informative and enlightening! I have felt that my job is severely impacting my health, especially over the last several years. As a teacher, I experience chronic stress all day long, every single day. At age 29, I suddenly developed asthma & allergies, in my 30's hypothyroidism, at age 48 I became prediabetic, age 49 I had shingles, age 50 endometrial cancer, age 51 idiopathic hypersomnia, and age 52 subacute cutaneous lupus. I am currently 53 years old. I noticed most of my health problems increased during the pandemic years. For the past 4 years, I have been teaching at a private, Christian school. With the exception of March 16-June 6, 2020, my school system insisted on being open at 100% during the 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 school years. However, in my county and state the majority of schools were in hybrid models. The stress was almost unbearable. Even when I was diagnosed with endometrial cancer, my school system forced me during Covid to be at school with zero accommodations. For example, I asked to switch my duty, which was lunch duty where I had to be in our cafeteria with over 200 students without a mask on, to a bus duty. My school refused to even switch my duty. The stress has continued to this year, even though the pandemic is over. Because we were open at 100% during the pandemic, our enrollment soared because parents were searching for a school open every day for their child to attend. I teach students with special needs at the high school level. I am the only special needs teacher at my school. My caseload went from 54 students to 89 students with zero extra help, not even an assistant. I love teaching and my students. But, the stress is more than taking a toll. I started teaching at age 29 and have been teaching for almost 2 decades. I did switch jobs for a few years but came back to teaching. Switching careers at this point is very scary. However, I do think about it every single day. I am going to try everything you suggest. I love your videos! The information you provide is enormously informative and helpful! I am learning so much from you! Thank you for teaching us about our bodies, our health, and how we can live healthier and happier lives. I am very grateful to you for your hard work! Thank you tremendously!
You've provided so much life changing info. Thank you for what you do
OMG 😳 I fit in a number of these categories…thanks for this explanation of what stress is and it’s symptoms …. I being to understand my high cortisol and stress a bit better now…
I was hit with all 20 signs Dr Berg. I'm seeing therapist and recovering one day at a time. Thanks to your videos.
The thing is, for those of us, who can't handle lots of stress, that very inability causes more stress, so we better use it to increase our resilience. 🙂
This is the most comprehensive video to address my stress issues - confirmation of my problem and options to treat the root causes. Thanks Dr. Berg!
Thank the lord that I will have some calm going forward. These past few weeks have been quite difficult and stressful. Been attending to my recently deceased mother in the hospital and dealing with other stressors. Not been able to get much physical activity (as much as I'd like). But going forward I will have some peace.
I started getting more noticeable symptoms of Hashimoto's disease, from my mother's side of the family, over the past 6 months or so. Without being tested for antibodies yet, I've gone back to intermittent fasting and can already feel a difference. I always wondered why HIIT, keto, and intermittent fasting provided such a wonderful 'reset'. My poor thyroid's probably been taxed for a long while, and the past two years have really been taxing it even more.
This is very helpful as a young teenager and adult I lost my father to lung cancer.i learned too help me thru that I needed to practice Tai chi.. at 56 I still do it.
I started having stress when l was in elementary, highschool and throughout my young adult years. Constant worrying, sleepless night, headache, shortness of breath. My hair keeps on falling. My family, classmate, teacher's, people around me. They all cause me so much 😩
Wow you have totally described my situation .. I had diabetes before covid pandemic and after surviving such my skin has become discoloured .. had to get an external dr to look at my skin .. he diagnosed vitiligo .. It’s all by my eyes , scalp and back of neck .. Dr any advice .. I’m eating healthier and will get vitamin B1 since stress has been the biggest factor !Many thanks for the info .. what an eye opener !!
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Stress management is very important in our work life. Thank you, Dr Berg
Why for some people stress causes weight loss and for others it causes weight gain?
Thank you for this video, Dr. Berg! My mom always told me that "stress is the #1 killer". I'm not sure if it's #1 but it's got to be up there. HIIT + low carbs + nutritional yeast + green tea destroy my stress!
Your mum is 100% right. STRESS kills faster than any illness and diseases; since is subtle, closed attention is never place on it. Seen the effect too many times.
