Health Advisory - 10 simple ways to tackle heart disease

10 simple ways to tackle heart disease

Posted by Admin | 30 March 2017 | Heart Health

Be informed
The greatest risk to any disease is ignorance. Take responsibility for your health by knowing the risk factors and act accordingly! Most deaths from heart disease are premature and could be prevented through early intervention.

Know your risks
The older you are, the higher is your risk of suffering from heart disease. It is also important to note that genetics and inheritance play a role in disease development.

Don’t smoke
Cigarette smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke increaseyour risk of heart disease, lung disease, peripheral vascular disease and stroke.

Maintain a healthy blood pressure
High blood pressure causes wear and tear of the delicate inner lining of your blood vessels, thus increasing the risk of heart attacks.

Monitor your cholesterol
Abnormal or high blood lipids (fats) are a major contributor to cardiovascular diseases. The higheryour LDL (bad cholesterol), the higher is your risk.

Limit your calories
Obesity is a major cause of diabetes, a metabolic disorder that puts you at risk of heart disease. Itis caused by consuming more calories than your body requires.

Exercise
Lack of exercise and physical activity cancontribute to obesity.A 30-minutewalk a day helps improve your overall health.

Pick your diet and pills wisely
Many food and supplements are marketed as ‘natural’ despite their health benefits being unsubstantiated or unproven.Due diligence is necessary before you consume anything.

Reduce stress
Stress contributes to cardiovascular disease and, if severe, can cause a heart attack or sudden death.

Pledge to yourself and family
Many of us know the simple steps to prevent heart disease, but often do not follow through. Making a pledge to oneself and even loved ones can strengthen your resolve!

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Admin
Melvin experience in health and fitness includes being a personal trainer at a local YMCA and a branch of Fitness Together. He has worked with a wide range of people: from teen speed, agility and conditioning camps, to adults just beginning an exercise program..