6 dangerous moments for heart health
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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There are situations and even a certain time when the likelihood of a heart attack increases dramatically. Therefore, people who have problems with cardiac function, this information is always useful.
So, when does the danger lie in the most often?
Morning Ascent
Or not always good. According to research by scientists from Harvard University, the risk of a heart attack increases by 40% exactly by the tour. Why? As you wake up, your body produces adrenaline and other stress hormones, blood pressure is increased and there is a need for oxygen. The blood becomes thicker, and therefore the person is partially dehydrated. All this is an additional burden on the heart.
Monday morning
Double blow - on Monday morning the number of heart attacks increases. Scientists suggest that this is due to the fact that people are stressed when they go to work early in the morning and even after the weekend. Try to maintain the regime and not too beat out of the rhythm on weekends.
After a hearty lunch / dinner
Studies show a diet high in fats and carbohydrates narrows blood vessels, making the blood more prone to clotting. Protect yourself - do not overeat and eat healthier food.
During defecation
This is the last place where you think about heart problems, but the fact remains - when a person tenses, the pressure in the chest increases and the blood returns to the heart slows. Eat a lot of fiber, avoid dehydration and stress.
During unusual vigorous exercises
And not only energetic, but also unaccustomed. When a person sharply begins physical activity, to which the body was not accustomed, the production of stress hormones increases, as a result of which the arterial pressure jumps and increases the heart rate, resulting in a heart attack. Regular exercise will protect your heart. But you need to increase the intensity level gradually.
At public appearances
Public performances are very similar to physical activity. Extreme nervousness increases blood pressure, heart rate and adrenaline, so first of all you need to take care of your health, and then about the performance.
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