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DMHC& Heart Health CoronaryArtery Disease (CAD) / Ischemic Heart Disease The most commontypeof heart disease andleading causeofdeath with over 18 million adults in the U.S. suffering. CADis a “silent killer” , you may nothave symptomsformany yearsuntil you experience a heart attack from complete blockage ofblood flow. Symptoms can include: chest pain, shortness of breath, andfatigue from the lack of blood flow to the heart. You can’t change all ofthem, butyou can manage some of them by making lifestyle changes or taking medications. Talk with your provider for more support about what you can do about these risk factors. Risk Factors Lifestyle Changes Cholesterol Level Live Smoke Free Activity Level Smoking damages artery lining, leading to a build up of fatty material. This can cause angine, a heart attack, or a stroke. Smoking Watch Cholesterol Blood Pressure Strive to keep it below 200 mg/dl. Control Blood Sugar Excessive Body Fat Aim for a fasting blood glucose less than 100 mg/dL. Tension & Stress Maintain Healthy Weight Target a body mass index between 18.5-25. Family History Triglycerides Monitor Blood Pressure Ensure your number stays below 120/80 mm Hg and make healthy changes to your lifestyle. Age Cut Down on Salt Diabetes Extra water stored raises blood pressure. Adults should eat less than1 teasoon/day. Personal History of Heart Disease Get Active Getting/staying active can reduce your risk of developing CAD and provides many other benefits.
DMHC& Heart Health CoronaryArtery Disease (CAD) / Ischemic Heart Disease The most commontypeof heart disease andleading causeofdeath with over 18 million adults in the U.S. suffering. CADis a “silent killer” , you may nothave symptomsformany yearsuntil you experience a heart attack from complete blockage ofblood flow. Symptoms can include: chest pain, shortness of breath, andfatigue from the lack of blood flow to the heart. You can’t change all ofthem, butyou can manage some of them by making lifestyle changes or taking medications. Talk with your provider for more support about what you can do about these risk factors. Risk Factors Lifestyle Changes Cholesterol Level Live Smoke Free Activity Level Smoking damages artery lining, leading to a build up of fatty material. This can cause angine, a heart attack, or a stroke. Smoking Watch Cholesterol Blood Pressure Strive to keep it below 200 mg/dl. Control Blood Sugar Excessive Body Fat Aim for a fasting blood glucose less than 100 mg/dL. Tension & Stress Maintain Healthy Weight Target a body mass index between 18.5-25. Family History Triglycerides Monitor Blood Pressure Ensure your number stays below 120/80 mm Hg and make healthy changes to your lifestyle. Age Cut Down on Salt Diabetes Extra water stored raises blood pressure. Adults should eat less than1 teasoon/day. Personal History of Heart Disease Get Active Getting/staying active can reduce your risk of developing CAD and provides many other benefits.
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