Our Heart Health
Our heart is the most important organ for pumping blood and for our body to function properly. We don't realize the impact of our habits until they start to wear down and harm our hearts. Today, heart diseases are one of the leading causes of death.
Habits That Threaten Our Heart
Our long-term habit of increasing alcohol consumption is quite damaging to our hearts. Alcohol, which also has a negative effect on the liver, increases the risk of heart diseases in our otherwise healthy hearts. Smoking, used in conjunction with alcohol, is a silent killer threatening your heart and health. 30% of deaths related to heart disease are due to smoking.
Excessive salt intake is one of the habits that negatively affect our hearts. It causes dangerous diseases such as high blood pressure, heart attack, and stroke by increasing blood pressure. At the same time, high-fat meals, unhealthy foods, and an irregular lifestyle significantly increase the risk of heart diseases.
Sleep deprivation is another factor that increases the risk of heart diseases. It leads to hormonal imbalances in the heart. Since the stress hormone level increases due to sleep deprivation, it puts heart health at risk. For a healthy heart, an adult needs to sleep 7-8 hours.
