Geriatrics addresses the health needs of older adults, focusing on frailty, dementia, falls, and chronic disease management.
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In the past, heart care focused on treating disease after it started. Now, there is more emphasis on prevention and wellness. This means creating habits and an environment that keep heart cells healthy and protect the heart’s ability to function. Wellness involves making smart choices about lifestyle, diet, and surroundings to reduce inflammation and help the body repair itself.
Diet is the main source of fuel for our cells. A heart-healthy diet gives the body the nutrients it needs for energy and avoids foods that cause inflammation.
Not moving enough increases risk, but being active is like taking a powerful medicine. Exercise can help the body release special cells from the bone marrow that repair blood vessels, which is important for heart health.
Managing modifiable risk factors is the bedrock of prevention.
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A heart-healthy diet emphasizes sodium restriction to reduce fluid retention. It emphasizes plant-based foods, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats like olive oil, while limiting red meats and processed foods.
Daily weight monitoring is the most effective tool for detecting fluid buildup early. A sudden increase in weight (e.g., 2-3 pounds in a day) indicates fluid retention, allowing for medication adjustment before severe symptoms occur.
Yes, exercise is generally safe and beneficial, but it must be tailored to the individual. It helps muscles use oxygen efficiently. Patients should consult their care team, and supervised cardiac rehabilitation is often recommended.
Chronic stress releases hormones like cortisol and adrenaline, which raise blood pressure and increase the heart’s workload. This can accelerate heart muscle remodeling and worsen symptoms, underscoring the importance of stress management.
Alcohol is a direct toxin to heart muscle cells and can cause alcoholic cardiomyopathy. For patients with established heart failure, alcohol can depress heart function further, so distinct limitation or abstinence is often advised.
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