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DE-STRESS Stress can contribute to high blood


pressure, heart disease, obesity and diabetes (both risk factors for heart disease), said Tobbia. It’s important to limit stress in your


life. Find a way to remove the stressor, he suggested. Find a support system and talk to


family, friends or your doctor, Tobbia said. • The American Psychological Associ-


ation offers additional tips to avoid stress: Exercise. Even a 20-minute walk, run, swim or dance session in the midst of a stressful time can give an immedi- ate effect that can last for several hours. • Smile and laugh. Our brains are


interconnected with our emotions and facial expressions. When people are stressed, they often hold a lot of the stress in their face. So laughs or smiles can help relieve some of that tension and improve the situation. • Meditate. Meditation and mindful


prayer help the mind and body to relax and focus.


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BRUSH AND FLOSS


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vice from more than your dentist, as re- search suggests a link between poor dental health and cardio- vascular disease. “Dental hygiene is


important. Be sure to see your dentist. We recommend have rou- tine cleanings twice a year. It sounds like a little thing, but it’s important,” Tobbia said. While research is


not conclusive, evi- dence suggests bacte- ria from your gums may move into your bloodstream, leading to inflammation of the blood vessels, which is bad for the heart.


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