Heart is the most complicated organ of our body. Heart is the vital part of cardiovascular system in our body. World heart day is celebrated to aware public regarding heart diseases and illness. Cardiovascular diseases are the most common reasons of death. There are few major causes of heart diseases, first our lifestyle, poor meal timings, lack of exercise and above all smoking.
Following are the major types of heart diseases:
- Heart failure
- Coronary artery diseases
- Heart attack
- Congenital heart disease
- Heart muscle disease
- Heart valve disease
- Heart arrhythmia
Following are the risk factors for getting heart diseases:
- Age factor
- Laziness
- Diabetic history
- Heart disease family history
- Genetics
- Cholesterol levels
- Obesity
- Smoking
- Anxiety
- Unhealthy diet
Following are the few tips that would be helpful in getting rid of heart diseases initially.
- Eat meal in small amount
- Eat healthy food especially fruit and vegetables
- Add more whole grains in your diet
- Don’t take unhealthy food
- Try to lessen sodium intake in your food
- Exercise daily
- Sound sleep for at least 8 hours
Consult your doctor immediately when you witness:
- Chest pain
- Shortness of breath
- Irregular heart beat
- Unconsciousness