Heart attack is the number one cause of death in the world. Although a person may have previously suffered from a variety of heart conditions, some victims of a heart attack are asymptomatic until the day they have a heart attack. A heart attack can be prevented, and all you need to do is make changes to your lifestyle.
Causes and signs of a heart attack
When does a heart attack occur? A heart attack occurs when one or more of the coronary arteries are blocked. The coronary artery narrows due to the accumulation of various substances such as cholesterol, and this condition is also known as coronary heart disease, and in fact it is the biggest cause of heart attacks. Spasm is another cause of heart attack and occurs when the coronary artery closes blood flow to a part of the heart muscle. Smoking and using cocaine or other drugs can cause a spasm that can be fatal to an individual’s life. A heart attack can also occur due to rupture of the coronary artery as a spontaneous dissection of the coronary artery.
The most common signs that a person will have or receive a heart attack are severe chest pain or sudden pain in the left arm. So there are still indications that a heart attack may follow. Heart attack can be prevented 79-90% with just five simple lifestyle changes.
A recent study in Sweden, at the Karolinska Institutet, identified five major factors that contribute to a person being at risk for heart attack.
1. Alcohol consumption
According to this research, the limited consumption of alcohol leads to a reduction in the probability of experiencing a heart attack. No more than 2 drinks a day for men and no more than one drink a day for women is recommended. Alcohol directly affects the increase of blood pressure and triglyceride levels, it also contributes to additional calorie intake, which contributes to weight gain.
2. Healthy eating
It is important to eat healthy foods. Healthy food can be one of the most important things you can do to prevent a heart attack. It is important to eat foods that are high in fiber, foods that contain adequate levels of nutrients such as vitamins and minerals, and foods that are low in trans fats. Such food is food that is rich in protein, healthy fats, such as fruits, seeds, fruits, vegetables.
3. Stop smoking cigarettes
Smoking is bad for your health and it means that smoking is not good for your heart health either. Cigarette smoking can also have a negative impact on lung health.
4. Physical activity
Regular exercise is key to maintaining good heart health. A sedentary lifestyle, especially after a full day in the office in a sitting position and then sitting again can contribute to a number of health problems, especially heart problems. The human body is designed to be used, consumed and compensated. It is good to practice walking or cycling for more than 40 minutes a day. It is also good to practice some sport for more than an hour a week. The more active you are, the more grateful your body will be.
Keep stress under control
Chronic and acute stress can have a detrimental effect on your health. Stress increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. Activities that are good for relieving stress are meditation, exercise, yoga, etc.
