TREATMENT AND PREVENTION OF HEART DISEASE

Preventing heart disease involves managing various risk factors, including:

• Family history of coronary artery disease
• Hypertension
• Dyslipidemia
• Diabetes
• Obesity
• Metabolic syndrome
• Smoking

These efforts typically require lifestyle changes, such as:

• Diet modification
• Regular exercise
• Weight management
• Smoking cessation
• Stress management
• Controlling chronic conditions with appropriate medications

Prevention strategies include:

• Regular health check-ups
• Healthy diet
• Exercise
• Weight control
• Limiting alcohol and salt intake
• Smoking cessation
• Stress management
• Adequate sleep

By addressing these factors, individuals can reduce their risk of developing heart disease and improve their overall health.