World Heart Day: 5 habits harming your heart health

5 habits harming your heart health Pic: iStock Mid-Day Lifestyle By Raaina Jain Published Sep 28, 2024 [{ "selector": ".imaoe-a", "duration": "1000ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "500ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(-309px)", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Neglecting mental health Chronic stress can lead to unhealthy coping mechanisms—like overeating or smoking—that further harm cardiovascular well-being. Pic: iStock [{ "selector": ".imaoe-a", "duration": "1000ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "500ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(-309px)", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Sleep deprivation Poor sleep patterns can elevate blood pressure, contribute to obesity and also harm heart health. Pic: iStock [{ "selector": ".imaoe-a", "duration": "1000ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "500ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(-309px)", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Leading a sedentary lifestyle Sitting for prolonged periods not only affects weight but also increases the risk of hypertension and heart disease. Pic: iStock [{ "selector": ".imaoe-a", "duration": "1000ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "500ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(-309px)", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Eating processed food They often hide high levels of sugars and unhealthy trans-fats that contribute to inflammation and high cholesterol, also harming heart health. Pic: iStock [{ "selector": ".imaoe-a", "duration": "1000ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "500ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(-309px)", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

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