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Alcohol and the Heart
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Just for Hearts Dr Rohinee Motwani
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What are some of the possible heart-related benefits of moderate
alcohol consumption?
A: Some of the possible heart-related benefits of moderate alcohol
consumption include:
Raising the "good" HDL cholesterol level Lowering blood pressure
Inhibiting the formation of blood clots, which can be good because it may
prevent a heart attack; but, it also could increase the risk of bleeding.
Helping prevent artery damage caused by the "bad" LDL cholesterol
How do I know what "moderate drinking" is?
According to the American Heart Association, moderate drinking is defined as
no more than one drink per day for women and no more than two drinks per
day for men. One drink is qualified as 12 ounces of beer, 4 ounces of wine,
1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor, or 1 ounce of 100-proof spirits.
Is moderate drinking safe for everyone?No. Even moderate alcohol consumption is not right for all people. In fact,
alcohol consumption can be quite harmful to some. If you are pregnant or
have a history of alcoholism, you should not drink alcohol. Anyone who has
had heart failure, cardiomyopathy, high blood pressure, diabetes, arrhythmia,
a family history of cardiac death or stroke, obesity, high triglycerides, or are
taking medications should speak to their doctor before consuming alcohol. Do
not to start drinking if they do not already drink alcohol
How does alcohol affect heart disease risk?
How alcohol affects cardiovascular risk needs further research. Drinking alcohol in hopes of gaining potential health benefits is not recommended. Instead, talk to your doctor about lowering cholesterol and blood pressure, controlling weight, getting enough exercise and following a healthy diet. There is no scientific proof that drinking an alcoholic beverage can replace these conventional measures.
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What changes may be stressful?
Any sort of change can make you feel stressed, even good change. It's not just the change or event itself, but also how you react to it that matters. What's stressful is different for each person. For example, one person may feel stressed by retiring from work, while someone else may not.
Other things that may be stressful include being laid off from your job, your child leaving or returning home, the death of your spouse, divorce or marriage, an illness, an injury, a job promotion, money problems, moving, or having a baby.
Can stress hurt my health?Stress can cause health problems or make health problems worse. Talk to your family doctor if you think some of your symptoms are caused by stress. It's important to make sure that your symptoms aren't caused by other health problems.What are possible signs of stress?
l Anxiety
lBack pain
lConstipation or diarrhea
lDepression
lFatigue
lHeadaches
lHigh blood pressure
lTrouble sleeping or insomnia
lProblems with relationships
lShortness of breath
lStiff neck or jaw
lUpset stomach
lWeight gain or loss
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What can I do to manage my stress?The first step is to learn to recognize when you're feeling stressed. Early warning signs of stress include tension in your shoulders and neck, or clenching your hands into fists.The next step is to choose a way to deal with your stress. One way is to avoid the event or thing that leads to your stress, but often this is not possible. A second way is to change how you react to stress. This is often the more practical way.
Tips for dealing with stress
l Don't worry about things you can't control.
l Solve the little problems. This can help you gain a feeling of control.
l Prepare to the best of your ability for events you know may be
stressful, such as a job interview.
l Try to look at change as a positive challenge, not as a threat.
l Work to resolve conflicts with other people.
l Talk with a trusted friend, family member or counselor.
l Set realistic goals at home and at work. Avoid overscheduling.
l Exercise on a regular basis.
l Eat regular, well-balanced meals and get enough sleep.
l Meditate.
l Participate in something you don't find stressful, such as sports,
social events or hobbies.
What is meditation?
Meditation is a form of guided thought. You can meditate by practicing relaxation training, by stretching or by breathing deeply. Relaxation training is simple. Start with one muscle. Hold it tight for a few seconds then relax the muscle. Do this with each of your muscles, beginning with the toes and feet and working your way up through the rest of your body, one muscle group at a time.Stretching can also help relieve tension. Roll your head in a gentle circle. Reach toward the ceiling and bend side to side slowly. Roll your shoulders.
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What problems does high blood pressure cause? Both high blood pressure and pre hypertension damage your blood vessels.
This automatically raises your risk of stroke, kidney failure, heart disease and
heart attack.
Does it have any symptoms? Not usually. This is why it's so important to have your blood pressure checked
regularly.
How high blood pressure is treated? Treatment begins with changes you can make to your lifestyle (reducing salt
intake, maintaining weight, exercising regularly, avoid smoking and alcohol)
to help lower your blood pressure and reduce your risk of heart disease Even
if you need to take medicine; making some changes in your lifestyle can help
reduce the amount of medicine you must take.
What are Lifestyle changes?
A lifestyle change includes:
l Eat a healthy diet that includes lots of fruits and vegetables
and is low in fat.
l Limit your sodium, alcohol and caffeine intake
l Lose weight if you're overweight.
l Exercise regularly.
l Don't smoke cigarettes or use any tobacco product.
l Try relaxation techniques.
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