7 Common Habits That Are Damaging Your Heart

Putting Yourself in Stressful Situations 

Nearly everyone experiences stress at one point or another. However, avoiding it is in your best interest when it comes to heart health. "You might respond to stress in ways that can increase your risk of a heart attack," explains the Mayo Clinic. Because stress can increase blood pressure and high blood pressure is one of the main risk factors for heart attack, finding ways to cope with stress can reduce your chances of suffering one.