Stress and High Cholesterol WisdomCard

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Research Notes on Stress and High Cholesterol


Long term stress has been shown to raise cholesterol levels. High cholesterol is not caused by stress; however stress can cause you to eat foods that are high in fat. The fat and cholesterol in these foods raise cholesterol levels.1

Fast Facts:

  • Studies have linked stress to increased heart rate and weakened immune systems.2
  • Those with good strategies of coping with stress showed elevated good cholesterol levels.3
  • Yoga, meditation, and massage can be ways to help reduce stress.1

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Research Notes References

  1. 1.0 1.1 eMedTV: Stress and High Cholesterol
  2. Holistic online: Stress May Raise Cholesterol Levels
  3. PsychCentral: Coping With Stress Improves Cholesterol

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