Heart Disease | Generated by AI
Heart disease refers to a range of conditions that affect the heart. The most common types include:
1. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Cause: Buildup of plaque in the arteries, leading to reduced blood flow.
- Symptoms: Chest pain (angina), shortness of breath, heart attack.
2. Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- Cause: Long-term high blood pressure weakens the heart and arteries.
- Symptoms: Often silent, but can cause headaches, dizziness, and organ damage.
3. Heart Attack (Myocardial Infarction)
- Cause: Blocked blood flow to the heart due to a clot.
- Symptoms: Chest pain, sweating, nausea, pain in arms or jaw.
4. Heart Failure
- Cause: Weak heart muscles fail to pump blood effectively.
- Symptoms: Fatigue, swelling in legs, breathlessness.
5. Arrhythmias (Irregular Heartbeat)
- Cause: Electrical signal issues in the heart.
- Symptoms: Palpitations, dizziness, fainting.
6. Stroke (Related to Heart Disease)
- Cause: Blocked or ruptured blood vessel in the brain, often due to heart issues.
- Symptoms: Sudden weakness, difficulty speaking, facial drooping.
How to Avoid Heart Disease
- Healthy Diet
- Eat more vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and lean proteins.
- Reduce sugar, salt, and unhealthy fats.
- Exercise Regularly
- Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week.
- Activities like walking, swimming, and cycling help.
- Maintain a Healthy Weight
- Avoid obesity, which increases heart disease risk.
- Manage Stress
- Practice meditation, deep breathing, and hobbies to reduce stress.
- Quit Smoking & Limit Alcohol
- Smoking damages arteries, and excessive alcohol raises blood pressure.
- Control Blood Pressure, Blood Sugar & Cholesterol
- Regular checkups help detect and manage high blood pressure, diabetes, and cholesterol.
- Get Enough Sleep
- Poor sleep raises heart disease risk. Aim for 7–9 hours per night.
- Regular Checkups
- Early detection of heart issues through medical checkups is crucial.
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