4 main lifestyle changes that you should adopt after a heart attack.
4 main lifestyle changes that you should adopt after a heart attack
After a heart attack, also called a myocardial infarction or "MI," your doctor will make a treatment plan with you. This article aims to prevent another heart attack and lower your chance of dying prematurely from heart disease.
Quitting smoking, if you smoke – Quitting smoking can lower your chance of getting or dying from heart disease.
Improving your diet – Eating the right foods can help keep you healthy. Fruits, vegetables, and foods with fiber can help prevent heart disease and strokes.
Try to avoid eating foods that can make heart disease worse. These include "trans" fats, which are found in many fast foods.
If you are overweight, it's essential to lose weight. Losing extra weight lowers your chance of having another heart attack.
Getting help with anxiety or depression – Some people have these problems after a heart attack. If you are struggling, talk to your doctor or nurse. There are treatments that can help.
Physical activity – Getting regular exercise can keep your heart healthy. A gentle activity like walking is usually safe. Your doctor or nurse will suggest an exercise program that is safe for you. They might also recommend "cardiac rehabilitation," which includes exercise.
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