© 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
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.
© 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.
