Coronary Heart Disease: Causes, Symptoms & Prevention

Coronary Heart Disease: Causes, Symptoms & Prevention This title is concise, informative, and capable of generating user interest. It uses the main keyword "Coronary Heart Disease." Coronary Heart Disease: Causes, Symptoms & Prevention Introduction (First part of the video): Heart disease has become one of the leading causes of death worldwide, with coronary heart disease being the most common. An improper lifestyle can lead to the accumulation of fat inside the heart's coronary arteries, obstructing blood flow and causing chest pain, shortness of breath, and even a heart attack. In today's video, we will discuss in detail the causes of coronary heart disease, its various symptoms, and ways to survive this deadly disease. What is Coronary Heart Disease? (Second part of the video): Our heart works like a pump, delivering blood throughout the body. To do this, the heart itself needs oxygen and nutrients, which are supplied through the coronary arteries. When cholesterol or fat (called plaque) builds up on the inner walls of these arteries due to a poor diet and sedentary lifestyle, the path for blood flow narrows. This condition is called coronary artery disease or coronary heart disease. The chest pain felt due to reduced blood flow is also called angina. What are the Major Risks of Heart Disease? (Third part of the video): There are several specific causes and risk factors behind coronary heart disease. These are: • High Blood Pressure: Uncontrolled high blood pressure can damage the inner walls of the arteries, where fat can easily accumulate. • High Cholesterol: Increased levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) in the blood create plaque in the arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease. • Diabetes: Diabetes severely damages blood vessels. People with diabetes have almost double the risk of developing heart disease compared to others. • Smoking: Nicotine and other chemicals in cigarettes damage blood vessels and multiply the risk of heart disease. • Unhealthy Diet: Excessively oily, fatty, processed, and refined foods (like white rice, flour, sugar) increase weight and raise blood cholesterol levels. • Lack of Physical Activity: A sedentary lifestyle and lack of exercise increase the risk of obesity, high blood pressure, and diabetes, which are direct causes of heart disease. • Family History: If there is a history of heart disease in the family, the risk for subsequent generations increases. Common and Uncommon Symptoms of Heart Disease (Fourth part of the video): Most people think that the only symptom of heart disease is chest pain. However, other symptoms can also appear: • Chest Pain or Discomfort: A feeling of pressure, heaviness, or pain in the center or left side of the chest. • Pain in Other Parts: This pain can spread to the throat, jaw, shoulders, back, and left arm.