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You Are Slowly Damaging Your Brain When Doing These 6 Things

1. Inadequate Sleeping and Excessive Thinking;

Several researches have revealed that the brain purifies itself of toxins only during the deep sleep cycle. Lack of sleep can cause the death of brain cells, which can lead to impaired memory and reduced abilities. Some people over work their brain during the day and at last get few sleep, it is totally wrong; after the day's activity, you ought to give time to rest adequately to all your brain relax and function better.

2. Inadequate Water Intake;

As we all know that 80% of the brain is water. Brain needs enough water to think faster and focus better. So, it’s very important that you stay hydrated all the time. Drinking plenty of water will benefit both your body and brain to function better. Some people don't like drinking water, they only drink water when they are thirsty, it is scientifically wrong! You drink water at all time not only when you feel dehydrated or thirsty why because all metabolic activities in the body is controlled by water; so the brain needs more water.

3. Staying in Poorly Ventilated Area

The brain requires high level of oxygen to function. According to research four minutes seizure of oxygen to the brain leads to death immediately. So staying in a poorly Ventilated area for a long period of time can affect the functionality of the brain.

4. Excessive Sugar Consumption;

Excessive intake of sugar for a long period disturbs our body’s capacity to absorb proteins and nutrients. This result in a condition called malnutrition, which deters brain’s growth. It happens because our body lacks adequate nutrients in the blood, and hence, it does not deliver enough nutrients to our brain, which in turn, deters its development. The brain requires high level of nutrients to function properly.

5. Smoking of Cigarettes

Research have proven that smoking does not only cause liver or lung damage it also affects the brain. Cigarettes contain addictive nicotine which causes the brain to shrink. Brain shrinkage is caused as a result of smoking and excessive intake of nicotine. That is to say if you are addicted to smoking, you are putting your brain in grave danger.

6. Playing Loud Music with Earphones or Headphones Can Cause Loss of Memory;
 
Some people are found of listening to music at a very high volume, they will increase the volume to the highest while the song is on, it is totally wrong. Listening to music at a very high volume with your earphones or headphones might damage your hearing abilities permanently. It can result in some brain problems such as loss of memory and damage to your brain tissue in the coming future. This is because brain is the one, which takes efforts to comprehend what is being said around you. If you apply excess pressure on your brain, it’s sure to get damaged.

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What Does High Cortisol Do To Our Body

Thanks, Benedict, for your kind words. Let me first inform you and other readers what a Cortisol is. It is a stress hormone and a steroid hormone that is produced from a structure called Adrenal glands located on top of the kidneys. Cortisol is important for your health, but too much of it can wreak havoc on your body and cause several unwanted symptoms.

What are the symptoms of high Cortisol?
Weight gain, mostly around the midsection and upper back
Weight gain and rounding of the face
Acne and thinning skin
Easy bruising and flushed face
Slowed healing and muscle weakness
Severe fatigue and irritability
Difficulty concentrating and high blood pressure
Headache

What do high Cortisol levels mean?

A high Cortisol level can mean several things. High Cortisol may be referred to as Cushing syndrome. This condition results from your body making too much Cortisol.
Some common symptoms of Cushing syndrome include:

Fatty deposits in the midsection, face, or between the shoulders
Purple stretch marks
Weight gain and slow-healing injuries
Thinning skin
Several things can contribute to the development of high Cortisol among them are:
Stress

Stress triggers a combination of signals from both hormones and nerves. These signals cause your adrenal glands to release hormones, including adrenaline and cortisol. The result is an increase in heart rate and energy. It is your body’s way of preparing itself for potentially dangerous or harmful situations.

Cortisol also helps to limit any functions that are not essential in a fight-or-flight situation. Once the threat passes, your hormones return to their usual levels. This whole process can be a lifesaver. But when you are under constant stress, this response does not always turn off.

Long-term exposure to Cortisol and other stress hormones can wreak havoc on almost all your body’s processes, increasing your risk of many health issues.

Pituitary gland issues

The pituitary gland is a tiny organ at the base of your brain that controls the secretion of various hormones. Issues with the pituitary gland can cause it to under- or over-produce hormones, including adrenocorticotropic hormone. This is the hormone that triggers the adrenal glands to release cortisol.

Pituitary conditions that can cause high cortisol levels include:

 
Hyperpituitarism (overactive pituitary gland)
Benign pituitary tumors, including adenomas
Cancerous pituitary tumors
Adrenal gland tumors

Your adrenal glands are located above each kidney. Adrenal gland tumors can be benign (noncancerous) or malignant (cancerous) and range in size. Both types can secrete high levels of hormones, including Cortisol. This can lead to Cushing syndrome.
 
Medication side effects

Certain medications can cause an increase in cortisol levels. For example, oral contraceptives are link to increased Cortisol in the blood. Corticosteroid medications used to treat asthma, arthritis, and certain cancers.

Circulating estrogen can increase cortisol levels in your blood. This can be caused by estrogen therapy and pregnancy. It is the most common cause of high Cortisol levels in women.