Take It Easy

Everyone knows at least one of them: those calm, cool, unflappable people who just seem to have it all together.

And while they might appear enviably laid-back on the surface, not even these polished few are immune to the occasional bout of palm-sweating, stomach-clenching, sleep-stealing anxiety.

Whether it’s a looming project deadline or a mile-long to-do list, the things that make you anxious have at least one thing in common: They can have detrimental effects on both mental and physical health.

And left unchecked, those effects can be far more severe than restless nights and a nervous stomach.

In fact, two new studies show that anxiety may significantly increase your risk for heart disease and even heart-related death.

While anxiety disorders require professional help, periodic symptoms of garden-variety anxiety can be improved with a few simple techniques.

Here’s a sampling of anxiety-relievers from WebMD:

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