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Holidays and stress: How to manage Easter gatherings

Stress can affect heart health, especially during the holidays such as Easter.

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — We all know stress impacts our lives in someway or form.

The hormone cortisol is released in response to stress. Studies suggest that the high levels of cortisol from long-term stress can increase blood cholesterol, triglycerides, blood sugar, and blood pressure. These are common risk factors for heart disease. You can read more here.

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