Obesity, diabetes and other health issues related to cardiovascular disease have become of major concern in the US, and the world.
Not every heart disease is the same. The causes, symptoms, effects vary greatly and it includes factors such as: age, medical history, family’s medical history, life style, eating habits and level of physical activity.
Cardiometabolic disorders are the result of cardiovascular diseases and metabolic risk factors. It is a relatively new term, also known as metabolic syndrome or Reaven’s syndrome.
If you think you may be at a risk of this, you should be aware of the symptoms and signs that relate to it. The important ones are:
- A drastic increase in blood sugar levels
- High blood pressure
- Increase in the level of uric acid in the blood
- Decrease in the amount of good cholesterol (High Density Lipids)
- Accumulation of fat, mainly around the belly and waist
- Raised triglycerides
In addition, a condition known as Fatty Liver may be observed, wherein triglyceride fat vacuoles accumulate in the liver cells.
Non-alcoholic related fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is another possible consequence. The steatosis (fat cells) that often deposit in the liver are due to the consumption of alcohol, but in NAFLD, they are of a non-alcoholic nature.
Acanthosis nigricans is also a possibility.
The best way to avoid the situation from becoming more complicated is by seeking the intervention of a qualified cardiologist.
There are some general preventive measures that will allow you to keep your heart in good shape like; maintaining a healthy life style.
- First of all, you are what you eat. Reduce the amount of fat and cholesterol you consume, by removing fatty foods and deep fried snacks, off the menu. Reduce the amount of carbs you eat everyday, by cutting down on sugar and bread.
- You should exercise at least 12 times in a month, and preferably for five or six times in a week. Depending on your age and body type, the nature of the exercises may vary. Light exercises are ideal for the elderly, women and the overweight.
- Smoking and excessive drinking are also detrimental. If you are facing a serious issue of substance abuse, drug abuse or alcoholism, you ought to visit a de-addiction facility right away.
- If you are already taking medication for heart disease, make sure to continue taking your pills regularly. A break in the cycle can be more damaging than you think. A casual approach is unacceptable in this case.
One should understand Cardiometabolic disorders comprehensively in order to prevent them. The mere knowledge about its indicators and preventive measures can also go a long way in addressing them.