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Philadelphia Bioidentical Hormones Expert, Kenneth Varano, D.O. Discusses Stress and Cortisol

Varano, Kenneth

A "go-getter" attitude may have a negative impact on your health...

Would you consider yourself a “go-getter” in life? A recent article published on Telegraph.co.uk warns that go-getters and high-fliers have a higher risk of “hostility-related heart attacks” and a wide range of other cardiovascular-related health challenges. Psychologists classify these ambitious behaviors under the title, Type A personality. Although Type A personalities are a perfect fit for fast-paced, high level corporate positions, there’s a payoff to the prestige in the long run. Chronic stress leads to the overproduction of “stress hormone” known as cortisol, and oftentimes causes a wide variety of health complications, ranging from adrenal fatigue to cardiovascular disease.

For more on stress and cortisol in the workplace, read: Is your work making you sick