[Lifestyle] Six small lifestyle changes for a healthier heart, according to a cardiologist

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Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of health complications worldwide, but prevention doesn’t always require drastic lifestyle changes. Small, consistent adjustments to daily habits can significantly impact heart health over time. While many people focus on major interventions, the subtle, everyday choices often make the biggest difference. But what are these small yet effective changes, and how do they contribute to long-term cardiovascular health? Indianexpress.com spoke to Dr CM Nagesh, general secretary at the Indian College of Cardiology, to understand how simple lifestyle adjustments can have a lasting impact on heart health and help prevent cardiovascular diseases. Six small changes in daily habits that can help protect against heart diseases The six small but impactful changes in daily habits that can help protect against heart disease are:Dr Nagesh says, “Engage in at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise, such as brisk walking, cycling, or swimming, to improve heart health. Regular physical activity helps lower blood pressure, boost circulation, and strengthen the heart muscle. Small changes, like taking the stairs instead of the elevator or walking after meals, can make a difference.” Eat a heart-healthy diet “Consume a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats (such as those from nuts, seeds, and olive oil) to support cardiovascular health,” emphasises Dr Nagesh, adding that a diet high in processed foods, trans fats, and added sugars contributes to obesity, high cholesterol, and insulin resistance, all of which increase the likelihood of heart disease. Regularly consuming fast food, sugary beverages, and highly processed snacks leads to chronic inflammation and arterial damage.”

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