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When you’re anxious or under pressure, your nervous system releases stress hormones such as adrenaline, noradrenaline, and cortisol, to cope with the stressor. Although at times this is a healthy and necessary coping mechanism, too much stress can lead to increased blood pressure, lower immunity, and higher risk of a stroke. It can also disrupt your digestive system, make you sick and fatigued, and leave you feeling restless. Sometimes, daily exercising, nutritious eating, and adequate sleep are all you need to reduce your stress levels. But that’s not always the case. When you experience stress too often, or for too...