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the Guardian
theguardian.com > lifeandstyle > 05/17/2026 > secrets-of-the-body-stress

What does stress really do to our bodies – and when does it become a big problem?

3+ mon, 2+ week ago   (443+ words) From an elevated heart rate to weakened immunity, experts explain the hidden physical costs of chronic stress – and why our bodies aren’t built to stay on high alert You’re undeniably stressed, and your body’s likely to respond by ramping up…...