If it’s been a while since you’ve thought about your heart health, this is your gentle nudge. If you’d like support getting active safely (spoiler alert: one of the most powerful things you can do to reduce your risk) give Health Wealth a call on 0421 595 153 to book an appointment with our physiotherapy team. As always, we recommend speaking with your GP about any concerns related to your cardiovascular health, as many risk factors benefit from medical monitoring and management alongside an active lifestyle.
High blood pressure means the force of blood pushing against your artery walls stays higher than it should. Over time, that extra pressure can strain both the heart and blood vessels. It often has no obvious symptoms, which is why it’s worth checking regularly.
Cholesterol itself isn’t the villain – your body actually needs it. But when certain types become too high, plaque can build inside the arteries. This narrows the space blood has to flow through, making the heart work harder.
Smoking affects circulation, damages blood vessels, and reduces the oxygen carried in the blood. Even small reductions or quitting later in life can make a meaningful difference to heart health.
Physical inactivity
Diabetes
High blood sugar can damage blood vessels over time, increasing the risk of cardiovascular complications. Managing diabetes well can reduce that load on the heart.
Heart health isn’t only about exercise or food. Poor sleep, chronic stress, excess alcohol, and long stretches of sitting can all contribute over time. The good news? Small changes add up.
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