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Can stress contribute to my heart failure?
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Maybe : Stress can contribute to almost everything.
Answered 12/20/2011
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Yes!: Stress is the result of internal conflict, the non-specific sympathetic reaction to thoughts and mental images that your limbic system thinks is dangerous. In the vain attempt at fight or flight the heart is overloaded. Learn to relax! letting go of stress is vital (drmiller.Com). Balance this with healthy exercise. Live in the present, practice gratitude, and be happy with the beauty of the world.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Yes : Too much stress can reduce well being. Energy that you may need to make your heart healthy, goes into dealing with stress, instead. Managing stress is a key factor in reducing risk of heart disease. A stress management class, self-help reading, or counseling can help.
Answered 9/28/2016
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