Overcoming Hurricane Stress Getting a grip after Sandy leaves town
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t’s more than chaos. It’s more than uncertainty. The upheaval brought about by a natural disaster the likes of Hurricane Sandy
forces us to reorganize how we see the world. “We lose our mental mind map,” says Henri Roca, MD, medical director of Greenwich Hospital’s Integrative Medicine Program in Greenwich, Connecticut. “The challenge is that everything is different, from the places we usually go, the routes we drive, the colleagues and friends we see.” Stress can manifest itself in feelings of listlessness, helplessness
or indecisiveness, or as fear and anxiety, or with changes in sleep or appetite. To keep yourself strong and positive as much as possible when facing the adversity of natural disaster and upheaval, Dr. Roca suggests: Pay attention to nutrition, and eat a diet high in protein. Stay away from sweets and carbohydrates, especially simple carbs from white flour. You need protein to make neurotransmitters, the chemicals that help give you a sense of resilience. Focus on exercise, even if it’s just taking a walk as a family.
Keep moving. Exercise helps to reduce depression. Visit friends and family. Ask for help if you need it. Gentle music, meditation, deep breathing or quiet time reading can provide a well-needed break. “The focus should be on maintaining nutrition, maintaining ex-
ercise, paying attention to the effect of light and the interaction with others, and then using some targeted supplements, remembering that during times of great stress nobody gets extra points for perfection,” said Dr. Roca.
Since opening in 1903, Greenwich Hospital has evolved into a progressive medical center and teaching institution representing all medical specialties and offering a wide range of medical, surgical, diagnostic and wellness programs.
Toys for Tots Drop Off at The Coffee Trade of Avon
drop off the toys at The Coffee Trade, located at 21 W. Main St. in Avon. The Coffee Trade is accepting donations until December 15th. This is a wonderful way to give back during the holidays and while you’re there, why not enjoy their amazing, fresh-roasted coffee, exotic teas and gourmet baked goods! The mission of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots
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Program is to collect new, unwrapped toys during October, Novem- ber and December each year, and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community. The primary goal of Toys for Tots is to deliver, through a shiny new toy at Christmas, a message of hope to needy youngsters that will motivate them to grow into responsible, productive, patriotic citizens and community leaders. Please remember that there are many older children (ages 10-13) in need as well when thinking of gifts to donate.
The Coffee Trade is located at 21 W. Main St. in Avon. See ad on page 20.
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