According to the American Heart association 1 in 3 women will be affected by some form of heart disease. This is a frightening statistic and if we want to protect our family and friends we all should become more aware of the what this disease can do to people and how we can help our loved ones navigate this illness.
Risk Factors
Outside of a family risk ( genetics) lifestyle choices can make a big difference in women developing heart related diseases. What are some of the risks we should be aware of?
- managing stress
- treating high blood pressure
- diabetes
- high cholesterol
- quitting smoking
- exercise more
- making smart food choice
- reducing alcohol intake
What are the different diseases and their symptoms
- Coronary: narrowing of the arteries. Symptoms are pain in jaw, chest, indigestion, nausea, vomiting, shortness of breath
- Stroke: Blocked artery. Symptoms are numbness, pain in arm, vision, coordination issues, headache, confusion
- Arrhythmias: irregular heart beat, Heart beats to slow or to fast. symptoms, profuse sweating or fainting, pounding of heart on chest
- Heart Failure: heart to weak to supply blood.Swelling in ankles, legs, shortness of breath.
As you can see heart issues have a variety of signs and symptoms that when we pay attention we can save a life. the best way to prevent this ailments is:
- See regular checkups with your doctor
- Make sure you are eating a balanced diet
- Make sure you are getting good sleep
- Try to find ways to destress your life
- Seek a fitness professional to develop a structured fitness routine to live a healthier life
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