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How does high levels of stress and anxiety impact on my cardiovascular system?
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Stress: High levels of stress and anxiety can increase your heart rate and blood pressure. Over time this can accelerate atherosclerosis and other processes. Some people react worse to stress than others. The combination of stress and anxiety is probably additive. Finding ways to minimize both can make life both more enjoyable and perhaps less likely negatively effect your health.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Stress hormones: Stress hormones like cortisol increase the bodies ability to use energy during times of danger, activity, stress and anxiety but the stress hormone also strains the cardiovascular system. The body needs periods of rest and activity to maintain health.
Answered 8/7/2016
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