10. how does regular exercise improve cardiovascular function during times of stress

It increases oxygen supplies and lowers triglyceride levels. 

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According to my research I found questions similar to this with answers:

A) It increases the level of hormones circulating in the body
B) It reduces the amount of endorphins released in the body
C) It reduces carbon dioxide supplies and raises triglyceride levels 
D) It increases oxygen supplies and lowers triglyceride levels.

Among the following choices the answer would be D) because exercise also helps keep your mind off stress since without anxiety slowing you down, you can focus on burning those calories.

As long as it was one lick and the dog is a bigger dog, it should be fine. watch it carefully for a few days.