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Inflammation is a natural protective response of the body to injury or infection. However, when it becomes chronic, it can damage arterial walls, leading to atherosclerosis—a buildup of plaques in the arteries. These plaques, composed of fats, cholesterol, and other substances, can narrow arteries and restrict blood flow, increasing the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Chronic inflammation also makes plaques more prone to rupture, potentially leading to clot formation and subsequent cardiovascular events.
Several lifestyle and genetic factors can contribute to chronic inflammation. Poor diet, lack of physical activity, smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, chronic stress, obesity, and certain chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension are significant contributors. Additionally, genetic predispositions can make some individuals more susceptible to inflammation, increasing their risk of heart disease.
Adopting a heart-healthy diet is crucial. This includes focusing on whole foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats. Incorporating anti-inflammatory foods like berries, leafy greens, nuts, olive oil, and fatty fish can help reduce inflammation. It’s also important to limit processed foods and sugars, which can promote inflammation and contribute to weight gain.
Regular physical activity is essential for reducing inflammation and improving heart health. Engaging in at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week, such as brisk walking, cycling, or swimming, can significantly benefit cardiovascular health. Strength training is also important as it helps build muscle and maintain a healthy weight, both of which reduce inflammation.
Managing stress is key to reducing inflammation. Techniques such as yoga, meditation, deep breathing exercises, and mindfulness can lower stress levels and inflammation. Adequate sleep (7-9 hours per night) is also important, as poor sleep can increase inflammation.
Smoking is a major contributor to inflammation and heart disease. Quitting smoking is essential for reducing these risks. Similarly, alcohol should be consumed in moderation—up to one drink per day for women and two for men—as excessive alcohol consumption can increase inflammation. Learn more about alcohol and substance abuse prevention.
Obesity is closely linked to inflammation, and maintaining a healthy weight is critical for managing inflammation. A balanced diet and regular physical activity are fundamental strategies for achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. Monitoring and managing chronic conditions, such as hypertension and diabetes, through regular health check-ups are also vital in reducing inflammation and preventing heart disease.
Sleep is not just a period of rest, but a critical foundation for our health and well-being. Adequate sleep is linked with a lower risk of serious health conditions such as dementia, obesity, and stroke. Despite its importance, many adults struggle to achieve the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep each night.
In a quest for better sleep, many turn to sleep supplements such as melatonin, magnesium, and over-the-counter antihistamines. These substances have become a popular solution for those looking to improve their sleep quality.
Melatonin is a hormone responsible for regulating sleep-wake cycles. It is crucial to use melatonin correctly, considering timing and environmental light, to harness its benefits without succumbing to the pitfalls of unregulated supplements.
Magnesium is often recommended to enhance melatonin’s effects or to induce relaxation. However, expert opinions suggest that the benefits of magnesium for sleep might be more hype than reality. Antihistamines can offer temporary drowsiness but may impair cognitive function and fail to promote restorative sleep.
Lifestyle factors play a significant role in sleep quality. Avoiding sleep-disruptive substances and incorporating physical activity and stress management can enhance sleep quality, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach to sleep health.
Stress and overthinking are significant barriers to restful sleep. Strategies to manage psychological and emotional well-being are crucial parts of sleep hygiene.
Persistent sleep problems may indicate underlying health issues, such as chronic insomnia or sleep apnea. It’s vital to recognize when sleep disturbances go beyond the scope of lifestyle adjustments and supplements.
Improving sleep is an essential part of preventive health care. For more resources on sleep health and preventive wellness strategies, visit https://myQmd.com.
Credits: Adapted from Should I Take Supplements to Sleep? What Experts Think. TIME April 2024. Available at Time Health.
Pulmonary Hypertension is a type of high blood pressure that affects the arteries in the lungs and the right side of the heart.
Pulmonary hypertension (PH) remains a significant global health burden, with an evolving understanding over decades. Recent data suggests a high prevalence, affecting millions worldwide, with notable disparities in diagnosis and treatment availability between resource-rich and resource-limited areas. A stark increase in diagnosis has been observed, especially in North America and Europe, attributed to better physician awareness and diagnostic capabilities.
Historically considered a disease of young women, pulmonary hypertension has shown an increasing prevalence in various demographics, notably in older populations in developed countries. New studies indicate that infections like HIV and schistosomiasis in low-income countries lead to secondary pulmonary hypertension, underscoring the need for global health interventions.
Addressing root causes in low-income regions, such as controlling infections that can lead to pulmonary hypertension, is crucial. Enhanced screening and preventive measures against conditions like HIV and schistosomiasis could reduce the incidence of PH.
In established cases, early diagnosis through widespread use of echocardiograms and other diagnostic tools can significantly improve outcomes. Establishing centers of excellence for pulmonary hypertension care in underserved areas is recommended to provide specialized treatment and management.
Dr. Christopher H. Goss and his colleagues, including Dr. Ranjani Somayaji and Dr. Patrick A. Flume, have been pivotal in advancing our understanding of the pathogenesis and management of pulmonary exacerbations in cystic fibrosis, contributing significantly to the field. Their research emphasizes the complexity and the acute need for targeted therapeutic strategies in pulmonary hypertension.
This presentation incorporates the latest research findings and recommendations regarding pulmonary hypertension, with a focus on accuracy and the inclusion of the most recent studies and guidelines. It reflects comprehensive knowledge, bridging the gap between historical data and current trends in the management and understanding of pulmonary hypertension.
