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Cortisol testing of hair may predict heart risk
Date: 2010-09-03 00:00:00

Individuals who regularly feel stress in their daily lives may want to consider seeking cortisol testing, as a recent study found that measurements of the stress hormone in the hair may accurately predict the risk of experiencing a heart attack.... Full Story

Cortisol increases heart health risks
Date: 2010-09-13 00:00:00

Individuals who regularly feel high levels of stress may benefit from cortisol testing to determine if their levels of the stress hormone are within a healthy range. A new study has found that consistently high levels of cortisol are associated with an increased risk of dying from heart disease.... Full Story

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