Random Stress Facts

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    Stress can result in more headaches as a result of the body rerouting blood flow to other parts of the body.
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    It's possible to die from a broken heart; it's called Stress Cardiomyopathy.
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    Some people have a "natural alarm clock" allowing them to wake up when they want. This is actually caused by a burst of the stress hormone adrenocorticotropin.
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    Stress and Reading
    Stress and Reading
    Researchers have found that reading reduces stress by 68%, more than listening to music or taking a walk.
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    Crying literally alleviates stress and uniquely allows humans to decrease feelings of anger and sadness.
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    The levels of two stress hormones, cortisol and epinephrine which suppress the body's immune system, will actually drop after a dose of laughter.
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    Stressed is Desserts spelled backwards.
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    Holding hands with someone you love can alleviate physical pain as well as stress and fear.
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