Protect Yourself from Stress | Andrew Weil, M.D.

Dr. Weil discusses the harmful effects of stress and how they can raise cortisol levels in the body. One effective method of reducing stress is to recognize stressors in everyday life and to quell them before they become unmanageable. Another method of reducing stress is to practice breathing exercises - a simple yet effective method of lowering heart rate and blood pressure while focusing on the body.