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Take a walk in the woods to boost immunity, shake off stress

It’s not just a psychological effect, plants release important chemicals that, when we breathe them in, trigger key immune activity

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Music eases children’s pain and distress while in hospital

A visit to the emergency room can be frightening for children but a simple intervention of playing music can help keep them calm during medical procedures.

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Stressed? Beta glucan supports mood and immune function

In women experiencing moderate stress, supplementing with beta-glucan improved vigour and reduced vulnerability to illness

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Helping others shields us from stress, prolongs life

Lend a helping hand; new research shows doing good for others is also good for your health

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Chill out – prostate cancer cells thrive on stress

Prostate cancer cells grow faster and cancer therapy is less effective in the presence of stress hormones, say US scientists

Black cohosh relieves stress in women – and men

A new study shows this traditional ‘women’s remedy’ potentially has benefits for both sexes

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Meditation takes the stress out of multitasking

In a hi-tech world meditation can increase concentration and reduce emotional volatility and stress

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Stress and depression can make us age faster

Stress and depression don’t just make us feel older – they accelerate the ageing process at a cellular level, say scientists

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Helping your body to deal with stress

Tension that builds up in your body can cause numerous health problems. Here’s two therapies that can help.

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Lavender oil helps patients endure the stress of having a jab

Lavender oil has been shown to reduce pain and stress in people undergoing a medical procedure involving needles

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