Cardiologists and psychologists point out that mental health and heart health are closely linked Anoushka Caroline Williams | Published on :

Hyderabad: World Heart Day each year is a reminder to pay attention not only to cholesterol, blood pressure, and diet, but also to the less visible forces that shape cardiovascular health.

Among these, emotional stress and poor mental well-being are increasingly recognized as silent contributors to heart disease. Doctors say the way we respond to stress, grief, anxiety, or prolonged workplace strain can affect the body as much as smoking or an unhealthy diet.

The Overlooked Connection

Cardiologists and psychologists point out that mental health and heart health are closely linked. Stress activates hormones like adrenaline and cortisol, which r

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