Chronic stress doesn’t just weigh on your mind, it takes a serious toll on your heart. It can raise blood pressure, increase inflammation, and trigger unhealthy habits like poor diet, lack of sleep, and less movement; all of which increase your risk of heart disease such as heart attacks and stress cardiomyopathy. As a cardiologist, I see the effects of stress every day in my patients. Take care of your mental health the way you would your physical health because they’re deeply connected. 🧘🏽‍♀️ Deep breaths. 🚶🏽‍♂️ Daily movement. 🛌🏽 Rest your body. ❤️ Protect your heart. Check out my YouTube channel for more heart healthy information! Link in bio. - Dr. Hack 🖤 #HeartHealth #StressAndTheHeart #Youtube #CardiologistTips #HeartStrong #MentalHealth