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Cardiovascular diseases (CVD), especially heart attacks, have been the leading cause of death for women worldwide for a long time.
Shefali Jariwala once revealed her battle with epilepsy limited her acting career after Kaanta Laga.
Actress and model Shefali Jariwala breathed her last on June 27, sending shockwaves across the globe and among her fans. Known as the Kaanta Laga girl after the music video in 2002, the actress passed away at the age of 42, reportedly from a cardiac arrest. She was rushed to Mumbai’s Bellevue Multispeciality Hospital but was declared dead on arrival.
Having said that, cardiovascular diseases (CVD), especially heart attacks, have been the leading cause of death for women worldwide for a long time. Hence, it has become more important than ever to adopt certain lifestyle choices to maintain heart health and vitality.
Check below the list of changes to incorporate for a healthy heart.
Eat A Nutritious Diet
Diet is the most integral part of a healthy heart. Focus on consuming a diet high in fibre, fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains, and low in added sugars and saturated and trans fats. A balanced diet can greatly lower the risk of heart disease among Indian women. Moreover, you must monitor portion sizes to prevent excessive caloric intake, overeating, and weight gain, which also leads to heart disease.
Regular Exercise
Another important lifestyle change you should adopt is exercising regularly. Engaging in physical activity every day can increase blood flow, lower the risk of heart disease, and help people stay at a healthy weight. Activities like walking, jogging, cycling or swimming are great options that will keep you and your heart healthy. You can also include at least 150 minutes per week of aerobic exercise at a moderate level to achieve a healthy heart.
Managing Stress
Stress can definitely take a toll on your heart. Hence, it is crucial to include ways to manage stress. One can practise relaxation techniques, exercise, meditate, do yoga, do deep breathing exercises or engage in hobbies. With these techniques, you can positively impact heart health and prevent the negative impact it has on your heart.
Quit Smoking And Drinking
If you are a chain smoker, try to limit and eventually quit smoking as soon as possible. Smoking increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases as it damages blood vessels, causes inflammation and can increase the risk of atherosclerosis. Alcohol consumption, on the other hand, can lead to a range of heart problems like high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, and even heart failure.
Take Care Of Chronic Conditions
Women who are diabetic or have high blood pressure, or high cholesterol are more likely to develop cardiac problems. These disorders must be treated with medication, dietary changes, and regular check-ups. Hence, it is important to have regular medical examinations, including monitoring cholesterol levels, blood pressure, and overall heart health, to identify and manage any potential risk factors.
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