How to improve your quality of life during a pandemic

Methods for improving the quality of life during a pandemic with anxiety disorders and insomnia. In the previous article we looked at examples of anxiety disorders associated with the current level of stress in our time. Today we will tell you how you can relieve anxious feelings and improve your mood. The first remedy is, of course, SPORT! Due to the fact that the opportunities for classes in clubs and sections are significantly limited. Despite this, you shouldn’t give up strength and moderate-intensity aerobic exercise. In studies, training significantly improves the condition of patients with anxiety symptoms. Even moderate-intensity exercise allows you to experience fewer anxiety symptoms, reducing their intensity. The results of studies on the influence of ANXIETY-SPORT show that a quarter of those studied do not have any effect. Therefore, it is impossible to say unequivocally that this recommendation will give 100% results, but it is worth trying home workouts. Consider YOGA! According to the results of the research, it became clear that yoga is much more effective than sports and relieves any level of anxiety well. Yoga classes lasting an hour to an hour and a half reduce neurotransmitter deficiency, which leads to anxiety disorders. I am very glad that you can practice yoga even during self-isolation, especially since during quarantine you have the opportunity to have free access to online courses or agree with a personal trainer to conduct practices online. Another important aspect is the BRAIN - GUTS connection. Especially against the backdrop of the coronavirus panic and being forced to stay at home, many are trying to eat away their stress with not very healthy food. We can say with confidence that a sedentary lifestyle and many substances involved in digestion and intestinal function can increase anxiety, and even provoke the development of anxiety disorders. You also need to understand that anxiety, in turn, can provoke the gastrointestinal tract. Therefore, solving eating problems improves overall health and reduces anxiety levels. Here you need to consult a gastroenterologist. Typically, therapy with probiotics, dietary nutrition, and restoration of water balance are prescribed (drink at least 2.5 liters of water per day). What is also important is the use of dietary supplements, vitamins, and herbal infusions. All these additional means will definitely improve the well-being (condition of the skin, hair, nails) and, accordingly, the appearance of the patient. You need to include in your life more positive emotions from communicating with loved ones (hugs, kisses), in the autumn - winter period, try to be in the light of fluorescent lamps and pleasant music. All these amenities reduce the concentration of cortisol (stress hormone). It is also recommended to include massage, aromatherapy using essential oils (lavender, chamomile, tangerine...) - these activities are very calming, help you relax and reduce the overall level of tension. In a word, to combat increased anxiety during quarantine, you need to use all possible options, without stopping at just one thing, and an integrated approach will certainly help you survive and learn to adapt to mental difficulties. Try to leave as much of what is familiar, beloved, and comfortable in your life as possible so that you experience as little discomfort as possible from forced isolation. Take quarantine as an opportunity to slow down! (Remember your favorite hobbies, get some sleep, re-read books, or just do nothing!) Think about life and understand what you really want? The main thing is not to aggravate the symptoms that appear, do not miss the time to take action! - and consult a specialist on time, without delay. All these disorders can be successfully treated, the main thing is not to be afraid and not to hush up the problem!