Your body is your closest friend.

Understanding the impacts of stress can help you treat your body well.

Be good to yourself.

It’s easy to ignore stress. Life is busy after all. But understanding the link between chronic stress and poor health can be an encouragement to treat your body like a friend.

Chronic stress can negatively impact multiple body systems including your nervous system, cardiovascular system, and digestive system. This may show up as increased risk for heart attack, anxiety, weight gain, and digestive problems.

So, next time you’re feeling stressed, remember to take a deep breath and be kind to yourself.