8 Ways to Reduce Your Coronary Artery Disease Risk

8 Ways to Reduce Your Coronary Artery Disease Risk

8 Ways to Reduce Your Coronary Artery Disease Risk

Coronary artery disease, which affects more than 20 million Americans over the age of 20, develops when arteries in your heart become partially or fully blocked by a fatty material known as plaque.

Cleveland Clinic experts break down common risk factors for coronary artery disease, as well as 8 lifestyle changes you can make today to be healthier and reduce your chances of developing this condition.

Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:12 What is coronary artery disease?
0:20 What are the risk factors of coronary artery disease?
0:38 8 ways you can reduce your risk of developing coronary artery disease.
0:45 Adopt a heart-healthy diet.
1:13 Stop smoking.
1:25 Exercise.
1:45 Reduce your alcohol intake.
1:59 Manage your stress
2:25 Develop healthy habits
2:49 Take care of other health conditions.
3:08 See your doctor regularly.

Resources:
Coronary Artery Disease: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis: https://cle.clinic/3BAULgv

The information in this video was accurate as of 9.3.21 and is for information purposes only. Consult your local medical authority or your healthcare practitioner for advice.

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0.242 -> (gentle music)
4.9 -> It's estimated that 20.1 million Americans,
8.77 -> 20 and older have coronary artery disease.
12.66 -> It develops when arteries in your heart
14.94 -> become partially or fully blocked
17.23 -> by plaque, a fatty material.
19.48 -> Age, gender, and genetics may increase
22.09 -> your risk of developing this condition.
24.25 -> So, can diabetes, high blood pressure,
27.71 -> high cholesterol, smoking and being sedentary.
31.53 -> However, there are lifestyle changes
33.73 -> you can make today that lead to a healthier tomorrow.
37.91 -> Here are eight ways to reduce your risk
40.76 -> of developing coronary artery disease.
43.89 -> Number one, adopt a heart healthy diet.
47.38 -> Eat foods that protect your heart,
49.36 -> such as fruits and veggies, whole grains,
52.76 -> legumes, lean proteins, and fish.
55.89 -> Avoid foods high in trans fats or saturated fats,
59.96 -> which raise your cholesterol.
61.82 -> This means staying away from eating excess amounts
64.8 -> of red meat, fried food, full fat dairy products,
69.19 -> food cooked in coconut or palm oil.
72.57 -> Number two, stop smoking,
74.87 -> smoking is associated with many health problems,
77.86 -> including high blood pressure and high cholesterol.
80.78 -> Your healthcare provider can give tips
82.75 -> about the best ways to quit.
84.6 -> Number three, get moving.
86.93 -> A sedentary lifestyle increases your risk
89.56 -> of developing coronary artery disease.
92.02 -> However, exercise helps, experts recommend walking
95.97 -> 30 minutes, five times per week.
98.47 -> Being physically active also helps
100.63 -> you shed excess weight, another risk factor.
103.94 -> Number four, reduce and limit your alcohol intake.
107.79 -> Excessive drinking can lead to high blood pressure
110.6 -> or even damage the heart itself.
112.76 -> Women should have no more than one drink a day.
115.41 -> Men should have no more than two drinks daily.
118.09 -> Number five, learn how to manage stress.
121.97 -> Stress has a negative impact on heart health.
125.04 -> For example, anger and fear can lead
127.716 -> to elevated blood pressure, a known risk factor
130.98 -> for coronary artery disease.
133.12 -> To cope with stress, doctors recommend
135.69 -> learning relaxation techniques,
137.8 -> such as mindfulness or meditation.
140.6 -> Or incorporating exercise into your daily routine.
144.56 -> Number six, develop healthy habits at a young age.
149.3 -> It's never too early to learn about the importance
151.75 -> of good nutrition and why certain foods
154.03 -> are better for your heart than others.
156.27 -> Teaching even young family members about healthy choices,
159.48 -> for example how to recognize the differences
162.01 -> between good cholesterol, and bad cholesterol
164.75 -> can have a lasting impact.
167.96 -> Number seven, take care of your health conditions.
171.32 -> Diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol
174.54 -> cause serious health issues if left untreated.
177.64 -> This includes coronary artery disease.
180.34 -> If you have any of these conditions,
182.38 -> be sure to follow your healthcare provider's
184.69 -> treatment plans and recommendations.
187.63 -> Number eight, see your doctor regularly.
191.24 -> Regular checkups are a good way to make sure
193.64 -> you're on the right health track.
195.64 -> Your doctor may opt to prescribe medicine
198.02 -> that helps lower your cholesterol or blood pressure.
201.24 -> Or they may see early warning signs
203.43 -> of coronary artery disease,
205.33 -> and recommend diet or exercise changes.
208.47 -> Coronary artery disease can cause serious health issues,
211.9 -> including chest pain and discomfort, stroke or heart attack.
216.6 -> So, if you're not feeling quite right,
218.263 -> don't wait to get checked out, it just might save your life.
223.612 -> (gentle music)

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