Scientists have discovered that our emotions directly affect heart health. They call for treatment not only of the body but also of the psyche to avoid fatal heart diseases.
The health of the heart and brain are interconnected, and damage to one of these organs can dramatically affect the condition of the other. Therefore, if you cannot control your emotions, which have a toxic effect on the brain, then sooner or later they will also reach the heart. In fact, despite the fact that these organs are located far from each other in different parts of the body, they are closely related to each other. Scientists have come to these conclusions, TimesNow reports.
How do emotions affect heart health?
If you are constantly stressed, nervous and anxious, this leads to fatigue, high blood pressure and cholesterol, overeating, insulin resistance and even diabetes, and as a result you risk serious heart diseases, including heart attack.
The most dangerous emotions are:
- Anger
- A feeling of hopelessness and despair
- Constant anxiety
- Anxiety
Recent research has shown that if you have mental health problems, chronic stress or depression, you have an increased risk of developing serious heart disease.
Experienced cardiologists also confirm the findings of scientists and are confident that high cholesterol, blood pressure and atherosclerotic plaques do not occur by themselves.
Dysfunctions in the body often arise due to the fact that the person has stopped listening to his own feelings and emotions.
The problem is often rooted in the fact that we are constantly burdened with taking responsibility for other people. As in the constant neglect of one’s own needs for personal space, personal time, mental comfort, calmness, acceptance and love for oneself, in the first place, and also for rest and sleep, the cardiologist explains.
Because of negative emotions, changes occur in the body at the level of the autonomic nervous system, the doctor is sure.
It regulates our body, the functioning of the heart, blood vessels and all internal organs, warns the specialist. Because of this, chronic diseases begin to develop.
According to the cardiologist, this is the reason why cardiovascular diseases occur more often in adulthood. Changes in the subconscious that affect the body build up to this point and begin to affect it.
How to manage your emotions for the sake of your heart?
Managing stress and anxiety is important for heart health. This can be done in different ways:
Get help from a professional
Do not think that the constant stress in your life (a job you don’t like, quarrels with your spouse or children) will pass without a trace. If you experience constant anxiety and worry, perceive life as a complete nightmare, these emotions will only grow and over time can destroy your health.
It is very important to discuss this with your doctor or seek help from a psychologist or psychotherapist. There are psychologists who can help establish a reasonable balance between the heart and the brain.
Do not forget about physical health
To avoid stress, it is important to be in good physical shape. Scientists have repeatedly proven that even walks in the fresh air, not to mention swimming, cycling and other physical activities, help reduce anxiety and depression, as well as increase self-esteem.
Eat right
It’s important to eat a healthy diet of fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains to improve both your heart and mental health. There is also a cardio diet. Last but not least, what you eat for breakfast, lunch and dinner affects your heart health.
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