As we know, the heart acts as the body's engine.
The heart keeps blood, the body's main "fuel", circulating. Blood delivers to the organs and tissues all the substances needed for the body to live and function normally. When the heart's function is impaired, normal blood circulation is disrupted.
Proper nutrition is the foundation of good health. Fresh fruit and vegetables, fresh meat, chicken (not broiler!), fish, dairy products, eggs, various grains, vegetable oils and bread made from durum wheat should make up the bulk of your diet. Salty, fatty, fried, canned, smoked and sugary foods, as well as processed and fast food, should be avoided.
Movement is life. Most people today suffer from physical inactivity (a sedentary lifestyle). The average city dweller spends 9 hours a day sitting. This is a very serious problem. A person who spends most of the day sitting has a many times higher risk of developing heart disease than a physically active person.
So move as much as you can. Daily walks (at least 3 km), swimming and daily exercise are very beneficial.
High blood pressure harms the health of the heart and blood vessels. Therefore, from the age of 30–35 you should check your blood pressure regularly. Hypertension sometimes develops without any symptoms. That is why you should monitor your blood pressure even if you have never noticed symptoms such as headache or dizziness.
By following these simple tips, you can protect yourself against many heart and vascular diseases.
Information on this site is general and does not replace an examination by a doctor.