Klerksdorp Midweek, Klerksdorp - Everyone should have access to the knowledge, care and treatment they need to keep their hearts healthy. Heart Month and World Heart Day are ideal times for all South Africans to come together in the battle against CVD and lower the worldwide illness burden.
You probably already know that regular exercise and a healthy diet are beneficial to keeping your heart in good shape. What more can you do?
Medical professionals have advice.
Stay away from unhealthy fats
Saturated, polyunsaturated, and unsaturated fats are essential in our diet. However, one fat we don’t need is trans-fat, which has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease and stroke over time. This is because trans-fat clogs your arteries by raising your bad cholesterol and lowering your good cholesterol. You can enhance blood flow throughout your body by eliminating trans-fat from your diet.
Maintain good dental care
Dental health is an excellent indicator of overall health, including heart health. Many studies have demonstrated that bacteria in the mouth that contribute to the development of gum disease. This can enter the bloodstream and produce an increase in C-reactive protein, a marker for blood vessel inflammation. As a result of these changes, you may be at a higher risk of heart disease and stroke.
Make sure you get enough rest
Sleep is crucial to maintaining your heart’s health. You may be at a higher risk for cardiovascular disease if you don’t get enough sleep, regardless of your age or other health practices. Research has revealed that those who sleep less than six hours per night are twice as likely to have a stroke or heart attack as those who sleep six to eight hours per night.
Keep moving
Sitting for lengthy periods, regardless of how much activity you get, is harmful to your health. This is bad news for the many people who spend their days sitting at a desk. It is critical to move throughout the day, whether simply parking further away from the workplace, taking a few short walks throughout the day, or using a standing workstation that allows you to move around.
Avoid second hand smoke
People who are exposed to second-hand smoke at home or work have a 25 to 30% higher chance of getting heart disease, according to studies. Tobacco smoke causes roughly 34 000 premature heart disease fatalities and 7,300 lung cancer deaths per year.
