In recent years, increasing numbers of Bulgarians have experienced anxiety, unease, nervousness, stress, fear or burnout (occupational burnout syndrome).
All of these can disrupt hormonal balance, exhaust the body, weaken immunity and trigger serious health problems.
Statistics indicate that one in three employees is affected by burnout to some degree, with consequences including emotional exhaustion, loss of motivation and deterioration in physical health.
Research findings indicate that poor leadership and a lack of support from managers are among the causes of increased stress and burnout among employees. These can have serious consequences for workers’ mental and physical health, including depression and anxiety.1.
According to the WHO, 20% of the world’s population experienced different forms of anxiety and depression in the past year alone. The stressful situations we face each day also cause substantial changes to our sleeping and waking patterns, and restful sleep is an extremely important factor in good health. Insufficient, poor-quality sleep exposes us to even more stress and, in the long term, can lead to persistent insomnia and overload. Managing stress and securing quality sleep are fundamental to our overall health.
We discuss how to manage anxiety, stress and burnout safely and effectively and secure restful sleep with Dr Alina Milusheva-Desimirova, specialist in psychiatry in Pleven.
Dr Desimirova, what is the relationship between stress and insomnia, and what consequences can they have?
These two conditions influence each other. Sleep deprivation leads to stress, and stress leads to insomnia. Reduced sleep duration has been shown to result in poorer thought processes, concentration and attention, while poor sleep is associated with a dramatic deterioration in mental health. It affects mood and emotional wellbeing and reduces the ability to cope with stress.
Insomnia leads to chronic sleep deprivation and increases the risk of depression. Work capacity is impaired. In the long term, insufficient sleep leads to weight gain, is associated with insulin resistance, and increases the risk of diabetes and heart disease.
It can cause confusion and muscle pain, memory lapses, increased stress-hormone levels, headaches and high blood pressure. A lack of sleep can also impair the body’s ability to fight illness and weaken immunity.
Poor sleep quality is usually caused by increased stress and anxiety. We should therefore look for products that address the underlying cause of sleep deprivation and reduce levels of stress, depression and anxiety.
How can we dispel stress naturally and safely and secure healthy sleep?
USE NATURAL SOLUTIONS FROM NATURE!
It is important to care for ourselves and not neglect activities that bring us pleasure, such as listening to music, dancing or practising a favourite sport. Set aside at least one hour for yourself each day; meditate and rest.
Natural ingredients are also available that can support relaxation and bring a measure of calm to everyday life.
I recommend using ABO RUE by ABOPHARMA. This entirely natural product is, in my view, one of the best natural relaxation aids.
I will now explain why:
PROVIDES COMPLETE RELAXATION FOR THE BODY
ABO RUE contains an optimally balanced combination of L-theanine, valerian-root extract and hop cones, with added magnesium and vitamin B6. Together, these provide an effective means of reducing anxiety, tension and stress and delivering complete relaxation for the body.
RELIEVES FEELINGS OF ANXIETY, FEAR AND BURNOUT
ABO RUE is particularly suitable for people experiencing mental and emotional tension, prolonged stress, fear, anxiety or depression. It is recommended for burnout, a condition affecting increasing numbers of people in recent years and caused by accumulated negative emotions that can lead to serious psychological breakdown. The product helps address every aspect of burnout, including emotional exhaustion, apathy, a lack of motivation for work and sudden episodes of anger. This means that ABO RUE can also be taken during the day for anxiety, nervousness or difficulty focusing on everyday tasks, not only in the evening to support sleep.
SUPPORTS NATURAL SLEEP WITHOUT ALTERING SLEEP PHASES
Falling asleep more easily and enjoying restful sleep after taking ABO RUE occur through a natural mechanism once stress and anxiety have been comprehensively relieved. The product supports natural sleep without inducing it and without altering sleep phases. This is important because, if sleep is short or interrupted and does not follow its biological rhythm and cycle, the vital processes characteristic of each phase cannot occur with the completeness and quality needed for us to wake refreshed and rested. Its use does not cause the morning ‘hangover’ feeling associated with many sedative medicines.
How does L-theanine support relaxation and reduce stress levels?
L-theanine is an amino acid derived from green tea. It crosses the blood–brain barrier and, 30–45 minutes after intake, increases levels of α₁ brain waves associated with relaxation and attention. It also raises levels of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the body, reducing neuronal activity, supporting natural mental and physical relaxation and strengthening mental health. L-theanine also lowers blood pressure.
How do the other natural components of ABO RUE contribute to relaxation and falling asleep?
Valerian extract, combined with hop-cone extract, provides an excellent alternative to medicinal products in moderate forms of anxiety and insomnia. Valerian makes sleep deeper and calmer. It has a sedative effect on the brain and increases the concentration of gamma-aminobutyric acid in the body, thereby reducing anxiety and improving sleep quality. It supports relaxation and relieves accumulated tension immediately after intake.
Hop-cone extract has a calming effect on the nervous system.
Magnesium and vitamin B6 reduce feelings of physical and mental fatigue and normalise nervous-system function.
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ABO RUE is a powerful natural combination of ingredients that supports relaxation and sleep. It increases the activity of alpha waves, the ‘brain waves of relaxation and sleep’, limits night-time waking and provides a feeling of freshness and rest. It provides complete relaxation for the body and dispels stress and tension.
The product is suitable for prolonged use. No side effects or dependence have been established, and it can be combined with other preparations. It is also possible to drive immediately after taking it.
Reference:
1 [oai_citation:6,Addressing employee burnout: Are you solving the right problem? | McKinsey] (https://www.mckinsey.com/mhi/our-insights/addressing-employee-burnout-are-you-solving-the-right-problem) [oai_citation:7,Burnout at Work Is Affecting 52% of Americans | Psychology Today] (https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/sustainable-life-satisfaction/202110/burnout-work-is-affecting-52-americans).
