An early heart attack may be a matter of choice
December 20th, 2008 Posted in Men's cardiovascular healthWe all know someone who has suffered a heart attack, or has high blood pressure and elevated cholesterol levels (maybe it’s you).
However, for most of us…when it comes to our own cardiovascular health, we tend to ‘blow it off’ and ignore it. We can’t imagine the idea that heart attacks and chest pains will happen to us…well, you better wake up! Because if you don’t…that heart attack is going to bite you in the ass!
Guys, it’s not that we are going to live for ever, but heart attacks are still the # 1 cause of death and they are happening in younger and younger men. Who wants to keel over in their 50’s, 60’s or even early 70’s just when we’re supposed to be having some fun?
Once you have a heart attack (assuming you survive it) you will become a lifelong prisoner to medications, side effects, procedures, doctor’s offices and misery.
IT DOES NOT HAVE TO BE THAT WAY!
Prevention, Prevention, Prevention
It’s a choice (even if you have bad genes) you can minimize your risk of a heart attack. Here are some pointers;
Eating healthy: Eat sensible amounts. Reduce fats & sugar intake.
Forget fast foods and the ‘all you can eat’ mentality. As a nation we are killing ourselves by over-eating. Cut back on the feedbag and you will not only feel better, you will look better
Exercise: at least 3 times a week. As Nike says… ”Just do it”, get out of breath…and do something!
Reduce Inflammation: Both the gums and intestines are major areas that sow seeds of inflammation throughout the body, especially in the coronary arteries. Therefore, Floss your teeth everyday and have a dental cleaning at least twice a year. Also eat plenty of fiber to maintain regular bowel movements (They should be big enough to belong on the ‘Fear Factor’). These two exercises will pay off in the long run
Reduce stress: “Easier said than done”, I hear you say…well, better start working on it, because this is the key to reducing the risk of having the big gripper…
Laughter, exercise, anger control, tolerance, prayer & meditation are just a few tools designed for stress reduction… use them.
Lower cholesterol: Use Natural cholesterol reducers; Sytrinol, Niacin, Fiber and Probiotics. If you are taking statins make sure to supplement with Co-enzyme Q10 which is used up by the medication.
Maintain a normal Blood pressure: First of all get Blood Pressure checked, if it is high have it treated with the appropriate medication, weight loss and exercise
Add Natural supplements to your cardiac protection regimen,
Omega -3 fatty acids, Green Tea, Acetyl l carnitine, Lutein and CoQ10,
Consider Cardioastin an all-in-one Cardiac maintenance formula