How to Prevent Heart Disease
Heart Disease (
Antherosclerosis) is progressive, but it's also preventable.
Just 9 risk factors are to blame for up to 90% of all heart attacks:
How many can you name?
1. Smoking
2. High cholesterol
3. High blood pressure
4. Diabetes
5. Abdominal obesity ("spare tire")
6. Stress
7. Not eating fruits and vegetables
8. Excess alcohol intake (more than one drink for women, one or two drinks for men, per day)
9. Not exercising regularly
You may notice all of these have something in common: You can do something about them! Experts agree that reducing your risk factors leads to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease.
For people at moderate or higher risk -- those who've had a heart attack or stroke, or who suffer angina -- taking a baby aspirin a day can be important. Aspirin helps prevent clots from forming. Ask your doctor before starting daily aspirin, as it can have side effects.
Source: Webmd.com