Coronary heart disease—often simply called heart disease—can lead to a heart attack. A heart attack happens when a cholesterol-rich plaque bursts and releases its contents into the bloodstream. This causes a blood clot to form over the plaque, totally blocking blood flow through the artery and preventing vital oxygen and nutrients from getting to the heart. A heart attack can cause permanent damage to the heart muscle.
Researchers at Johnson & Johnson investigated “microbursts,” or small bursts of activity that can impact our energy levels, and found that purely physical acts are just the tip of the iceberg. In their research on subjects’ energy levels at their workplaces throughout the day, they found that the act of having a conversation with a loved one was associated with the high end of the energy scale. “Microbursts need not be solely physical,” they observed. “Microbursts of mental, spiritual, or emotional activities can also have a strong impact on energy levels.” C’mon, you know mom would love to hear from you.
