Summer holidays warning as flight delays increase risk of silent killers
SUMMER is here and with it comes trips abroad and beach adventures.
But one thing these holidays aren't short of is stress, whether it's flight chaos or passport delays - there is always something.
This week experts have warned that those jetting off are set to experience more problems as long queues and cancellations continue.
Staff shortages and redundancies will plague airlines travellers with the cost of fuel angering Brits opting to stay in the UK.
Experts have now warned that the stress that builds up due to travel issues could be putting you at risk of silent killers.
Superintendent pharmacist Abbas Kanani at ChemistClick said unexpected events such as grounded flights and refund issues could trigger physical changes in the body.
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He explained: "Holidaymakers deciding to sleep in airports, buy unhealthy meals and increase the consumption of alcohol when faced with continuous uncertainty could be at risk of high cholesterol which can lead to the life threatening condition, heart disease."
Heart disease is a major cause of death in the UK and worldwide.
The main symptoms of the illness include chest pain, shortness of breath, pain throughout the body, feeling faint or feeling sick.
It occurs when your heart's blood supply is blocked or interrupted by a build-up of fatty substances in the coronary arteries.
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It's a condition that can't be cured but there are treatments that you can take such as medication.
You can also make changes to your lifestyle such as cutting down on fatty foods and stopping smoking, which will reduce the chance of problems such as heart attacks.
Other physical changes that could occur due to holiday stress include increased heart palpitations, muscles tightening, rapid breathing and increased blood pressure as the body responds to stress.
"As a result, the hormone cortisol is produced in the body, which can suppress travellers' sex hormones, leading to a lower libido.
"Men may struggle with sex and erections because blood flow to the penis also decreases," he said.
The guru also explained that snacking on airport food can also impede the body's ability to achieve and maintain an erection.
"Try swapping a full English for some porridge oats - choosing healthier alternatives at the airport like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and beans will all help keep cholesterol levels down," he suggested.
Some men experience impotence when they have too much to drink.
Drugs such as cannabis, cocaine, crack and heroin can also lead to problems in the bedroom.
When a man is extremely tired this can also make it more difficult to get it up.
Kanani added that stress levels increase the adrenal hormone cortisol - which in turn suppresses sex hormones which crushes libido and reduces sexual pleasure.
"Symptoms of sexual dysfunction could further add to stress levels making it harder for travellers to relax, become aroused and enjoy romantic relationships.
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"Treatments like Viagra can help with erection problems; however, this may also build on extra pressure because users must remember to take it 30-60 minutes before sexual activity.
"A safe and effective alternative is Tadalafil Daily which can be taken once a day and offers a continuous effect which has recently seen surge in demand with a 157 per cent sales increase in the 30 days vs last year reported by the online pharmacy," he said.
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