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www.insideHALTON.com | OAKVILLE BEAVER | Friday, April 8, 2016 | 16 Tips to help you cope with stress at work Extra work k load l d takes k its toll ll on the h mental l health h l h of f employees l The workers of the world are working more. So says an annual study of employee benefit trends from MetLife. In 2010, 40 percent of employees admitted their workload had increased compared with the previous year. While there are many reasons that can account for a heavier workload at the office, heavy layoffs in countries across the globe has, in many instances, left those who weren't laid off with extra work. And companies might be surprised to know just how much this approach isn't working. TheMetLife study also found that 68 percent of employees surveyed reported that the quality of their work had suffered and that fear of losing their jobs played a significant role in how well they did their jobs. Good stress and bad stress While employees might not be able to quell their fears of one day being laid off, there are things they can do to reduce the stress that often accompanies such fears. Stress is a part of most professions and can even be a good motivator. However, when stress is prolonged or excessive, the results can be very unhealthy. Men and women with high stress levels are more likely to suffer from depression, anxiety and cardiovascular disease. When faced with prolonged or excessive stress at the office, men and women can take the following approaches to avoid succumbing to stress. · Manage time effectively. One of the problems with an increased workload is the time in the day to complete that work does not simultaneously increase. This reality makes it easy to become overwhelmed with stress. But a few time management techniques can help. Prioritize certain tasks, ensuring projects that are time-sensitive get done ahead of f those that aren't. When setting a schedule for work, be realistic. If a schedule isn't realistic, that will only cause more stress. Spring has sprung, which means it's time to re-energize and get organized, starting with the kitchen. Follow these top tips from registered dietitian, Sue Mah, for easy ways to organize your family's kitchen now and all year-round. Toss it: · Throw out any food or leftovers in your fridge or pantry that are well past the best before date. · Look for canned items that may have rust, bulges or big dents. The food may be spoiled, so it's safer to discard. * Determine what is causing the stress. Stress triggers vary depending on the individual, so men and women who are coping with excessive stress should write down anything that causes them a negative response, whether that response is physical, emotional or mental. After a week, sit down and look at the various things that triggered these negative responses. Choose one and work to resolve it. Determine if there is a way this trigger can be avoided. Do this with each trigger one by one. It might not be possible to successfully address each trigger, but it's worth the try and it is likely that certain triggers can be successfully avoided. · Remain physically active. Exercise is a great remedy for stress. In fact, the American Psychological Association notes that studies have suggested physically active people have lower rates of anxiety and depression than sedentary people. While research is ongoing, some researchers feel exercise enhances the body's ability to respond to stress. In addition, exercise seems to give the body practice at dealing with stress. While exercising, the body's physiological systems are forced to communicate with one another. These same systems must also communicate with one another when responding to stress. Regular exercise helps the body communicate more efficiently, something that helps when the time comes to respond to stress. Stress at the office is likely always going to be a concern for working men and women. However, there are ways to effectively cope with stress no matter how daunting a workload might be. (MNS) Heavier workloads have left many workers dealing with elevated levels of stress. · Maintain a personal life. Effectively managing stress at work involves having a personal life away from the office. All work and no play is a recipe for stress. No matter how big a workload awaits you at the office, be sure to make time for enjoyable activities away from work. Spend time with friends and family, plan a weekend getaway or simply relax at home. Such time, even if it's not as often as you might like, makes dealing with stress at the office that much easier to handle. 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Think of grains as the `little black dress' of your pantry ­ you can never have too many. · Low-sodium canned fish, stewed tomatoes, spices and oils. · Canned lentils and beans for a soup, stew, salad and even baked goods. · Nuts, seeds, and peanut butter for fast and convenient sources of protein. Revive your fridge: Keep a variety of healthy choices on hand for grab-and-go snacks and beverage options: · Fill your crisper with colourful fruits and vegetables. · Pre-cut veggies and cheese, and keep them in containers at eye level so they're easy to see. · Pack your fridge with refreshing beverages like Florida Orange Juice, a nutrient-rich beverage with potassium, folate and vitamin C for a healthy diet. · Stock up on frozen corn, peas, spinach and frozen berries when the fresh varieties are out of season. · Pre-make meals and drinks like a smoothie with frozen berries, Greek yogurt and Florida Orange Juice. 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