The Washington Post May 14, 2026 β€’ 12:03

Are you an optimist? It may help protect your heart. - The Washington Post

By Sydney Page

Are you an optimist? It may help protect your heart. - The Washington Post

A growing body of research suggests that optimism may protect the heart β€” both biologically and by promoting healthier habits.

For decades, heart health advice has focused on a few key pillars: Eat healthily, exercise, dont smoke, and manage cholesterol, blood pressure and stress.
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