OXIDATIVE STRESS: UNMASKING THE ANXIETY CONNECTION

The human brain, with its voracious appetite for oxygen, is exceptionally vulnerable to oxidative stress due to its modest antioxidant defenses and lipid-rich composition. Recent studies have unveiled a compelling connection between oxidative stress and anxiety disorders, shedding light on the intricate role of neurotransmitters like GABA and serotonin in anxiety regulation. One notable revelation […]

A FEW FACTS ABOUT CAFFEINE

A large number of consumed dietary sources contain caffeine, such as coffee, tea, cocoa beverages, chocolate drinks, and soft drinks. The caffeine content in each of these food items ranges from 2 to 7mg for150ml of cocoa to 40 to 180mg for 150ml of coffee, but the worldwide daily consumption is estimated between 70 to […]

THE BREATH OF ANXIETY

Research shows that at rest breathing patterns are influenced by auditory and visual stimuli as well as emotional affects. Termed “ventilation personality”, those breathing patterns vary from one person to the next and they are repeated over long periods of time. Notably, breathing patterns in anxiety present irregularities, especially when it concerns respiratory rates (i.e., […]