Current stress You’ve probably heard the saying that a healthy mind can only be found in a healthy body. Well, unfortunately, it works both ways. A healthy body also needs a healthy mind. That’s what we’re going to look at in this article. The subject of this article is stress, and we’re going to take …
How to calm your sympathetic system What is the sympathetic system? The heartbeat is controlled by the autonomic nervous system (ANS), which regulates heart rate, blood pressure, breathing and digestion, among other things. This system comprises two main parts that work together to maintain the body’s equilibrium: the sympathetic nervous system (the fight-or-flight mechanism) -the …
What is the oxygenation When we talk about oxygenation, we’re talking about measuring oxygen saturation levels in the blood. You’re probably wondering what the oxygen saturation level is, and what it means for you? Oxygen saturation levels: Let’s not forget that blood circulation both supplies oxygen to all body tissues and transports carbon dioxide to …
What do I need to know about respiratory frequency? What is respiratory rate? Respiratory rate is the number of breaths per minute. The normal respiratory rate of a healthy adult at rest is 12 to 20 breaths per minute. A respiratory rate of less than 12 or more than 25 breaths per minute at rest …
What is heart rate variability ? Would you like to know more about heart rate variability? Heart rate variability (HRV) is a measure of the activity of the autonomic nervous system, a concept explained in this article. Heart rate variability is considered one of the best indicators of the human body’s physical and sporting capabilities. …
What is the heart rate ? The heart is at the center of the body’s circulatory system, consisting of a network of blood vessels (arteries, veins and capillaries) that carry blood to and from all areas of the body. Your heart’s electrical system controls the frequency and rhythm of your heartbeats. Heart rate is the …
