1 week Ago By [email protected] (Kate Lally, Nicola Croal)
Dr Mark Hyman, a prominent doctor and author known for The Doctor's Farmacy podcast, is urging social media users to stop engaging in one daily routine millions are guilty of which can lead to a number of health problems. On his Instagram account, where he boasts over 3M followers, he stated: "Our brains are on overload. Bombarded by endless notifications, doom scrolling, and heated debates-especially with politics dominating social media.
" He continued by discussing the adverse effects this habit can have, SurreyLive reports. He explained: "This constant stimulation floods your system with stress hormones like cortisol, over-activating your amygdala (the brain's fear centre) and leaving you feeling anxious, irritable, and exhausted. "Research shows that chronic exposure to this kind of stress impairs focus, disrupts sleep, and even weakens your immune system.
" Emphasising the importance of taking breaks, Dr Hyman advised: "Step away. Let your brain reset. Take a walk in nature, practice breathwork to calm your nervous system, or simply embrace moments of boredom-where creativity and problem-solving thrive.
"Disconnecting from the noise isn't just a break; it's essential for your mental and physical health." Join the Daily Record' s WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. On a shared graphic, the text urged a disconnection from our devices: "Stop taking your phone to the bathroom.
Stop using your phone when you're eating. Stop checking it during every moment of downtime." Hyman also encouraged embracing dull moments: "Experiment with allowing yourself to experience boredom.
Our brains didn't evolve for this level of stimulation. It's important to get bored and let the magic happen." Don't miss the latest news from around Scotland and beyond - Sign up to our daily newsletter here .
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