Stress

Sweet Stress Relief May Fuel Bad Habit

Thu, 16 Apr 2015 18:09:14 +0000

Downing a can of soda may provide some relief from a tension-filled day. But too much of a sweet thing can become an unhealthy habit.

How Stressful Events Could Affect Kids' Health

Thu, 09 Apr 2015 22:59:54 +0000

Dealing with big stressors early in life could affect more than just mental health in kids.

Tips for Living a Healthier Life

Thu, 09 Apr 2015 19:47:56 +0000

The amount of discussion these days about the best ways to be healthy can often feel more overwhelming than helpful, but some experts say it may be wise to focus on a few key areas.

High Spirits, Low Stress Might Lift up Heart

Tue, 10 Mar 2015 20:44:27 +0000

Depression and stress can damage heart health. Put both conditions together, and it may cause a double-whammy that amplifies heart risks.

Manage Your Stress to Help Your Heart

Fri, 06 Mar 2015 11:53:08 +0000

Exercise in your teens is a good thing, but even with exercise, poor ability to cope with stress may affect your heart later in life.

This Pill-Free Therapy May Improve Sleep

Mon, 16 Feb 2015 16:40:41 +0000

A bad night of sleep once in a while is no big deal, but it can turn into a serious health issue for some. Many treatments — even some that don't require medication — may help patients with these sleep problems.

Healthy Valentine’s Day for a Healthy Heart

Wed, 11 Feb 2015 18:00:23 +0000

Valentine’s Day — a day of chocolates, romantic dinners and loving hearts. Why can't it also be a day to focus on heart health?

Why Many Women May Struggle After Heart Attacks

Mon, 09 Feb 2015 19:05:44 +0000

Stress is a feared enemy of heart health, but most people have a hard time kicking it out of their lives. Learning to cope with stressful events may be an important step for women recovering from a heart attack.

Got Money Worries? You've Got Company

Fri, 06 Feb 2015 16:09:18 +0000

Money — or at least the love of it — may be the root of all evil, as the old saying goes. And it may also be the root of a lot of stress among Americans.

Stress May Reduce Blood Flow for Some Heart Disease Patients

Sun, 16 Nov 2014 12:35:41 +0000

Some women who have coronary heart disease may not handle stress in the same way others do. New research suggests that these women may take stress to heart — literally.