🧠 What Are Cardiovascular Diseases?
Cardiovascular diseases refer to a group of disorders of the heart and blood vessels, often leading to heart attacks, strokes, and other complications. CVDs are the leading cause of death globally.
❤️ Types of Cardiovascular Diseases
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| 🫀 Coronary Artery Disease | Narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the heart |
| 🧠 Stroke | Blocked or burst blood vessel affecting the brain |
| 💥 Heart Attack | Blood flow to the heart is blocked |
| 💧 Heart Failure | Heart can’t pump blood effectively |
⚠️ Major Risk Factors
- 🔴 High Blood Pressure
- 🚬 Smoking
- 🍩 High Cholesterol
- 🍬 Diabetes
- 🚶♂️ Physical Inactivity
- 🍕 Unhealthy Diet
- 😥 Stress
🛡️ How to Prevent CVDs
- 🥗 Eat a heart-healthy diet (low in salt, sugar, and trans fats)
- 🏃 Exercise regularly
- 🚭 Avoid smoking and limit alcohol
- 📋 Monitor blood pressure, sugar, and cholesterol
- 🩺 Regular check-ups