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TIL that when you are under stress it triggers your body’s defences.Your blood thickens to encourage blood clotting in the event of an injury.This thicker blood puts strain on your heart.That is why stress increases the risk of heart attacks

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JG8l TIL Alexander Hamilton wanted the US to have a king and hated the idea of giving people the right to vote.
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