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How to manage work-life balance and reduce stress for better heart health
Do you ever feel like you’re constantly juggling two different worlds—your work life and your personal life—only to realise neither is getting the attention it truly deserves? If so, you’re not alone. In today’s fast-paced world, finding that elusive balance between...
Top 7 exercises for reducing stress and protecting your heart
Stress—it’s something we all experience – it’s a given. Sometimes it’s the kind that keeps us up at night, replaying conversations or worrying about tomorrow’s to-do list. Other times, it’s the overwhelming sense of never having enough time or energy. And while we...
Stress and hormones – what’s the connection and how does it affect the heart?
Stress. It’s a word we throw around a lot, isn’t it? ‘I’m so stressed.’ ‘This job is stressing me out.’ ‘Stress is killing me!’ However here’s the thing - stress isn’t just a word or a feeling—it’s a full -body event. When you’re stressed, your heart feels it, your...
How yoga can support stress management and improve heart health
Life has a way of pulling us in every direction. Deadlines, responsibilities, and an endless stream of notifications can leave us feeling like we’re carrying the weight of the world on our shoulders. However here’s the thing - our hearts—both metaphorically and...
Heart health and sleep – how restorative sleep reduces stress and protects your heart
However here’s the truth – getting high-quality sleep is one of the most powerful ways to protect your heart, reduce stress, and safeguard your health. Sleep isn’t just about shutting your eyes for a few hours. It’s a deeply restorative process that allows your body to repair, recharge, and reset. And when it comes to heart health, sleep is the unsung hero that we all need to prioritise. Let’s dive into how restorative sleep works its magic on your heart and stress levels and explore actionable ways to make great sleep a reality in your life.
Understanding the link between high blood pressure and stress in women
Let’s talk about two things we often hear about but don’t always connect - high blood pressure (also known as hypertension) and stress. They’re like the uninvited guests at a party—always finding ways to sneak in, disrupt the vibe, and overstay their welcome. And for...
Foods to reduce stress and promote a healthy heart
Life has a way of piling up, doesn’t it? Between work deadlines, family commitments, and trying to squeeze in a little ‘me time’, stress can feel like an ever-present companion. We know chronic stress isn’t just mentally exhausting—it also wreaks havoc on our bodies,...
Mindfulness and heart health – can meditation lower your heart disease risk?
Let’s be honest—life can get overwhelming. Between work deadlines, family responsibilities, and that never-ending to-do list, it’s easy to feel like you’re constantly running on empty. And whilst you might think that stress is just ‘part of the deal’, let me share a...
How chronic stress impacts your heart – what every woman needs to know
We’ve all felt it, haven’t we? That tightness in your chest when you’re rushing to meet a deadline, or the way your heart seems to race after an argument with a loved one. Stress is an unavoidable part of life, especially for women juggling work, family,...
The Top 5 stressors affecting women’s heart health in 2025
We all know that life can be stressful, although did you know that chronic stress can have a profound effect on our heart health, especially for women? In fact, research shows that women experience heart disease differently than men, and stress can amplify these...