Wendy Christien - 18 Feb 2021 - Stimulants

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The tendency to reach for stimulants to borrow energy has become quite a habit for many people. You only need to look at the number of coffee shops around as well as the ranges of energy drinks that are available.

Adding stimulants may provide a temporary lift, but it actually perpetuates the stress cycle, continually stimulates the nervous system and worsens
exhaustion.

18 Feb 2021 English South Africa Health & Fitness · Christianity

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