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Chronic stress takes a toll on the body, raising the risk of heart disease by increasing inflammation and blood pressure.

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Heart racing, palms sweating and breath quickening? You’re not alone. Stress and anxiety may be part of modern life, but for millions of Americans, these occasional mood killers have become daily ...

In a world where stress has become a near-constant companion for many, scientists and medical professionals have turned their attention to an unassuming hero within our bodies, the vagus nerve. This ...

Gastroenterologist Dr Saurabh Sethi shares three simple breathing and relaxation techniques he uses when he feels stressed.

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