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Researchers at Columbia University investigated the impact of brief periods of anger on heart health.
Participants recalled past anger-inducing events while researchers monitored their blood vessel function.
Those who recalled angry experiences showed a significant decrease in blood vessel dilation capacity, a condition linked to an increased risk of heart attack and stroke.
This effect lasted approximately 40 minutes, suggesting that repeated episodes of anger could have lasting negative cardiovascular consequences.
The study suggests a potential link between intense anger and the triggering of heart attacks in individuals with existing health issues.
These findings were published in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
