If you have just recovered from a heart attack, then it is time to make changes to your lifestyle. The incidence of heart attacks the world over is mostly due to a bad lifestyle. A sedentary lifestyle with no exercise is the premier cause of heart at
(prHWY.com) February 8, 2011 - Los Angeles, CA -- Heart Attack Recovery
If you have just recovered from a heart attack, then it is time to make changes to your lifestyle. The incidence of heart attacks the world over is mostly due to a bad lifestyle. A sedentary lifestyle with no exercise is the premier cause of heart attacks. A cardiac rehab is advised by most physicians but not many people opt for rehab.
The next best thing is to make your heart stronger. To accomplish this you need to improve your cardiovascular fitness. The advantages of good cardio exercises are many. Advantages include cholesterol reduction, low blood pressure and improved blood circulation. It also helps in raising a person's self esteem and everybody knows that exercise is a potent remedy for depression. Exercise also helps in reducing weight and maintaining it. But you need to get your doctor's go ahead before embarking on any type of exercise regimen.
The next and very important step is to make changes to your diet. What you eat will decide the way your heart functions. Eating greasy junk food will only exacerbate your heart disease. But eating healthy foods rich in fiber is good for your health. Any diet that emphasizes whole grains, fruits and vegetables, leans meats, and low fat dairy will be appropriate for post-heart attack patients. Decrease your salt intake as it has been known to reduce incidences of heart attack, blood pressure and stroke.
Next you should control stress. Do not get emotional and stressed easily. Do some meditation as it will relax you. If you are interested in music, then you can plug in some really good soothing music and relax. This will help you control your stress. Do a few yoga breathing techniques and regulate the breathing pattern. This will help you to be relaxed and stress free always.
For more information, visit the
Heart Attack Recovery Learning Center at Healthline.com.
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