7 Simple Stress Busters

This Week's Tip 7 Simple Stress Busters Stress. You know it isn't good for your mind, but did you know that it can also hurt your heart? Experts aren't sure why people with chronic stress have higher rates of heart disease, but they believe that stress (and the hormones it releases) may damage the arteries over time and make blood clots more likely to form. Just one stressful episode can elevate the heart rate and blood pressure for a short period, and even lead to a heart attack. Some people find unhealthy ways to deal with stress, such as overeating, smoking, or drinking, all of which are additional risk factors for heart disease. Identifying your stressors and dealing with them in a healthy way can help protect your heart. Tame Stress, Protect Your Ticker » More Tips for Heart Health » Heart Friendly Recipe 20 Minute Ginger-Garlic Chicken This dish is perfect for busy nights. Get the Recipe See More Healthy Heart Recipes » Nutritional Info Servings Per Recipe: 4  Amount Per Serving  Calories: 334.8 Total Fat: 8.3 g Cholesterol: 65.7 mg Sodium: 210.7 mg Total Carbs: 33.8 g   Dietary Fiber: 5.3 g Protein: 31.6 g View full nutritional breakdown of 20 Minute Ginger-Garlic Chicken by ingredient Join the movement by clicking the link below to earn your SparkPoints, or connecting with SparkPeople in one of these other ways: UNSUBSCRIBE © 2017 SparkPeople, Inc. All rights reserved. Terms | Privacy | Manage Emails