Heart health is one of the major and most important concerns among the people around the world especially when people are losing their lives due to heart diseases all over the world. According to experts, poor diet, irregular exercise and genetic factors often lead to high cholesterol, obesity, high blood pressure and diabetes, while dramatically impacting a person’s heart health.

A healthy heart is the secret to a long life, so it’s important to reduce your risk of heart disease by keeping your heart strong. There are several factors that doctors use to assess a patient’s heart health. Some of these include:

blood pressure level

Doctors say your blood pressure should ideally be 120/80 mm Hg or less for a healthy heart. If your systolic pressure is 130 or higher or your diastolic pressure becomes 90 or higher, it is considered elevated. It is important to monitor your blood pressure regularly and if your condition does not change, immediately see a health care professional for observation and testing.

The most accurate way to know what your blood pressure is is to measure it.

cholesterol

Your body needs cholesterol to build healthy cells, but only at healthy levels. High cholesterol levels can be either due to genetic reasons or the result of an unhealthy lifestyle.

Monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats are good fats that help reduce the levels of LDL or bad cholesterol and increase the levels of good cholesterol or HDL as well as reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. These are found in olive oil, nuts, seeds, avocados and fish. On the other hand, bad or saturated fats are present in high-fat meat and dairy products.

For adults, a total cholesterol level less than 200 mg/dl is considered healthy. However, readings of 200-239 mg/dL are considered borderline high, and readings beyond 240 mg/dL are considered high. Healthy LDL should be less than 100 mg/dL and HDL more than 40 mg/dL.

healthy breathing

If you are able to perform moderately intense physical activities such as walking, running, or lifting weights without experiencing chest pain, chest tightness, or shortness of breath, your heart is supplying the oxygen levels your body needs, and you are healthy. Are. Heart.

If these activities cause you to become out of breath and you need to stop a certain activity, be aware of this and pay attention.

good energy levels

Another important sign of a healthy heart is having good energy levels throughout the day. You may be experiencing fatigue if you feel tired throughout the day and have difficulty doing daily activities like climbing stairs, carrying groceries, or walking. Your heart may not be able to pump enough blood to meet your body’s needs.

Snoring at night or daytime fatigue may be a sign of sleep apnea, which increases the risk of high blood pressure or atrial fibrillation.

oral health

Good oral health indicates a healthy heart. According to experts, people with healthy gums have lower blood pressure and also respond better to medication.

According to studies, adults with serious oral problems like gum diseases and infections are more likely to have high blood pressure levels. Another study found that people who brushed less than twice a day had a three-fold increased risk of having or dying from a heart attack, heart failure or stroke.

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