10 Interesting Fact About The effects of stress on the human body

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• Stress can trigger an increase in levels of the hormone cortisol which can inhibit the growth of brain cells.
• Stress can cause an increase in heart rate and blood pressure which can cause damage to the cardiovascular system.
• Stress can trigger free radical production that can trigger cell and tissue damage.
• Stress can trigger inflammatory reactions to the body that can cause chronic health problems.
• Stress can affect sleep patterns and cause insomnia.
• Stress can trigger an increase in the production of stomach acid which can cause abdominal pain and digestive disorders.
• Stress can trigger a decrease in the immune system and increase the risk of infection.
• Stress can trigger changes in diet, including the desire to eat unhealthy foods.
• Stress can affect mental health and cause depression and anxiety.
• Stress can affect the energy level and cause fatigue and loss of motivation.