Anger's Hidden Danger: Research Links Intense Rage to Heart Health Risks

• New research reveals that even eight minutes of intense anger can significantly harm blood vessels, reducing their ability to dilate by almost half.
• The study on 280 healthy adults found that recalling anger-inducing incidents specifically impaired blood vessel function, unlike sadness or anxiety.
• Anger triggers a rapid increase in stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline, leading to blood vessel constriction and increased blood pressure.
• While a single outburst may not cause permanent damage, repeated anger prevents blood vessels from recovering, increasing risks of plaque buildup, heart attack, or stroke.
• Experts recommend stress management techniques like exercise, deep breathing, yoga, and meditation, or counseling for those frequently irritable.