Research indicates that there is a relationship between the risk of developing coronary heart disease and stress. This may be because stress releases certain chemicals, which can increase heart rate and raise blood pressure. Stress also contributes indirectly to CVD, as people under stress may smoke and drink more than those who lead a stress-free life. See No. 7. Lack of exercise should be easy to change, but few people make the effort to exercise.
Exercise can help control blood cholesterol, diabetes, and obesity.
See No. 4.