Perhaps you’ve recently been reminded to take your omegas, eat antioxidant rich foods, increase your activity and enjoy cholesterol-lowering whole grains. Sound advice. But what about stress? Stress is an all-encompassing term for the things we face daily, from a bump in the road to a major tragedy. It is also a threat to the heart. The way we react to life’s challenges have a major effect on both our mood and our bodies. Maybe you’re familiar with some physical responses to tension: a red face, a trembling hand, sweaty palms or even tears.