Simple tips to keep your heart healthy
Want to reduce your chances of heart attack? All you need to do is follow these simple measures suggested by Dr. G Ramesh, Sr. Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, Proctor for Complex Coronary Interventions, Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad
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We all want to stay away from heart diseases but not many of us take measures on daily basis to ensure our heart remains hale and hearty. No wonder, the cases of sudden heart attack in younger people are on rise. Experts recommend certain simple lifestyle changes that could go a long way in keeping us disease-free.(Pexels)
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1. Exercise regularly: Our heart muscles become stronger when they contract and release repeatedly at a fast pace. Therefore, it is important to engage ourselves in some form of physical activity regularly at least for 30 to 45 minutes a day.(Pexels)
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2. Get adequate sleep: To ensure we have a healthy heart and lifestyle, we must get 6 to 8 hours of sleep daily. Insomnia leads to increased heart rate thus risking your chances of a breakdown.(Pexels)
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3. Eat healthy: It is critical to eat a healthy and balanced diet, preferably fresh food that is cooked at home in a hygienic environment. You must include heart-healthy foods like legumes, avocado, oatmeal, olive oil, nuts, berries, spinach, and salmon in your daily diet.(Pexels)
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