The early morning chill can play havoc with your heart health, especially if you exercise without a warm-up or are not dressed properly. Research suggests that most heart attacks occur between 4 a.m. and 10 a.m. because of an increase in the secretion of certain hormones, such as epinephrine, norepinephrine, and cortisol, which can trigger an increase in oxygen demand and blood pressure.
Apart from this, the decreased level of endothelial progenitor cells can also increase the chances of a heart attack. Winter mornings can further increase the risk of a heart attack in people suffering from high blood pressure, diabetes, or lung problems. Experts say that such people should avoid morning workout or walk. Even if they go for a walk in the morning, they should cover their ears, chest, legs, and head properly.
According to experts, heart attacks occur during the early hours of waking up and due to cold weather in winter. This further increases the risk of a heart attack. All people who are at high risk, who have a family history of heart disease, who have high blood pressure, who are diabetic, and who have any other lung problem, are not advised to take morning- Take a winter walk (or workout) in the morning.
Why does the risk of heart attack increase on winter mornings?
During winter the body is already trying to increase metabolism to keep itself warm. If we have to go for a morning walk, then we have to protect ourselves from the morning cold. We need to cover our heads, ears, hands, and toes. Your chest area should be warm enough and never start exercising without a warm-up. Warm-up is most important and it is more important in the winter season. If we are not exercising without proper warm-up then heart attack and stroke can happen.
Ways to avoid a heart attack in the winter morning
Get your blood pressure checked regularly and consult a doctor if you notice any symptoms.
Keep your body warm and avoid going out at extremely low temperatures, especially in the morning walk.
Exercise regularly at home and eat a healthy diet.
Don't do too much work. This can result in heart attack and heart failure.
Avoid fatty, fried, sweet foods with high cholesterol levels.
If you have a disease, be closely monitored and maintain any treatment or medication.
Avoid any habit of OTC pills and self-medication.
Avoid smoking and consumption of alcohol.
