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Too Much News Can Be Bad for Your Heart
Of course you want to be up to date on current events, but obsessively watching news about the stock market and unemployment numbers can result in a greater production of stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline, which can increase your risk of heart disease.
Gratitude is Good for Your Health
Pausing to acknowledge the good things in your life not only makes you happier; it may also improve your health. Studies have shown that people who regularly practice gratitude experience lowered blood pressure, feel less hostile, and are more likely to quit smoking and lose weight.
Try to Find the Silver Lining
A positive outlook is good for your heart: Optimists are 30 percent less likely to die of heart disease than pessimists, found a University of Pittsburgh study following 100,000 postmenopausal women. The next time you face a challenge, count your blessings or talk it over with a friend until you find the brighter side of things.
Tip Talk: Rev Up Your Playlist for Heart Health
From our Daily Tips: "Turn Up the Tunes!"
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