#4: Common Cardiovascular Conditions—Risk Factors, Screening, and Modern Treatment Options
Update: 2024-09-12
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Dr. Huff explores several common cardiovascular conditions, including coronary artery disease, aortic aneurysm, aortic valve stenosis, atrial fibrillation, and pulmonary embolism. He provides an overview of their causes, symptoms, risk factors, and the latest treatment options, emphasizing the importance of early detection and lifestyle modifications to prevent severe outcomes.
5 Tips for Maintaining Cardiovascular Health
- Control Risk Factors: Normalize waist circumference, blood pressure, blood sugar, and ApoB containing lipoproteins (LDL, LPa, VLD, IDL).
- Aerobic exercise: At least 150 minutes per week
- Resistance training: 2-3 times per week
- Seek an active lifestyle: Aim for at least 7K non-exercise associated steps daily
- Heart healthy diet: Eat unprocessed whole foods, replace saturated fat with “good” fat (mono and polyunsaturated fat), at least ½ tablespoon of olive oil daily, fish at least twice per week
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Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any decisions about your health or medical treatment.
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