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Tuesday, September 17, 2013

Wear a scarf - for your heart. How it can help prevent heart attack...

As temperatures drop, the risk of heart attack rises. 

That’s because your body works hard to keep you warm and even a chilly fall morning can get it pumping a pose a problem for those with cardiovascular disease. A drop in temperature causes the blood vessels to tighten which increases pressure and risk of heart attack. While you may not be ready to drag out the parka, just wearing a scarf to keep your vulnerable neck warm will help to maintain body heat and blood pressure on chilly days.

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