Effects of Stress

Health Effects of Stress

Impaired Immune function
Increased inflammation
Decreased bone density
Memory deficits
Increased appetite
Weight gain
Fat deposits around abdomen
Increased resistance to insulin
Increased blood sugar
Increased cholesterol
Increase in triglycerides
Increased blood clotting
Impaired would healing
Poorer sleep
Increase pain sensation
More fatigue
Mood deterioration
Lessening of healthy habits

Timothy McCall, MD "Yoga As Medicine" 2007