The celebration of Diwali has started in the country. This festival of joy and gaiety is considered special in many respects. Crackers, fireworks, and lots of sweets add to the splendor of Diwali. However, health experts say, do not be careless about your health in any way during this festive season. There is a risk of triggering many types of health problems due to pollution and noise caused by firecrackers along with bad eating habits. This is the reason why people who have asthma, diabetes, or any lung disease should take special precautions.
Health experts say that this festival can also be challenging in many cases for people suffering from heart disease. Your problems can increase due to disturbances in diet to the environment. Let us know what things heart patients should be especially alert about during the celebration of Diwali.
Heart patients should take care of their health.
In a conversation with Amar Ujala, Dr. Sameer Singh, a senior cardiologist at a hospital in Lucknow, says, it is generally believed that respiratory and diabetes patients face the most problems during Diwali due to food habits and pollution from firecrackers. Along with this, heart patients also need to take special precautions during this time.
The loud sound emitted from firecrackers can cause a sudden increase in heart rate and blood pressure. Loud firecrackers can harm people with heart disease. Apart from this, air pollution caused by firecrackers, which contain elements like particulate matter, carbon monoxide, and sulfur dioxide, has also been seen to increase the risk of heart problems.
Let us know what things heart patients should keep in mind during Diwali.
What should heart patients do?
What to do to protect the heart from any problem during Diwali?
Choose nutritious and heart-friendly foods. Include vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, and fruits in the diet.
Do not forget to drink enough water throughout the day. Do not consume sugary beverages.
The joy of Diwali is incomplete without sweets, they are high in calories. Excessive calorie items can increase weight and sugar.
Do not skip exercise even during the festive season. Take a short walk after meals and exercise for at least 30 minutes a day.
Do not compromise on sleep in the joy of celebration. Lack of sleep can increase blood pressure and heart problems.
Do not make these mistakes.
Doctors say that some mistakes during Diwali can increase problems for you.
Do not consume too much fried or salty food during the festival. This increases the risk of blood pressure and heart disease.
Reduce the consumption of sweets or sugar-rich foods. This increases the risk of weight gain and other heart-related problems.
Do not ignore sleep. Lack of sleep also increases the risk of heart problems.
What do experts say?
Health experts say that everyone should take precautions so that this festival of Diwali does not cause any kind of problem for your health. Do take advice from your doctor about what measures are necessary to keep the heart healthy. If you feel any kind of problem during the festival, then immediately contact the nearest doctor.
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