One of the most dangerous diseases are those that affect the cardiovascular system. This is due to its exceptional importance for the functioning of the body. As a result, a he althy heart means a he althy life for many years.
How to keep your heart he althy?
It is much easier to prevent the development of diseases than to treat them later. In particular, this statement is relevant for ailments that affect the cardiovascular system. The fact is that the vast majority of them are chronic and not amenable to full treatment. As a result, it is easier to maintain a he althy heart than to try to restore its activity later. In order to prevent deterioration of the activity of the cardiovascular system, it is necessary:
- observe a rational regime of work and rest;
- eat right;
- avoid stress;
- carry out drug prophylaxis;
- follow all doctor's recommendations.
Rational mode of work and rest
It is now well known that he althythe heart can remain such for a long time only if a person observes the correct daily routine. At the same time, he should not give too much stress on his body, constantly processing. No less dangerous is the lack of movement. Hypodynamia will lead to the fact that the heart of a he althy person will begin to reduce its muscle mass and lose tone. In order to prevent this, it is necessary to allocate as much time as possible to proper physical exercises. For the heart, brisk walking, as well as easy running, are of the greatest value. Of course, you do not need to give too much load on your body, especially for an untrained person. The fact is that even a he althy heart can suffer greatly under excessive stress.
It is very important to observe the correct sleep pattern. To do this, it is recommended to go to bed and get up at the same time. At the same time, the duration of sleep for an adult should be 7-8 hours a day. In case of lack of sleep, not only the nervous system suffers, but also the cardiovascular system.
Proper nutrition
No He althy Heart Day (September 29) is complete without doctors and nutritionists advising people around the world to avoid too much animal fat and table s alt. The fact is that their excess can have a rather serious negative impact on the cardiovascular system.
As for animal fats, they mostly contribute to increasing the level of cholesterol in the body. As a result, thiscauses its deposition in the form of atherosclerotic plaques on the walls of blood vessels. In the future, these formations, as they grow, are able to significantly narrow the lumen of the bloodstream in its individual sections and lead to the development of dangerous diseases.
If we talk about table s alt, then, according to cardiologists, its amount in a person's daily diet should not exceed 3 grams. Approximately so much of it is contained in ordinary products without adding from the outside. Too much s alt leads to fluid retention in the human body. As a result, the bloodstream overflows, and even a completely he althy heart and blood vessels must overexert themselves in order to do their usual work.
It is very important to eat enough marine fish, especially fatty ones. Salmon and trout are good in this respect. The fact is that they contain a lot of omega-3 fatty acids. They help lower blood cholesterol levels.
Greens, vegetables and fruits should form the basis of a diet for a he althy person. Very good for the work of the heart are those foods that contain a sufficient amount of potassium. The fact is that this element is necessary for the normal functioning of cardiomyocytes.
On the dangers of stress
Today it is reliably known that strong emotions, both positive and negative, can harm the cardiovascular system. Naturally, with such stress, he althythe heart will cope without much difficulty, but if they occur often enough, then it may also have problems. If a person already has diseases of the cardiovascular system, then it is advisable for him to generally avoid more or less serious stressful situations. Their harm lies in the fact that they contribute to an excessive release of adrenaline. It causes narrowing of the coronary arteries. If the lumen of these vessels is already reduced, then the blood supply to the heart becomes insufficient. The result may be chest pains of a pressing, squeezing or burning nature.
Medication prevention
Relatively he althy heart can be in 50 and even in 60 years. At the same time, cardiologists recommend that everyone who has already reached the age of 45 take the drug Aspirin for prophylactic purposes. It is necessary for the reason that it prevents thrombosis. After the age of 45, the risk of spontaneous formation of blood clots rises sharply. This can lead to the most serious consequences.
With age, the metabolism in cardiomyocytes gradually deteriorates. To improve it for prophylactic purposes, you can periodically take the drug "Thiotriazolin". It should be taken within one month. It is recommended that you consult with your doctor before using this medication.
Compliance with guidelines
Today, every person who already has a disease of the cardiovascular system should receive rational treatment. Howpractice shows that even if it was prescribed by a doctor, only 30% of patients follow all the recommendations of their doctor. As a result, the effect of ongoing drug therapy is significantly reduced. All this leads to a progressive deterioration of the cardiovascular system.
He althy heart - he althy child and happy parents
Today, pediatricians are quite wary of cardiovascular diseases in their young patients. The fact is that early detection of heart problems and the appointment of rational therapy with high-quality drugs is of great importance. Unfortunately, more and more different heart defects are now being detected in children. Their timely identification and treatment allow the child to live a full life in the future until old age. Naturally, parents should make sure that their children have a he althy heart. To do this, they need to ensure that the child has the opportunity to eat quality food in sufficient but small quantities, as well as to ensure that he leads an active lifestyle. The fact is that childhood obesity is one of the main reasons for the development of serious heart problems in the future.
Who to consult?
The main doctor involved in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the cardiovascular system is a cardiologist. Among the narrow specialists, he is perhaps the most in demand. This is due to the abundance of cardiovascular pathologies in the human population. Beforeconsultation with a cardiologist, it is desirable to undergo electrocardiography and ultrasound examination of the heart. If necessary, this specialist can refer the patient for additional examination.
A therapist, as well as a general practitioner, can help solve heart problems. These specialists, of course, do not have such extensive knowledge about the pathologies of the cardiovascular system, but they will definitely cope with all problems, except for really extremely difficult ones.
When should I apply?
Sometimes even a perfectly he althy heart can hurt. However, these sensations should not last long. If a person periodically experiences pain in the region of the heart or behind the sternum, shortness of breath begins to appear after minor physical exertion, the lower limbs swell, then he should definitely consult a specialist. At the same time, not only a cardiologist can act as him, although, of course, it is preferable to visit this particular doctor. Both a therapist and a general practitioner are able to establish a diagnosis and prescribe a rational course of treatment.
About cardiography
It is she who is the most common method for studying the activity of the heart. Thanks to her, it is possible to visualize the electromagnetic impulses that are involved in the contraction of the heart. A cardiogram of a he althy heart always pleases the doctor's eye. If he finds any pathology there, he will immediately prescribe the initial treatment. It can be supplemented after additional examination.
