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Ho Ho ... Heart Attack?
The holidays bring a higher risk of heart trouble. Read more in our E-Letter.
It’s the holiday season! Time for cozy gatherings with family and friends, glittering winter landscapes and holiday lighting, and ― perhaps dearest of all ― traditional holiday meals and treats.
But the influx of food, family and functions can do more damage than the obvious drain on finances and time. The winter-holiday season can actually raise the risk of heart trouble. While the reasons for this are not fully defined, research points toward poor diet or excessive eating, emotional stress and a tendency to abandon healthful habits during this busy time of year. It's easy to jingle all the way to higher risk for having a cardiovascular event.
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Posted December 9, 2011
