The holidays are a season of joy, connection and celebration, but they can also be one of the most stressful times of the year for your heart. Ochsner Health has tips to follow and triggers to avoid that will help keep your heart strong this season and beyond.

“The holidays can be hectic for all of us. It’s a change in routine. Our stress level can be elevated with travel plans, work and family events, and it can lead to an increase in heart rate and blood pressure, which can cause heart problems,” said Randy Del Mundo, MD, FACP, primary care specialist, Ochsner Health Center – Prairieville. “During the holidays, we are so busy, and individuals may not be paying attention to heart symptoms, such as being tired or fatigued. These symptoms may be overlooked or just chalked up to the busy se

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