Stress can negatively impact your health. Stress is a contributing factor that increase your risk for heart disease. Increased blood pressure and cholesterol can cause damage to artery walls surrounding the heart. Focus on healthy ways to decrease your stress level. Please review the link provided for more information.
- Spend time with family and friends that make you laugh and enjoy life
- Watch funny movies and shows on television
- Relax by doing deep breathing exercises
- Take time out to walk away from stressful situations or people
- Exercise daily
- Get a pet to help deal with stress
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TIP: Enjoy your favorite activity or try something new that will help decrease your stress level.
Published on July 23, 2023