Credits: Adapted from Pulmonary hypertension: the unaddressed global health burden. The Lancet Respiratory Medicine, June 29, 2018. Available at The Lancet Respiratory Medicine.
Research indicates a connection between accelerated biological aging and an increased risk of cancer in younger adults, suggesting significant impact from lifestyle, stress, and genetics.
Chronological age measures years lived, while biological age assesses health indicators, showing that factors beyond age contribute to disease risk.
Nine blood-based markers, including albumin and glucose, are used to determine biological age and assess cancer risk.
PhenoAge is an algorithm that uses biomarkers to calculate biological age, providing insights into cancer risk.
Accelerated aging is significantly associated with lung, stomach and intestinal, and uterine cancers, highlighting the need for prevention.
The rise of cancer in younger populations emphasizes the importance of addressing accelerated aging early.
Nutrition, exercise, and sleep can slow accelerated aging and reduce cancer risk, underscoring the power of prevention.
Senolytics, drugs that target aging cells, hold promise for preventing cancer in those with signs of accelerated aging.
Further research involving diverse populations and longitudinal studies is needed to understand aging and cancer risk better.
Early screening and research participation are critical in identifying and preventing early-onset cancers due to accelerated aging.
Credits: Adapted from Accelerated Aging Linked to Cancer Risk in Younger Adults, Research Shows. CNN, 7 April 2024. Available at CNN Health.
Credits: Adapted from Accelerated Aging Linked to Cancer Risk in Younger Adults, Research Shows. CNN, 7 April 2024. Available at CNN Health.
41-year-old cardiologist in Jamnagar, passed away due to what is believed to be a cardiac arrest. Despite exhibiting no symptoms or traditional triggers associated with heart attacks, he collapsed suddenly in his bathroom early in the morning. Notably, his ECG reading taken during his initial discomfort was normal. Following his collapse, efforts to revive him were unsuccessful.
Young cardiologist’s unfortunate demise sheds light on the importance of comprehensive cardiac health management, encompassing both primary and secondary prevention measures. By prioritizing regular health screenings, stress management, and early intervention for risk factors, individuals can significantly reduce their susceptibility to cardiac events, even in the absence of apparent symptoms.
Source: The Indian Express
Written by: Sohini Ghosh
Publication Date: June 8, 2023 07:37 IST
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Heart attacks and cardiac deaths are increasingly on rise in young in the age group of 40-50. Stress, sedentary lifestyle and poor dietary choices are affecting cardiac health of people in general and experts advise screening after the age of 40 to reduce risk of heart ailments and sudden deaths.
“It seems KK was having some chest discomfort and he was rushed to the hotel. Now simply if somebody starts having chest discomfort which is a suspicion for heart attack, then the patient should not be running. Patient should be taken to a place where he is lying down. So that heartbeat comes down rather than creating lot of anxiety around the situation. When people start running, it will make situation worse. If emergency situation like this is suspected, make the patient comfortable, then if there is availability of simple aspirin or sorbitrate, then try that. Potentially one should know BP of the person who is at risk, saturation if one can know. Patient should be taken to a hospital in comfortable manner and not in a rushed manner like it was shown in the video how KK was rushed back to hotel and then to hospital and in that duration all these things happened,” says Dr Kapoor.
“When somebody says a person has a healthy lifestyle, so that healthy lifestyle could be looking from outside. But what actually is inside is a vascular lifestyle. Blood vessels may not be behaving in a good manner even if the person is leading a healthy lifestyle from outside. The person might be gymming, maybe going for walks maybe jogging, but if the person is smoking in addition to this, then a person cannot have a healthy lifestyle. Or if a person is stressed in addition to this then we can’t say the person has a healthy lifestyle. All the good things that the person is doing is nullified by the bad things and these bad things are leading to a lot of stress from the heart point of view which can be life threatening,” he says.
Dr Kapoor says prevention is the best thing we can do. “One should screen themselves beyond the age of 40. They should have cardiac annual check-ups, fasting blood sugar, fasting cholesterol, fasting lipid profiles and other blood tests and a good stress test. This creates a comprehensive screening test and if there is some clue, some pointer that comes out of this screening test that is not normal then people can have advanced testing in the form of CT corner scans, conventional angiography. We should exactly know what’s happening with arteries of our heart. BP and cholesterol issues should be addressed too because they also cause heart problems,” concludes the expert.
Source: The Indian Express
Written by: Dr. Balbir Singh
Publication Date: February 26, 2023
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It is not unknown that Indians get heart disease at least 10-15 years before their western counterparts. This may not be too far-fetched with respect to cases in other nations when health is put your health in perspective. Prevention is the key to combatting such phenomenon and the approach should be such that by the age of 30, every Indian should have a full check up to understand what their risk factors are.
Considerable risk factors are family history, heart disease, diabetes, previous heart attacks, genetic propensity to develop certain diseases, diet, pollution, stress, exercise lack or over, cholesterol, smoking alcohol, lifestyle modifications and preexisting propensity.
Considerable recommendations: get checked as early as age 30 to reap huge dividend and if normal, repeat in 5 years. Screen people for risk factors including footprints of diabetes. There should be awareness that the ability to exercise can be deceptive (young people suddenly developing hypertrophic cardiomyopathy —-> cardiac arrest and death e.g. In 1993, Carl Lewis Boston Celtics slumped during practice and died).
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