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'The connections between stress and physical health are undeniable. Studies have found links between acute and/or chronic stress and a wide variety of health issues, including:
Lowered immune system function
Heightened inflammatory response
Increased blood pressure and cholesterol levels
Altered brain chemistry, blood sugar levels and hormonal balance
Increased risk of cancer and increased tumor growth1
The video above brings up another biological reaction associated with stress: crying.2 Interestingly, tears that are shed due to an emotional response, such as sadness or extreme happiness, contain a high concentration of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) — a chemical linked to stress.'
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