Stress is a factor that contributes to heart disease risk true or false

Stress is a factor that contributes to heart disease risk. This statement is TRUE.  

Heart disease or also known as cardiovascular disease generally refers to conditions that involve narrowed or blocked blood vessels that can lead to a heart attack, chest pain (angina) or stroke.

Stress is a factor that contributes to heart disease. When you are stressed, your body releases a hormone that temporarily causes your heart rate to speed up and your blood pressure to rise. High blood pressure can increase your risk of a heart attack.

Some people release their stress to some negative activity that increases the chance of heart disease risk such as smoking, too much drinking alcohol, unhealthy diet and physically inactive.

Managing stress is important for your overall health. Chronic stress is a true factor for heart disease. Some ways to reduce stress such as relaxation, balance life, talking to professional or get treatment when you are stressed, reduce caffeine, spend time with family and friend and also doing your hobbies.

How hypertension, stroke, and heart disease are related

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