Having a healthy heart is essential for overall health and fitness. It is the most hardworking organ of our body, which carries millions of meters of blood carrying oxygen and nutrients to every part of the body. In the last few months, there has been a sharp increase in cases of death due to heart attacks. Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death globally. The frightening thing is that most of the people who suddenly lost their lives due to heart attacks were young. In such a situation, you need to be alert knowing the causes of a heart attack. Today in this episode, we are going to tell you about some bad habits which reduce the efficiency of the heart and increase the risk of a heart attack. Let's take a look at these habits...
Excessive consumption of junk foods
Consuming unhealthy and processed foods can also put your heart at risk. It is a harmful habit, which directly affects risk factors like blood pressure and cholesterol. Hence it is advised to check your menu for nutritional information about the food and eat only what you feel is balanced in terms of nutrition and taste.
Weight loss
In this run-of-the-mill life, most people are troubled by the problem of obesity or being overweight. Health experts consider this as one of the risk factors for heart attack. MyoHealth states that obesity increases the risk of high blood cholesterol, high triglyceride, high blood pressure, and diabetes, all of which increase the risk of a heart attack. This is the reason that to reduce the risk of heart attack, reduce your weight in time.
Smoking
The effect of smoking affects our heart health. The chemicals in cigarette smoke thicken the blood which causes clots to form inside the veins and arteries. According to health experts, clotting can lead to a heart attack which can also lead to sudden death.
Poor oral care
You might be surprised to know that your dental care is linked to the health of your heart. Yes, periodontal diseases increase in people who avoid flossing. People with gum disease have a higher risk of heart attack, stroke, and cardiovascular events. Periodontal disease increases inflammation in your body and markers of inflammation in your bloodstream, which leads to heart disease. So for the sake of your heart's health, don't brush too often, and don't forget to floss.
Physical inactivity
Health experts say that if you like a relaxed life, then this habit can increase the risk of a heart attack. There is no doubt that physical inactivity increases the risk of heart disease manifold. Because when the body remains inactive, fatty substances build up in the arteries. If the arteries that carry blood to your heart become damaged or clogged, it can lead to a heart attack. This is the reason why all people are advised to exercise daily. Doing yoga and regular exercise can reduce the risk of heart attack and heart disease to a great extent.
