The Stress Effect

by Richard Weinstein

Examines the long-term effects of stress on human health and the health ailments, including intestinal inflammation, caused by stress, and introduces a series of effective programs for correcting imbalances, repairing the intestinal tract lining, and managing stress, accompanied by a commonsense diet that promotes balance and a helpful resource guide. Original.

Genres: Health

208 pages, Paperback

First published January 26, 2004

About the author

Dr. Richard Weinstein is a chiropractor in private practice in Santa Cruz county in central California. He is a member of the American Chiropractic Association's Council on Nutrition and of the National Institute of Chiropractic Research.

Reviews

[Jen · Rating 4 out of 5]

The concepts presented in the Stress Effect aren't new. Stress, whether physical or emotional, is harmful to the body. It creates inflammation, damages any body organ and will lead to overall dis-ease. However, I liked the easy-to-understand way the author presented the complicated ways stress actually reaps havoc. Another area he touched on that was facinating to me is the power of the mind to actually create symptoms. He also touched on action steps to reduce the damage of inflammation and to get rid of the culprits - including emotional stress. He offered a bit more than breathing techniques, but ideas that are doable. Even though I was "forced" to read this book to renew my nutritionist license, I am glad I took the time to go through this resource.