In a fast-paced world full of new information, it can feel overwhelming when it comes to taking on board advice to manage your heart health. However, we’ve put together 5 simple things you can do on a daily basis to keep your heart healthy. 1. Eat a savoury breakfast Eating a savoury breakfast is one …
Walking App Walking app … Do you monitor how far you walk and how many steps you do with an app or with a watch? There are so many different apps out there that are free to download so if you want to keep an eye on how far you’re going, your walking speed, if …
The best exercises to do after having a heart attack (myocardial infarction) are those that get your heart rate up and get you breathing slightly heavier. The aim is to get the blood circulating around your body so the muscles that need to move get a good oxygen supply.
The best exercise in early Cardiac Rehab After having a heart attack, heart surgery or a heart rhythm procedure, then being told you now need to start exercising again, can be scary. You have no idea if you can push yourself, if it is safe to get your heart rate up, if you will do …
Loneliness can cast a shadow over our lives, leaving us feeling isolated and disconnected from others. Not only that, but loneliness can have a negative impact on our health; it is linked to an increased risk in conditions such as heart disease, due to increased cortisol (stress levels). However, it’s important to remember that loneliness …
Find out why the warm-up is so important when exercising. Understand what we mean by the exercise component and Lauren explains why the cool-down section is vital after an exercise session. Below is the script for the video so if you are unable to watch it the information is below. The Warm-Up for Cardiac Patients. …
A nourishing diet is the cornerstone to overall good health, and this is especially true for people looking to improve their heart health. By adding heart-healthy foods to your plate, you can significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases and promote good heart function. So take note of these nutrient-rich foods that are beneficial for …
Being diagnosed with a health condition brings a great deal of physical, emotional and practical challenges for a person. However, you don’t have to do it alone: creating a strong support network during your recovery can greatly relieve day-to-day pressures and feelings of isolation following your diagnosis. In this article, we explore the importance of …
What is atrial fibrillation? What is AF? AF (or Afib) is a common type of irregular heart rhythm. AF is a medical abbreviation which means ‘atrial fibrillation’. This term refers to the atria (the two upper chambers of the heart which receive blood from your veins and push this blood into your ventricles). It also …
No matter your age, level of physical activity or state of overall health, staying hydrated is an incredibly important component of our health and well-being. Taking in plenty of water allows optimal performance of bodily functions, increased cognitive function, better skin, hair and nails, decreased likelihood of suffering from joint pain and much, much more. …
It’s normal for your diagnosis to impact some of the relationships in your life. Due to the emotional nature of the subject, your friends and family may react differently to the news. It is important to remember that their response doesn’t change their feeling towards you; the fact is that people show their emotions differently. …
Watch to learn about the many of the benefits of exercise on our body. These are benefits for everyone and not just cardiac patients.
When it comes to taking care of our heart health, it can be easy to dismiss medical advice if we are younger in age; consider ourselves fit; or have no family history of heart disease. Indeed, it is often accepted that those at risk of heart issues are older or overweight individuals. But to what …
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