Dr. Dinesh Sehgal, Interventional cardiologist, Sapra multispeciality Hospital explain some signs and reasons that give you an alarm why you should visit the heart physician for maintaining a healthy heart:

1. High Cholesterol level: When the total value of Cholesterol (HDL and LDL) becomes high, your risk for heart disease increases. Always keep a check on cholesterol level with the guidance of your doctor.

2. High Blood Pressure: If you are suffering from high blood pressure and it constantly remains high, then you are at high risk of having heart disease.

3. If you are or were a smoker, you have an increased rate of heart disease. Cigarette smoking is injurious not only for lungs but it also damages the lining of arteries wall and causes blockages.

4. Genetics play an important role in determining the rate of Heart disease. If your parents or forefathers were having heart issues, then it is likely that you also can face Heart diseases.

5. Diabetic patients whose blood sugar level remains high are more susceptible to suffer from High BP, High Cholesterol and Obesity.

6. Preeclampsia: Preeclampsia is a condition in which an expectant mother develops high blood pressure. The condition has been linked to a fourfold increase in the risk of heart failure, making pregnancy the most dangerous time for a woman’s heart outside of the post-menopausal years.

7. Tooth and Gum Disease: Patients with swollen gums often have heart disease.

8. Last but not least, when your family doctor or Physician recommends you to see a cardiologist, you must pay attention to their words and visit the specialized physician as soon as possible.

Blood pressure is the act of blood pushing against the walls of arteries. High blood pressure is diagnosed when it remains elevated for extended periods of time. High blood pressure can cause damage to our heart and arteries, which can lead to heart disease, stroke and other major complications.

High Blood pressure gives some symptoms which everyone should know:

Dizziness, headaches, nose bleeding, poor vision, breathing difficulty, chest pain etc. If anyone faces these symptoms, he/ she should immediately consult the cardiologist to reduce the severe effect.

 Through medication, one can lower the blood pressure but there are also natural ways to maintain healthy blood pressure. By following several of the heart healthy ideas, anyone can maintain their blood pressure and avoid serious complications such as heart attack or stroke.

The one who is diagnosed with high B.P. should follow the healthy diet plan to reduce the chances of heart attack. A healthy diet high in fruits and vegetables and low in fats and cholesterol is must for them. Lowering sodium intake can also reduce the blood pressure. The eating plan should have heart healthy foods such as Whole grains, Poultry Fish, Nuts, Fruits, Vegetables and Low-fat dairy.

Exercising for at least 30 minutes in a day can help in reducing the High Blood pressure problem. According to patient’s medical status and cardiovascular health, he/ she should follow the appropriate mode, duration, frequency of exercise in order to get maximum benefit.

High blood pressure is just one of the many adverse side effects of cigarette smoking. If you are diagnosed with high blood pressure, kicking this habit will be one of the best ways to regain a healthy blood pressure level.

It is recommended that alcohol is good for human being but if it is taken in limit. Excessive alcohol consumption can be detrimental to the health.

Stress is yet another cause for high blood pressure. So, always keep your stress at bay. Work-related stress is often the most frequent contributor to high blood pressure. Try to avoid the situations which lead to increase your anger and blood pressure. With proper diet and meditation practice, one can lower the risks of High Blood Pressure.

If you have a family history of Imbalanced Blood pressure, or someone in your family shows signs indicating a heart problem, taking care of your heart is crucial. Be proactive and schedule an appointment with your cardiologist today!

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For those who survive after heart attack, the prevention of subsequent coronary events and the maintenance of physical functioning are the major challenges. Cardiac rehabilitation programs are recognized as integral to the comprehensive care of patients with heart attack said Dr. Dinesh Sehgal leading cardiologist (Sapra Multispeciality Hospital, hisar)

Follow below tips for healthy heart

•  Physical activity/Exercise is recommended /prescribed for patients with heart attack.

•  20- 60 minutes of Walking, running, cycling or swimming, etc. 3-5 days per week, 8-10 different exercises for both upper and lower body, 2-3 days per week.

•   Monitor for abnormal signs and symptoms, i.e., chest pain, dizziness, and dysrhythmias as exercise may precipitate cardiovascular complications in heart attack patients.

•  Patients with stable angina (Chest Pain) should always carry nitroglycerin and be educated in its use.

There can be individual variations in diet, but in general 50-60% calories come from carbohydrates like whole grains, peas, beans etc.  20-30% from fats like beef, lamb, dairy foods etc,15-20% from proteins Like fish, nuts, poultry etc. Meal should contain one portion of protein, two portions of grains and three portions of vegetables.

Avoid consumption of margarine, oily or fried foods, red meat, sweet preparations like cakes, (remove) pastries, margarine and carbonated drinks. Foods high in magnesium helps to protect heart, include foods such as broccoli, potatoes, spinach, and wheat germ.

•  Include servings of fresh fruits and vegetables in a diet.

•   Decrease salt and sugar intake, Stop smoking and decrease intake of alcohol.

•   keep a check on blood sugar and blood pressure value.

Here is how quickly we can get on with our day to day work

•   Patient can start driving after 6 to 8 weeks

•  Patient can resume to work after 4 to 6 weeks after myocardial infarction.

Continue your medications as prescribed by your doctor.

Disclaimer: Consult your doctor before starting/initiating any of the activity.

Follow below tips for healthy heart

• For the first few weeks after surgery use elevator, later can start climbing steps in gradual manner, by taking 30-60 secs break after every few steps.
• After complete recovery climb steps as a part of your everyday activity.
• Avoid pushing/pulling heavy objects.
• There can be individual variations in diet, but in general 50-60% calories come from carbohydrates (peas, beans, whole grains, and vegetables); 20-30% from fats (fatty beef, lamb, pork, poultry with skin, beef fat,  butter, cheese and dairy foods); and 15-20% from proteins (fish, beans, poultry, nuts, and low-fat dairy)
• Meal should contain one portion of protein, two portion of grains and three portions of vegetables.

• Avoid consumption of oily or fried foods, meat, sweet preparations like cakes, pastries, margarine and carbonated drinks.
• Include servings of fresh fruits and vegetables in a day’s diet.
• Decrease salt and sugar intake, and keep a check on blood sugar and blood pressure value.

• Stop smoking and decrease intake of alcohol.

• Exercise improves your strength after surgery and also helps to increase your cardiac capacity.
• Prefer walking at home during the first week, building compound or neighborhood.

Here is how quickly we can get on with our day to day work

• Patient can lift anything heavier than 3-4 kg after six weeks of surgery.
• Patient can start driving after 6 to 8 weeks of surgery
• Patient can resume to work after 4 to 6 weeks of surgery
• Continue your medications as prescribed by your doctor.

Disclaimer: Consult your doctor before starting/initiating any of the activity