Anxiety and Your Heart: The Hidden Risks You Didn’t Know About

Increased Heart Rate: Anxiety triggers the body’s "fight or flight" response, causing the heart rate to speed up.

Elevated Blood Pressure: Frequent anxiety episodes can raise blood pressure over time, putting strain on the heart.

Heart Palpitations: Anxiety may cause palpitations or irregular heartbeats, which can feel alarming but are generally harmless.

Higher Risk of Heart Disease: Long-term anxiety can increase the risk of developing cardiovascular problems due to chronic stress.

Increased Risk of Stroke: Anxiety can cause conditions like high blood pressure, which in turn can increase the risk of a stroke.

Chest Pain: Some people with anxiety experience chest discomfort, which can mimic the symptoms of a heart attack.

Weakened Immune System: Chronic anxiety may suppress the immune system, leading to further heart issues and vulnerability to illness.

Stress Hormones: Anxiety leads to the release of stress hormones like cortisol, which can damage the heart when elevated over time.

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