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You have most likely heard of the more common risk factors for heart disease, like blood pressure and diet. However, a new study shows that unstable income can easily turn into a risk factor for heart disease.
A study in the journal, Circulation, found that people who experience drops in income, have double the risk of heart disease, compared to those with a steady income. Additionally, the study suggests that those who have lost 25% or more of their income from one assessment to another also have an increased risk of heart attack, stroke, heart failure, and even early death.
Drops in income can also impact your ability to foster a healthy lifestyle. Those with a lower income do not have the same capabilities to obtain healthy foods, ensure continuous care with a physician, and generally, upkeep a heart healthy lifestyle.
We are not always able to control our income, so this may come as unfortunate news. However, we should not forget our heart health, even in difficult financial times. If you have recently experienced a drop in income, try using the following mechanisms to cope with stress: