Taking care of heart health is important for all people, it is one of the most important organs of the body which pumps oxygenated blood to the rest of the body keeping the cells healthy. However, in the last few years, due to risk factors like lifestyle and dietary disturbances, negative effects on this most important organ have been seen in many ways. Cardiologists say that as the cases of heart disease have increased in the last few years, it becomes necessary that we all make healthy changes in our lifestyle in time.
World Heart Day is celebrated every year on 29 September to alert people about the increasing risks of heart disease around the world and increasing awareness for its prevention. Health experts say that there are many risk factors for heart health, but certain diseases can also put you at risk of developing this disease over time.
Let us know in case of which diseases you need to be especially careful regarding heart health.
Be careful if you are infected with Corona
There has been a risk of a coronavirus epidemic globally for more than three years, due to some new variants, the risk of re-infection has been seen increasing in the UK in the past. The team of researchers said that the condition of coronavirus infection has been found to affect heart health. Its risk has been seen to be higher in infected people.
The risk of blood clotting and heart attack has also been reported to be higher in corona-infected people. Health experts say that people who have been victims of infection should get their heart checked as a precautionary measure.
High blood pressure disease
High blood pressure reduces the elasticity of your arteries and causes them to harden, which can cause damage. In this condition, the flow of blood and oxygen in the heart also reduces, which is known to be a major factor in heart disease. Uncontrolled high blood pressure is also considered to increase the risk of heart attack and cardiac arrest, hence it is very important to take preventive measures.
Risk due to diabetes
Diabetes, a condition in which glucose levels increase significantly, can damage your blood vessels and related nerves. Over time, this damage begins to cause heart disease. People with diabetes may have twice the risk of developing heart disease than others, which is why it is recommended to keep both blood pressure and sugar levels under control to prevent this.
Obesity is a big threat
If you are overweight, it can be a condition that seriously affects your physical health. The risk of heart disease also increases significantly due to obesity. The team of health experts found that such health risks can be reduced by controlling weight. Obesity is a risk factor for many chronic diseases and it is important to keep it under control.
