5 Things A Cardiologist Would 'Never' Do

DoctorMost of us know that taking care of our heart health is key to living a happier, healthier life. But how strict are those “rules”? What’s the difference between an occasional treat and a no-go mistake? Well, for cardiologist Dr Dmitry Yaranov (who goes by Heart Transplant Doc on social media), there are five rules he said he sticks by no matter what. In an Instagram Reel, the cardiologist wrote that he would “never” make these mistakes: 1) Staying inactive and eating poorly “Most heart issues stem from lack of physical activity and unhealthy eating,” the doctor explained. Indeed, the NHS says that getting enough movement can reduce your odds of developing heart health conditions, type 2 diabetes, and cancer, as well as lowering your likelihood of early death by 30%. And eating well has been linked to a 10-year increase in life expectancy, thanks in part to reduced cardiovascular risk.That’s why Dr Yaranov says he aims “for at least 150 minutes of exercise weekly and focus[es] on a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and wholegrains.”2) Refusing prescribed medications that have been proven to work“I wouldn’t ignore medications like statins, blood pressure meds, or SGLT2 inhibitors, which have a proven record for preventing heart failure and improving heart health, especially for those with risk factors like diabetes,” the cardiologist said. Not taking prescribed blood pressure medications for hypertension, for instance, can not only increase your risk of stroke and heart attack, but is also linked to a greater likelihood of developing dementia. 3) Ignoring your family’s health history“I wouldn’t overlook my family’s heart history,” Dr Yaranov wrote in the caption of his video. Conditions like high cholesterol can be influenced by your genes, while some people have familial hypercholesterolaemia – an inherited cholesterol condition that can be screened for using genetic tests.If you or your family members have a history of heart disease and stroke, especially at a young age, this may be worth looking into.4) Neglecting sleep and relaxation Getting enough kip and staying as stress-free as possible “both are critical for long-term heart health and prevention,” the cardiologist wrote.The CDC says that getting less than seven hours’ sleep per night is linked to worse heart health outcomes, and Yale reports that stress can cause stress and inflammation, which negatively impacts your heart health.5) Smoking and drinking to excessThere is no point in taking supplements, Dr Yaranov said, without addressing true “toxins”, ie alcohol and nicotine, first. “Removing these... is the biggest bang for your buck when it comes to heart health,” he said. Too much alcohol can lead to heart failure and other cardiovascular issues, and while you might have heard that red wine drinkers have the best health outcomes, it’s quite hard to say whether that means the booze itself is beneficial.Maybe people with those habits have higher incomes, Johns Hopkins points out, and/or enjoy a more heart-healthy diet. But we know for sure that regularly going over NHS limits can spell disaster for your heart health.Meanwhile, scientists roundly agree that there’s no safe level of smoking.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Dmitry Yaranov, MD | Cardiologist 🫀 (@heart_transplant_doc)Related...The Heartburn Symptom A Gastroenterologist Would Never, Ever Ignore7 'Normal' Symptoms A Doctor Says You Should Never, Ever IgnoreThese 5 Very Common Symptoms Can Indicate MS 15 Years Before Diagnosis

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