Which of the following BEST explains why stress heightens vulnerability to bacterial and viral infections?
A) Stress hormones accelerate the "hardening" of the arteries.
B) Stress hormones facilitate the depositing of cholesterol and fat around the heart.
C) Stress hormones suppress the production of lymphocytes.
D) Stress hormones trigger the release of carcinogens.
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