Simple tips to keep your heart healthy

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Updated On Dec 15, 2021 07:01 pm IST

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)

Updated on Dec 15, 2021 07:01 pm IST

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)

Updated on Dec 15, 2021 07:01 pm IST

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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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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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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4. Cut down on fried food: Most of the fried food you eat contains trans fat which is not good for the arteries. To maintain a healthy heart one must cut down on fried food(Pexels)

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4. Cut down on fried food: Most of the fried food you eat contains trans fat which is not good for the arteries. To maintain a healthy heart one must cut down on fried food(Pexels)

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5. Include fibre in your diet: Fibre lowers blood pressure, limits inflammation, and reduces bad cholesterol since it reduces the absorption of cholesterol by our bloodstream. Some foods that are rich in fiber are whole grains, beans, fruits, and oatmeal. Include them in your diet to promote good heart health.(Pexels)

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5. Include fibre in your diet: Fibre lowers blood pressure, limits inflammation, and reduces bad cholesterol since it reduces the absorption of cholesterol by our bloodstream. Some foods that are rich in fiber are whole grains, beans, fruits, and oatmeal. Include them in your diet to promote good heart health.(Pexels)

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6. Reduce salt intake: While salt adds flavour to food, it also increases our blood pressure. To maintain normal blood pressure levels we should add less salt while cooking. Also, you must avoid adding salt to your food while eating.(Pixabay)

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6. Reduce salt intake: While salt adds flavour to food, it also increases our blood pressure. To maintain normal blood pressure levels we should add less salt while cooking. Also, you must avoid adding salt to your food while eating.(Pixabay)

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7. Quit smoking: Tobacco consumption is one of the leading causes of heart disease. Therefore, quitting smoking is one of the best things to do to reduce the risk of a heart attack and to maintain a healthy heart.(Pixabay)

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7. Quit smoking: Tobacco consumption is one of the leading causes of heart disease. Therefore, quitting smoking is one of the best things to do to reduce the risk of a heart attack and to maintain a healthy heart.(Pixabay)

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8. Meditate regularly: Several studies have proven that regular meditation protects one from chronic heart diseases. It calms the mind, regulates your breathing, and reduces stress levels while ensuring that the heart pumps regularly.(Pixabay)

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8. Meditate regularly: Several studies have proven that regular meditation protects one from chronic heart diseases. It calms the mind, regulates your breathing, and reduces stress levels while ensuring that the heart pumps regularly.(Pixabay)

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