In this video from the Cleveland Clinic, Steven Nissen, MD, talks about the important lesson war has taught us about stress and its effect on the heart. One of the best ways to manage stress is regular exercise.
Tips for managing stress (watch the 2-minute BBC video embedded below)
- Take a few deep breaths
- Get plenty of exercise
- Socialize - don't stress alone, talk to someone and have a laugh
- Get out - go to the park
Read more: http://www.bbc.co.uk/scotland/brainsmart
Participation in sport is associated with a with a 20—40% reduction in all-cause mortality compared with non-participation. Exercise might also be considered as a fifth vital sign, according to the Lancet: http://goo.gl/gyxYf
If nothing else helps, consider this: Chewing gum may reduce stress and improve memory
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