• April 25, 2024

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in Mexico, according to the National Institute of Public Health (INSP), due to the lifestyle that Mexicans have as sedentary lifestyle and the intake of foods rich in fat. Therefore, it is important to know some habits to protect the heart.

On the other hand, specialists of the Institute of Cardiology "Ignacio Chavez", heart disease is a serious health problem in women, since one in three will die from some damage to the heart.

Protects your heart!

Therefore, women should incorporate some habits to improve their quality of life, prevent heart disease and achieve a healthy weight. Know them!

1. Exercise . Women who practice some type of physical activity, especially aerobic, reduce the risk of heart disease. Lack of activity has twice the risk of suffering a coronary disease, according to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute.

2. Reduce the use of oral contraceptives. Women who take pills are at a very high risk of heart problems, especially if they are older than 35 years.

3. Balanced feeding Those who have an unhealthy diet raise their risk of coronary heart disease. Reduces the intake of saturated fats, salt, sugars and alcohol.

4. Sleep well. Sleep apnea increases blood pressure and favors the formation of clots in the blood. So try to have good sleeping habits.

5. Diabetes control This is a habit that will not only keep sugar in check, but protect your heart. This is because diabetes and prediabetes raise the risk of coronary heart disease in women.

In addition to ward off coronary heart disease, these habits will allow your body to stay healthy, thin and energetic. Do not forget to visit your doctor if you feel any discomfort. And you, how do you take care of your heart?