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Health Formula: How to take care of your heart?

Smokers, those who are overweight or obese, and individuals leading a sedentary lifestyle have a high risk of heart disease. Age and family history also contribute to your risk.

September 29, 2023 / 18:02 IST
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in India, affecting both men and women. However, there are proactive steps you can take today to lower your risk of heart disease. (Image: news18 creative)
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Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in India, affecting both men and women. However, there are proactive steps you can take today to lower your risk of heart disease. (Image: news18 creative)
Smokers, those who are overweight or obese, and individuals leading a sedentary lifestyle have a high risk of heart disease. Age and family history also contribute to your risk. (Image: news18 creative)
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Smokers, those who are overweight or obese, and individuals leading a sedentary lifestyle have a high risk of heart disease. Age and family history also contribute to your risk. (Image: News18 creative)
Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the most common type of heart disease. It occurs when coronary arteries narrow or become blocked due to the buildup of cholesterol and plaque. (Image: News18 creative)
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Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the most common type of heart disease. It occurs when coronary arteries narrow or become blocked due to the buildup of cholesterol and plaque. (Image: News18 creative)
While certain factors like age and family history are beyond control, adopting a heart-healthy lifestyle significantly reduces the risk of heart disease. (Image: News18 creative)
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While certain factors like age and family history are beyond control, adopting a heart-healthy lifestyle significantly reduces the risk of heart disease. (Image: News18 creative)
Moderate aerobic exercise, vigorous activities, and strength training are beneficial. (Image: News 18 creative)
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Moderate aerobic exercise, vigorous activities, and strength training are beneficial. (Image: News 18 creative)
Prioritise vegetables, fruits, legumes, lean meats, fish, low-fat dairy, whole grains, and healthy fats. (Image: News18 creative)
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Prioritise vegetables, fruits, legumes, lean meats, fish, low-fat dairy, whole grains, and healthy fats. (Image: News18 creative)
Adopt healthy stressmanagement techniques like physical activity, relaxation exercises, mindfulness, yoga, and meditation. (Image: news18 creative)
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Adopt healthy stress management techniques like physical activity, relaxation exercises, mindfulness, yoga, and meditation. (Image: news18 creative)
Follow medical advice for necessary medications and lifestyle changes. (Image: News18 creative)
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Follow medical advice for necessary medications and lifestyle changes. (Image: News18 creative)
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first published: Sep 29, 2023 06:02 pm

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