TOP-5 female diseases-killers
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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The difference in life expectancy between women and men lies in gender differences, in psychological and physical characteristics.
Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death among women. However, women more often than men seek help from specialists, as well as from cardiovascular diseases, they are protected by the hormone estrogen, at least until the onset of menopause.
There are diseases that are the most common cause of death among women in their ages.
Heart Disease
The most common cause of cardiovascular diseases, in particular myocardial infarction, is constriction or blockage of arteries carrying blood to the heart. After the onset of menopause, this risk increases.
How to reduce risk:
- More physical activity: Exercises increase the heart rate.
- Normal weight.
- Healthy food : vegetables, fruits, whole grains, high fiber foods. You can use the Mediterranean diet.
- Avoid stressful situations.
- Quit smoking.
Cancer
The most common form of oncological diseases in women are breast cancer and lung cancer, they are also the most deadly. According to research, some women have a genetic predisposition to these diseases, odako most of this connection is not found.
How to reduce risk:
- Smoking increases the risks, so it is better to get rid of this dependence.
- Research scientists say that the diet, which includes vegetables, fruits and nuts, serves as a defense against cancer.
- Less alcohol: found that the consumption of alcohol leads to an increased risk of breast cancer.
- Be physically active.
- Self-examination: in addition to regular examination by a doctor and mammography, as early as possible, independent check-ups will help to identify the cancer.
Stroke
The factor contributing to the onset of a stroke is high blood pressure. The risk is doubled if the next of kin has ischemic heart disease.
How to reduce risk:
- Frequently measure blood pressure and consult with a specialist about how to lower it.
- Use less salt, it helps increase the pressure.
- Limit the consumption of alcohol.
- To avoid stroke, try to exercise regularly and eat normally, reducing the presence of saturated fat in the diet.
Chronic diseases of the lower respiratory tract
Emphysema of the lungs and chronic bronchitis are often referred to together as COPD. Factors that lead to these diseases are air pollution, but the main reason is smoking. If you let the disease go on its own and do not cure them, it can lead to disability.
How to reduce risk:
- Quit smoking. If you have COPD and you smoke, giving up a bad habit will slow the progression of the disease.
- Avoid exposure to contaminated air and tobacco smoke from smokers.
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Alzheimer's disease
Alzheimer's disease is an irreversible and progressive disease. It gradually destroys the functions of memory and brain. Scientists believe that the cause of this form of dementia is a combination of genetic and environmental factors, but the exact cause remains a mystery.
How to reduce risk:
- Physical and mental activity.
- Complete rest. It is necessary that the cells of the brain do not accumulate toxic proteins. If a person regularly sleeps less than 5 hours a day, their level rises by 25%.
- Food. Eliminate foods high in cholesterol and saturated fatty acids from the diet, and limit consumption of sweets and salt.