{"id":597,"date":"2016-01-05T14:23:49","date_gmt":"2016-01-05T08:53:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.kokilabenhospital.com\/blog\/?p=597"},"modified":"2016-01-05T14:23:49","modified_gmt":"2016-01-05T08:53:49","slug":"ring-in-the-new-year-with-heart-healthy-habits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kokilabenhospital.com\/blog\/ring-in-the-new-year-with-heart-healthy-habits\/","title":{"rendered":"Ring in the New Year with Heart Healthy Habits"},"content":{"rendered":"

Every year we promise to bring a positive change in our lifestyle but rarely manage to keep up with it. In the year 2016, let’s shift our focus on heart health<\/strong> and shelter it against potential dangers.<\/p>\n

During winter months, the Heart<\/strong> has to work harder in order to maintain body heat. What’s more\u2026 there’s also something about the holiday season that takes a toll on the heart<\/strong><\/p>\n

Did you know\u2026?<\/h5>\n

During the average human lifetime, the heart<\/strong> beats roughly 2.5 billion times. Such a hard-working muscle definitely deserves a little extra attention. Don’t you think\u2026?<\/p>\n

A healthy heart<\/strong> is a happy heart<\/strong>. Here are five things you can do every day to keep your heart healthy<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

Never skip your breakfast \u2013 According to a new study, starting the day off with a healthy meal not only gives the body sufficient energy to carry out day-to-day activities but is also known to reduce the risk of a heart disease<\/strong><\/p>\n

Get Moving \u2013 Stay heart healthy<\/strong> by including some form of physical activity in your daily routine. Just 30 minutes of workout, three or more times a week will shed those extra pounds and promote better functioning of the heart<\/strong><\/p>\n

Make smart food choices \u2013 Preventing heart disease<\/strong> isn’t just about avoiding unhealthy food items. Your diet should also include foods that are rich in nutrients, fiber, and healthy fats. Most fruits & vegetables, nuts, seeds, & legumes, whole grains, like brown rice and other unrefined carbs are good for your heart<\/strong><\/p>\n

Quit smoking \u2013 Experts believe that smokers are 3 times more likely to die from Heart Disease<\/strong> as compared to Nonsmokers. Tobacco injures blood vessel walls and accelerates the process of hardening the arteries. People who smoke tobacco are at risk for several cancers, heart<\/strong>\/lung diseases, circulatory disease and stroke.<\/p>\n

Manage your weight \u2013 Excess body weight increases your risk for heart disease<\/strong>, among other disorders<\/p>\n

Cut back on junk food, oily\/greasy munchies, sugar-laden drinks, salty food items and nibbles that are high in saturated or Trans fats. The key is to reduce your portion size of every meal and consume 4 to 5 small-sized meals throughout the day<\/p>\n

Sleep like a baby – Sleep is the body’s way of healing and refueling. Sleep deprivation has shown to have a disastrous impact on the overall health, not to mention the pressure it puts on your heart<\/strong>. Researchers believe that lack of sleep raises the risk of developing or dying from heart disease<\/strong> and stroke<\/p>\n

De-stress\/ Take a break \u2013 Over 90% of diseases are caused or complicated by stress. A stressful relationship or a highly demanding job could be doing more than just wearing you down each day. It could also be increasing your chances of having a variety of serious medical conditions like high blood pressure and heart disease<\/strong>. One way to de-stress is by signing up for a hobby class or indulging in some or the other form of recreational and fun activity.<\/p>\n

Find more reasons to smile – Research shows that laughter reduces stress hormones, lowers blood pressure, boosts immune system and even gives the body a fun and enjoyable cardio and abdominal workout.<\/p>\n

Reduce your alcohol intake \u2013 Excessive consumption of alcohol accelerates the heart<\/strong> rate and increases blood pressure which in turn doubles the risk of a heart disease<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Schedule a periodic health test \u2013 Do not let your health take a backseat. Getting tested regularly will not only keep a tab on your blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar etc. but also give you a better understanding of your current heart health<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Every year we promise to bring a positive change in our lifestyle but rarely manage to keep up with it. In the year 2016, let’s
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