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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

How a heart attack occurs and how you can prevent one

A heRt attack can happen by eating a lot of junk food!

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A heart attack can also happen when your blood pressure rises.

  • When your blood pressure rises

Also, when the coronary arteries gets blocked by fat deposit or a blood clot, A heart attack can happen.

COMPLICATIONS AFTER A HEART ATTACK MAY INCLUDE

  • Irregular heartbeats
  • Heart Rupture
  • Heart failure
  • Leaking heart valves
  • Low blood pressure
  • Swelling of the heart sac

Eating fruits and vegetables.
Fruits and vegetables contain essential vitamins, and minerals that are vital for a healthy heart.

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Getting Exercise
When you exercise, your heart-rate increases, improving circulation and bringing more oxygen throughout the body.

QUIT SMOKING
Smoking causes damage to the arteries, leading to buildup which narrows the artery and increases the risk of a heart attack.

Eat less salt
Excess sodium in the system can cause blood pressure to increase, putting your heart at risk for cardiovascular disease

Sleep
Poor quality sleep is linked to obesity, hypertension, type 2 diabetes, mellitus, and cardiovascular disease.