3. Heartburn: Stress increases the production of stomach acid, which could lead to heartburn or make it worse.
4. Insomnia: Stress makes it harder to fall asleep and stay asleep, which can lead to insomnia.
5. Rapid Breathing: When you’re stressed, the muscles that help you breathe tense up, which can leave you short of breath.
6. Weakened Immune System: Long-term stress weakens your immune system’s defenses, leaving you more vulnerable to infections.
7. Risk of Heart Attack: Over time, an increased heart rate and high blood pressure damage your arteries, which could lead to a heart attack.