. Agreed
Everything you say it resonates with me , I cannot drink coffee, it is from adrenal gland’s tumor , I have basal ganglia iron accumulation , I am awaken on the night ,in the day time I am tired , lights , noise it disturb my brain 🧠, , my tumor on my pituitary gland is causing me mental problems, I have chronic insomnia , a rare disease of the nervous system called schwannomatosis, chronic inflammation, with chronic pain ,like alien pain ,all over my nerves,the myelin sheath of the peripheral nervous system cannot repaired fast , everything it harms me , chemical, pesticides,herbicide, weather , when in stress my cortisol it goes down and I get tremors and can go in coma , what I do is stay away from humans ,be with my animals , have strict diet , I love your way of explaining how our body works , by the way I cannot use medication at all
At some point in time I feel like I had all of these Dr. Berg. I needed this advice and appreciate your information. Enjoy this beautiful day! ❤
All of this..? You havebad life then ;(
Under stress, I completely shut down on my decision-making. Can't sleep. I don't know if it's because of Aspergers or trauma from losing my daughter and being involved with a narcissist. I heard maybe niacin can help. People who are close to me really try to help, as though, they know it's something beyond my coping abilities.
I feel like meditation is an incredible powerful stress release tool that should absolutely be included on this list. It’s been the most powerful thing for me by far.
Indeed
After watching you're vedeo..its clear now for me...iAm in too much stress...coz of family.. Work...thank you very much
I’m watching and listening to this realising how stressed I am during the day and now feeling my stress levels rising just listening. I am having a hmmmm moment
My go to drink every morning is a large bottle of plain home filtered water. I wake up, brush my teeth, wash my face, chug down my morning water. I feel my brain & body respond immediately after drinking water. I have never been a coffee drinker, had a very bad soda habit which I kicked more than 10 years ago. Now, no caffeine for me!
I have all these signs. Thanks for sharing. U are a good motivator doctor. Greetings from India 🇮🇳
UNBELIEVABLE!!!! I am a VERY HIGH STRESS/ANXIOUS PERSON and i have all signs except acne/osteo.
There are times i literally shake from the stress. I also have chronic anemia, to the point of needing iron infusion.
My sleeping is so bad, i have the opposite schedule of most people. I cannot fall asleep until after 4 a.m., can't wake up most days before 2 p.m.
My heart sometimes just starts racing for no reason and i get tremors that last almost 30 minutes. I'm ALWAYS on edge and in last 2 years since car accident, my tolerance level is terrible!! Friends have told me that i am quick to yell, and have developed a temper and ready to fight if pushed.
Is there any way that I can contact you? I've been trying to find treatment, but, i just can't seem to find a qualified doctor. I always say, " I stress out because of my stress!!"
I am in NY area. I definitely need/want help
avoid toxic people
Thank you highlighting symptoms and letting us know what we can do
These last 2 years have been some of the most stressful times of my life, hair has receded lots and turning grey especially the last 4 months.
The mighty, How are you now? Be careful what you feed your mind. To feel better reduce negative thoughts and overthinking. Avoid comparing with others, reduce negative social media and watching symptoms of diseases and avoid constipation as it affects the mind. Your breathing is closely related to the brain [mind] and gives relief from stress-anxiety. To relax sit on a chair or lie down, neck straight, eyes closed, avoid moving too much and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for 5-10-15 minutes or more. Never meditate with expectations but with awareness. Don’t fight your thoughts. With daily practice the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Observe your breath sensations before sleep, when reading, in the kitchen, when taking a walk etc -----anytime-anywhere. Like me, make this a lifetime daily habit to have a better life. Best wishes--Counsellor.
I developed prediabetes when I went to nursing school due to stress, I followed a low carb diet, exercised every day, it didn't change my A1C. I started eating plant based vegan and my A1C has been normal since. I tried Keto as well, had a headache and brain fog the whole time I was on the diet, lasted one month. Why do you think everyone will respond well to one type of diet? I think gut microbiome has to be considered.
Many people probably have chronic stress these days, me included. I have the salt craving and sinus issues, and some of the others on the list. When I'm stressed, I crack and eat salty sunflower seeds.
you are a jewel, doc, words are not enough to describe my gratitude. This is a way to educate people about our physiology so we can understand ourselves and help others. Oh boy!😂 I am learning a lot and improving my English. THANK YOU!!!!!💜
100% agreed