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Chronic tension raises blood pressure and increases levels of stress hormones which can trigger the building up of plaque in the arteries in the heart. "Stress may actually cause damage to artery walls in addition to plaque buildup," cautions Eve Adamson, author of The Everything Stress Management Book.
Feeling stressed out lately? Try relaxing techniques like yoga, meditation, tai chi, pilates or a simple exercise such as jogging or walking. Or call a close friend or two to catch up -- stress coping becomes easier when you have the social support you need.
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