What is cardiovascular disease?
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a class of diseases that involve the heart or blood vessels. It is the leading cause of death globally, accounting for over 17 million deaths per year. The most common types of CVD are:
- Coronary artery disease (CAD) - when plaque builds up in the arteries supplying blood to the heart muscle. This can cause angina (chest pain) and heart attacks.
- Stroke - when blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted due to a blocked or burst blood vessel. This can lead to brain damage, disability, and death.
- Heart failure - when the heart cannot pump enough blood and oxygen to meet the body's needs. This causes fatigue, breathlessness, and fluid buildup.
The main risk factors for CVD include:
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Smoking
- Obesity
- Diabetes
- Family history
- Unhealthy diet
- Physical inactivity
Luckily, many of these risk factors can be improved through lifestyle changes and medication. Simple steps like eating healthy, exercising regularly, quitting smoking, and managing conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure can go a long way in preventing CVD.
> "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." - Benjamin Franklin
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Our patients report increased energy, better mood, improved cholesterol, lower blood pressure, and reduced heart disease risk. Rejuvenate Hormone Clinic partners with major insurance providers like BlueCross BlueShield, Aetna, and UnitedHealthcare to make care affordable.
So don't wait until it's too late! Schedule a risk assessment today at Rejuvenate Hormone Clinic. An ounce of prevention really is worth a pound of cure when it comes to cardiovascular disease!