Tag: hypertension
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OXIDATIVE STRESS: UNMASKING THE ANXIETY CONNECTION
The human brain, with its voracious appetite for oxygen, is exceptionally vulnerable to oxidative stress due to its modest antioxidant defenses and lipid-rich composition. Recent studies have unveiled a compelling connection between oxidative stress and anxiety disorders, shedding light on the intricate role of neurotransmitters like GABA and serotonin in anxiety regulation. One notable revelation…
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DOES SINGING PROMOTE RELAXATION?
A number of studies have documented the effects of singing on cardio-respiratory health. For example, one study reports that choir group singing improves heart rate variability, which is a significant predictor of cardiovascular health. Notably, decreased heart rate variability is linked to hypertension, heart failure and work stress, while increased heart rate variability indicates a…
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CAN PANIC ATTACKS CAUSE HEART PROBLEMS?
Panic attacks lead to cardiopulmonary changes, which are changes that involve the heart and the lungs. Those are increases heartbeats, hyperventilation, chest pain, or even the perception of having difficulty breathing. In addition, during a panic attack, there is also an increase in sympathetic tone, which is the branch of the autonomic system that contributes…