Lessens the Risk of Heart Disease
According to reports by the CDC, one of the most common causes of death is heart disease. In the US, at least one in four deaths is attributed to the condition, which is over 600,000 deaths yearly. It encompasses a range of different cardiovascular disorders, including arrhythmia, atherosclerosis, cardiomyopathy, and infections. The symptoms can vary depending on the cause. For example, those with arrhythmia may experience dizziness and chest pain, while nausea and breathlessness may present in CAD.
Heart disease’s risk factors may also vary, with some being uncontrollable while others are—the most common being hypertension and high cholesterol. In addition, those with pre-existing conditions like diabetes may also be at greater risk because high levels of blood sugar might make a person more susceptible to angina or stroke. Other factors may include family history, ethnicity, age, and gender.
While it’s not always possible to prevent the onset of heart disease, some lifestyle practices you can take to lessen the risks, like adopting low-fat and low-sodium diets rich in vegetables and fruits. Additionally, you may want to add pumpkin seeds to your diet, as their antioxidant, fatty acid, magnesium, and zinc content can keep the heart healthy.
