Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) for Coronary Heart Disease (CHD):

More Presentations from Dr.Naina Mohamed Pakkir Maideen

©    Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) is actually a result of Coronary Artery Disease (CAD).
©    Buildup of plaque (Atherosclerosis) in the coronary arteries (Arteries supplying Oxygen-rich blood to the Heart) which could lead to heart attack (Myocardial Infarction) is known as Coronary Heart Disease.

©    Alternative Names of CHD include…
                 Ø Coronary artery disease (CAD)
                 Ø Atherosclerosis
                 Ø Arteriosclerotic heart disease
                 Ø Ischemic heart disease (IHD)
                 Ø Hardening of the arteries
                 Ø Narrowing of the arteries

©    Causes of CHD may include…
                 Ø Smoking
                 Ø Dyslipidemia (High LDL cholesterol & Low HDL cholesterol)
                 Ø Hypertension (High blood pressure)
                 Ø Insulin resistance
                 Ø Diabetes
                 Ø Inflammation of blood vessels
                 Ø Overweight or Obesity
                 Ø Metabolic syndrome
                 Ø Lack of physical activity
                 Ø Unhealthy diet
                 Ø Older age (The risk CHD increases in men at the age of 45 and in women at the age of 55)
                 Ø Family history
                 Ø Sleep apnea
                 Ø Stress
                 Ø Alcohol
                 Ø Preeclampsia

©    Symptoms of CHD may include…

Ø Angina (Chest pain or Chest discomfort)

Ø Shortness of breath

Ø Fatigue with exertion

Ø General weakness

©    Lifestyle changes to treat CHD may include…

                 Ø Quitting smoking

                 Ø Physical activity

                 Ø Heart healthy diet

                 Ø Maintaining a healthy weight

                 Ø Managing stress

©    Conventional medicines to treat CHD may include…

                 Ø Antiplatelets (Low-dose aspirin, Clopidogrel, Ticagrelor and Prasugrel)

                 Ø Statins (Atorvastatin, Simvastatin, Rosuvastatin, Pravastatin, etc)

                 Ø Beta-blockers (Atenolol, Bisoprolol, Metoprolol, etc)
                 Ø Nitrates (Glyceryl trinitrate (GTN), Isosorbide mononitrate, etc)
                 Ø ACE inhibitors (Lisinopril, Perindopril, Ramipril, etc)
                 Ø Angiotensin II receptor blockers (Losartan, Valsartan, Telmisartan, etc)
                 Ø Calcium channel blockers (Amlodipine, Verapamil, Diltiazem, etc)
                 Ø Diuretics (Hydrochlorothiazide, Indapamide, Spironolactone, etc)

©    CAM used for CHD may include…
                 Ø Dietary supplements
                                v Omega 3 fatty acids
                                v Vitamin C
                                v Vitamin E
                                v Fiber
                                v Coenzyme Q10

Ø Alternative therapies
               v Chelation therapy
               v Meditation
               v Acupuncture
               v Reflexology
               v Tai chi

©    Before considering any dietary supplement, consult with a health care provider.
©    Do not replace scientifically proven conventional medicines with unproven health products or practices.
©Read and follow the label instructions for the safe use of dietary supplements.
©    Always remember that dietary supplements may interact with medications or other dietary supplements.
©    Discuss with the health care providers about the current use of any CAM approaches.
©    Follow DASH diet emphasizing on fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy, and cut down on salt.
©    Eat antioxidant foods, including fruits (Blueberries, Cherries, and Tomatoes) and vegetables (Squash and Bell peppers).
©    Eat foods high in B-vitamins and calcium, such as almonds, beans, whole grains, and dark leafy greens (Spinach and kale).
©    Avoid refined foods, such as white breads, pastas, and especially sugar.
©    Eat fewer red meats and more lean meats, cold-water fish, beans for protein.
©    Use healthy oils, such as olive oil.
©    Reduce or eliminate trans fats, found in commercially-baked goods such as cookies, crackers, cakes, French fries, onion rings, donuts, processed foods, and margarine.
©    Drink 6 to 8 glasses of filtered water daily.
©    Get at least 30 min of exercise daily.
©    Achieve and maintain ideal body weight.

Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) for Hypertension:

More Presentations from Dr.Naina Mohamed Pakkir Maideen

©    Hypertension (High blood pressure) is a long term medical condition in which the force of the blood against artery walls is high.
©     Blood pressure is determined by Heart Rate (HR), Stroke Volume (SV) and Peripheral Vascular Resistance (PVR).

©    Hypertension is a major risk factor for…

Ø Coronary artery disease

Ø Stroke

Ø Heart failure

Ø Peripheral vascular disease

Ø Vision loss

Ø Chronic kidney disease.

©    Hypertension is classified as…

Ø Primary (Essential) Hypertension

Ø Secondary hypertension.

©    Risk factors of Hypertension include…

Ø Excessive salt consumption

Ø Obesity or Overweight

Ø Smoking

Ø Stress

Ø Physical inactivity

Ø Age

Ø Race

Ø Family history

©   Symptoms (rarely accompanied) of Hypertension may include…
                   Ø Headaches (Particularly at the back of the head and in the morning)
                   Ø Lightheadedness
                   Ø Vertigo
                   Ø Tinnitus (Ringing in the ears)
                   Ø Altered vision
                   Ø Fainting episodes

© Lifestyle changes to treat Hypertension include…

          Ø Eat a healthier diet (DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet)
          Ø Decrease salt intake
          Ø Exercise regularly
          Ø Quit smoking
          Ø Limit alcohol consumption
          Ø Maintain a healthy weight and Manage stress 

©    Conventional medicines to treat Hypertension include…

Ø Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs)
Ø Angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs)
Ø Direct Renin Inhibitors (DRIs)
Ø Calcium channel blockers (CCBs)
Ø Diuretics
Ø Adrenergic Beta Blockers
Ø Adrenergic Alpha Blockers
Ø Vasodilators

©    CAM used for Hypertension may include…

ü Mind and Body Practices

v Dynamic Aerobic (Endurance) Exercise

v Dynamic Resistance Exercise

v Device-Guided Slow Breathing

v Transcendental Meditation (TM)

v Biofeedback Techniques

v Acupuncture

ü Herbal Supplements

v Garlic

v Black cumin

v Cinnamon

v Flaxseed

v Sour Tea

v Ginger

v Cardamom

v Green Tea

v Sweet basil

v Celery

v Ginseng

v Saffron

v Goldthread

v Oats

v Chinese hawthorn

v Carrot

v Tomato

v Pomegranate

v Radish

v Sesame

ü Dietary Supplements

v Coenzyme Q10

v Omega 3 FAs

v Melatonin

v Vitamin D

©    Before considering any dietary supplement, consult with a health care provider.

©    Do not replace scientifically proven antihypertensives with unproven health products or practices.

©    Read and follow the label instructions for the safe use of dietary supplements.

©    Always remember that dietary supplements may interact with medications or other dietary supplements.

©    Discuss with the health care providers about the current use of any CAM approaches.

©    Follow DASH diet emphasizing on fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy, and cut down on salt.

©    Eat antioxidant foods, including fruits (Blueberries, Cherries, and Tomatoes) and vegetables (Squash and Bell peppers).

©    Eat foods high in B-vitamins and calcium, such as almonds, beans, whole grains, and dark leafy greens (Spinach and kale).

©    Avoid refined foods, such as white breads, pastas, and especially sugar.

©    Eat fewer red meats and more lean meats, cold-water fish, beans for protein.

©    Use healthy oils, such as olive oil.

©    Reduce or eliminate trans fats, found in commercially-baked goods such as cookies, crackers, cakes, French fries, onion rings, donuts, processed foods, and margarine.

©    Drink 6 to 8 glasses of filtered water daily.

©    Get at least 30 min of exercise daily.

©    Achieve and maintain ideal body weight.