Blackmores Executive B-stress formula: a little support to stay stress-free this party season!

As we approach the party season the tension and stress can almost be felt in the air!  During this busy period everyone seems to just take a deep breath in and charge ahead with strict rules to get through the chaos. Rules like: I must get more sleep, exercise regularly, work more efficiently, limit caffeine and alcohol intake are all very well, but when you are simply too busy to even look at answering another RSVP, these rules can add to your already soaring stress levels.

The great news is that research shows you DON’T have to change your life to reduce stress. What you do need to do is change how you respond to it. It’s in your hands: more to the point, it’s in your mindset.

Our mindset can always use a little help, and it depends on a healthy nervous system. Introducing Blackmores Executive B Stress Formula, packed with vitamins, minerals and herbs to support the nervous system in times of pressure and tension. This specially formulated combination of B vitamins, magnesium and oats works to support a healthy response to stress and help to reduce nervous tension, containing herbs that are known for their calming qualities.

Stress places a heavy load on the nervous system and adrenal glands, especially if it’s ongoing. This can result in the adrenal glands becoming ‘exhausted’ and may leave the individual feeling tired and ‘stressed out’. We all know that feeling!

Normal functioning of the adrenal glands and nervous system relies on B-group vitamins for the production of hormones and neurotransmitters. Vitamin B5 is important to the body’s ability to cope with stress because it plays a central role in the functioning of the adrenal glands. Similarly, folic acid and vitamin B6 are involved in the manufacture and effective action of mood-supporting hormones such as serotonin.

In the meantime: remember, your personal energy is renewable, time is not.

By fostering a few basic rituals to strengthen your physical, emotional and mental resilience, you can take a few important steps towards making the upcoming party season a stress-free one. Try just one of these;

1. Manage your Physical Energy;
• Enhance your sleep by going to bed earlier and reducing alcohol intake.
• Reduce stress by exercising at least three times a week.
• Eat small meals and light snacks every three hours.

2. Emotional Energy;
• Defuse negative emotions—irritability, impatience, insecurity—by breathing deeply.
• Adopt a reverse lens to upsetting situations; ‘What would the other person in this conflict say?’
• Fuel positive emotions by expressing thanks and appreciation in your emails and conversations.

3. Mental Energy;
• Reduce interruptions by performing important tasks away from busy phones and e-mail.
• Respond to voice mails and e-mails at designated times during the day.
• Every night, identify the most important challenge for the next day. Then make it your first priority that day.

4. Spiritual Energy;
• Identify your ‘sweet spot’ activities—those that give you feelings of effectiveness, effortless absorption and fulfilment. Find ways to do more of these.
• Allocate time and energy to what you consider most important. For example, spend the last 20 minutes of your evening commute relaxing, so you can connect with your family once you’re home.
• Live your core values. For instance, if being on time is important to you, show up five minutes early for meetings.

5. Take a Natural Stress Supplement!
• Boost your intake of B vitamins so that your adrenal glands and nervous system are able to function optimally in times of stress and pressure. 

Blackmores Executive B Stress
• RRP $14.40 - 28 tablets
• RRP $27.70 - 62 tablets
• RRP$48.70 - 125 tablets
• RRP $65.00 - 175 tablets

STOCKIST DETAILS: Blackmores Executive B Stress or Blackmores Women’s D-Stress tablets are available from leading pharmacy and health food stores nationwide. For more information or to speak to a qualified Naturopath call Blackmores free Advisory Service on 0508 75 74 73 or visit www.blackmoresnz.co.nz. 

NOTE: Always read the label and use as directed. Supplementary to a balanced diet
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