This post is a continuation of how the BioMat helps with stress. If you are feeling stress or are all stressed out, there are physical changes in your body. Increased adrenaline, cortisol and noradrenaline are part of a heightened stress response.

Stress affects four different bodily systems:

  • Musculoskeletal system
  • Cardiovascular system
  • Respiratory system
  • Gastrointestinal system

The musculoskeletal system – neck and shoulder tension is frequently a common physiological “first response” to stress. This may cause headaches, other back pain issues and can even go into the pelvic floor causing problems.

The cardiovascular system – stress can cause our heart rate to increase, as well as dilate blood vessels “shooting” blood to muscles and heart. If we do this over and over to our heart (from undeterred chronic stress), this is not healthy for our heart, arteries and veins. An American Psychology Association (APA) statement suggests that increased heart rate and long-term heightened stress hormones increase the risk for heart attack, stroke and high blood pressure issues.

The respiratory system – stress causes the body to breathe harder and faster distributing oxygen-rich blood throughout the body. It becomes a graver concert for asthmatic individuals and those who are prone to panic attacks or anxiety episodes.

The gastrointestinal system – both acid reflux and heartburn are exacerbated by stress. With mild forms of stress, stomach discomfort, nausea or digestive sensitivities may occur; chronic stress may cause ulcers, severe stomach pain or diarrhea.

So, how can bio-mats help with these four bodily systems? Beginners who try the BioMat and those who use it regularly say again and again, “The BioMat helps me to relax, reduces my stress levels, and improves my sleep.” This is important for all four bodily areas discussed above.

  • The BioMat helps relieve back pain contributing to a healthy musculoskeletal system.
  • Infrared heat helps open up the circulatory system which helps with both the cardiovascular and respiratory systems.
  • As amethyst detoxes the body, the gastrointestinal system is more in balance, avoiding acid reflux, heartburn, ulcers, etc.

We live in a stressful world and we are happy to share a powerful healing tool to help … the BioMat!  Call us for more information at 952-829-1919).