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Coronary Artery Disease Prevention

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in all regions of the world and a major cause of disability. Learn how you can reduce your risk and prevent heart disease with your cardiologist.

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Coronary Artery Disease Prevention

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  1. Prevention Only Proactive health monitoring. A convenient and scientific way to stay healthy. Your cardiologist confidante

  2. Prevention onlyis dedicated to proactive health monitoring, using data and science, in a way that is convenient to you . Heart, vascular disease and stroke are the leading cause of death and disability in developed nations. Developing nations are quickly catching up. 80% of heart and vascular diseases are preventable. This is not a replacement for regular doctors' check ups but rather to complement it.

  3. Choosing a balanced lifestyle : why is it important? Choosing a way of life that is sustainable, healthy and enjoyable is an art. There is no single standard or mold that fits all. As a physician I can only direct you towards some of them. Incorporating them will be a lifetime of challenge. There will be slipping off and regaining foothold. The more we learn, more the guidelines change over time. Some guidelines have more rigorously done studies to back them up and others don’t. None of them are perfect. At the end of the day, you will stick to what you believe in and what is relatively easier to adhere to. But don’t forget to challenge yourself to something new every now and then.

  4. Diet- My general guidelines to people are - eat whole, eat more local and seasonal produce, less salt, sugar, preservatives and processed food. If you are interested in learning more, look up Mediterranean diet. Also look up plant based diet.

  5. Gluten free diet? Absolutely yes if you have celiac disease. For those who don’t have any medical condition, but prefer a gluten free diet, it’s often because of the relatively healthier ingredients. Remember though, gluten free products are generally more expensive. Don’t forget to chose less processed when going gluten free. Keto diet- excellent for weight loss, not so much for your cholesterol. Proceed with caution. Consider plant based protein. [Here are some dietary guidelines from American Heart Association: Adults who would benefit from BP and/or cholesterol lowering should: • Consume a dietary pattern that emphasizes intake of vegetables, fruits, and whole grains; includes low-fat dairy products, poultry, fish, legumes, non-tropical vegetable

  6. oils, and nuts; and limits intake of sweets, sugar-sweetened beverages, and red meats. Adapt this dietary pattern to appropriate calorie requirements, personal and cultural food preferences, and nutrition therapy for other medical conditions(including diabetes). Achieve this pattern by following plans such as the DASH dietary pattern, the USDA Food Pattern, or the AHA Diet.. In addition, for lowering bad cholesterol in adults: • Aim for a dietary pattern that achieves 5%-6% of calories from saturated fat • Reduce percent of calories from saturated fat . • Reduce percent of calories from trans fat .

  7. Smoking and Alcohol Consumption • Adults with elevated blood pressure or hypertension who currently consume alcohol should be advised to drink no more than 2 and 1 standard drinks per day, respectively. In the United States, one "standard" drink contains roughly 14 grams of pure alcohol, which is typically found in - 12 ounces of regular beer (usually about 5% alcohol) - 5 ounces of wine (usually about 12% alcohol), and 1.5 ounces of distilled spirits (usually about 40% alcohol). Activities- for best results, chose activities that you enjoy and can continue long term. Mix it up. Find friends with similar interest and spend more time with them. 30-45 minutes of moderate

  8. activity ( activity that will get you out of breath so that you are not able to continue a conversation), 4-5 times a week, is best for your cardiovascular health and maintenance of ideal body weight. To look better, be stronger and lose weight easily, do strength building activities 2-3 times a week as well, between cardio. Recharge-sleep is an absolute essential component, but also engage in hobbies outside of work, engage in being creative, and spend time socially if you enjoy that. Women generally need more sleep than men. Restful sleep is more important than hours slept.

  9. Think of investing in fitness devices and trackers, like smart watches, footstep trackers, scales, blood pressure monitors and use them regularly. Are vitamins and supplements necessary? Not if you are eating a balanced diet and getting plenty of sun. There may be specific needs for certain people based on your doctor‘s recommendations.

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