The Hidden Health Effects of Grief!

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The Hidden Health Effects of Grief.  Grief can profoundly impact your health, affecting everything from sleep and energy levels to heart health. Understanding these effects can help you manage your well-being during difficult times.  References: https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/ss/slideshow-grief-health-effects

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00:00Welcome back Sunbro, we hope you all in great health and great money.

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00:09Alright, today we are going to talk about the hidden health effects of grief.

00:14Grief can profoundly impact your health, affecting everything from sleep and energy

00:17levels to heart health. Understanding these effects can help you manage your

00:21well-being during difficult times. 1. Sleep Problems

00:25Grief can disrupt your sleep, making it hard to fall asleep,

00:28stay asleep, or even causing you to oversleep. To improve your sleep, try relaxing activities

00:33before bed like taking a bath, reading, or doing breathing exercises, and keep a consistent sleep

00:38schedule. 2. Fatigue

00:40The emotional weight of grief can sap your energy. To stay strong, eat regularly, exercise,

00:45even a short walk helps, and stay connected with family and friends. Consider seeing a mental

00:50health professional or joining a support group for extra help.

00:533. Immune System Grief can weaken your immune system,

00:56making it harder to fight off illnesses. If you're struggling to cope with your loss,

01:01talk to your doctor or a mental health professional.

01:034. Inflammation Inflammation in your body may contribute

01:06to conditions like heart disease, arthritis, diabetes, asthma, and possibly cancer. Regular

01:12exercise and a healthy diet can help manage inflammation.

01:155. Anxiety You may feel out of control and anxious about

01:19the future. If your anxiety persists for more than a few months or disrupts your daily life,

01:23consider talking to a mental health professional.

01:266. Cortisol Your body may release more cortisol,

01:29but stress hormone, after a loss. Prolonged high levels of cortisol can increase your risk of heart

01:34disease and high blood pressure. 7. Digestion

01:37Disrupted eating habits can cause digestive issues like nausea, stomach cramps, diarrhea,

01:42constipation, ulcers, and irritable bowel syndrome. If these issues persist,

01:47see your doctor for treatment options. 8. Aches and pains

01:50Grief can lead to muscle tension and cause joint pain, back pain, or headaches.

01:55If these pains persist, talk to your doctor about pain management strategies.

01:599. Heart rate Serious grief can raise your heart rate for

02:02up to six months, increasing your risk of heart problems. Consult your doctor about

02:07medication adjustments if you already have heart issues.

02:1010. Broken heart syndrome The sudden loss of a loved one can cause

02:14intense emotional stress, leading to sharp chest pain and difficulty breathing. While it can feel

02:18like a heart attack, it usually doesn't cause permanent damage, and most people recover within

02:22a few days or weeks. 11. Higher heart attack risk

02:26Your risk of a heart attack is higher on the first day of grief and decreases over the first

02:30week but remains elevated for the first month. Ensure you get enough sleep and watch for heart

02:35attack symptoms like chest pain, stomach pain, cold sweats, nausea, and dizziness.

02:40Remember, while grief can take a toll on your health, there are steps you can take to manage

02:44its effects. Stay connected, seek professional help if needed, and take care of your body and

02:48mind. Thanks for watching, Sunbro. Please subscribe, like, comment, and share if you

02:54find this helpful. Come again to our next meeting Sunbro.

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