Smoking, eating unhealthily and drinking too much alcohol are common ways of coping with stress. Unfortunately, all of these habits are very bad for your heart health and, in some cases, can lead to heart disease.
Luckily, there are many other healthy ways to deal with stress, like taking time to relax, doing exercise and eating well. In our Healthy Living article section you’ll find some great ideas and information on positive ways to manage stress and other factors, e.g. quitting smoking.