t is desirable cholesterol below 100 mg / dl.
Treatment of cardiovascular diseases
in the treatment of these health problems always pass the initial steps by changes in lifestyle, such as monitoring of a diet low in animal fats (reducing the consumption of fatty meats, sausages, whole milk, eggs, fatty pastries, etc..), the practice of regular physical exercise and avoiding overweight and high alcohol consumption. In some cases when these measures fail and require the use of specific drugs.
Activities or measures for the prevention of cardiovascular disease
or activities The following measures have proved effective in promoting health and preventing disease:
- Physical exercise on a regular basis, tailored to the individual characteristics of each person.
- Prevent overweight and obesity, controlling the power.
- Follow a diet low in animal fats and rich in fruits, vegetables, legumes, fish, etc.. (So-called Mediterranean diet). Determine the level of blood cholesterol at least every 5 years.
- Prevent abuse of Alcohol .
- Do not smoke or quit if you smoke.
- Measure and record your blood pressure regularly, at least every 2 years. See your doctor if you have persistently high numbers of blood pressure.
- Vaccinated against tetanus every 10 years and the flu every year, especially if you belong to any of the groups most at risk.
- Avoid sun exposure too.
- Early detection of some cancers such as colon, in patients with a family history of disease or risk factors.
- Early detection and treatment of patients with high risk factors for coronary artery disease, so common in men over 40 years.