It Strengthens Your Heart, Metaphorically And Physically
Socializing throughout your life may improve your heart health. Scientists from the University of North Carolina discovered that social isolation increases the risk of hypertension, a pre-condition of heart disease. They also found that the age at which you socialize doesn’t matter. Adolescence, middle age, later years–all could put you at risk of hypertension if you’re socially isolated.
The European Journal of Preventative Cardiology reported a more direct correlation. Women who remain social have a lower risk of coronary heart disease, according to their study. Hence, interacting with others literally strengthens your heart.
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