Name: What Happens During A Heart Attack? - What is Coronary Heart Disease?
Uploaded: 2021-02-16T15:47:41.000Z
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What Happens During a Heart Attack? - What is Coronary Heart Disease?

refers to a narrowing of the coronary arteries,

the blood vessels that supply oxygen and blood to the heart.

It is also known as coronary artery disease.

It is the utmost cause of major illnesses

and makes it difficult for blood to flow to the heart.

are caused by a combination of atheroma in atherosclerosis

is the narrowing and hardening of arteries

The blockages or occlusion then causes myocardial infarction

or stopping of contractions of the heart muscles.

CHD commonly induces angina pectoris or chest pain and shortness of breath.

This could be due to the malfunction of the cardiac muscles.

Its parts could die owing to the lack of oxygen

supposedly delivered by the clotted blood.

It happens when blood flows through the blood vessels

Certain mutations in the genes are linked to it.

this disease is due to unhealthy lifestyle habits.

even linked CHD to the use of high heat in food preparation.

An unhealthy diet rich in cholesterol and saturated fats

Smoking is one of the most damaging lifestyle to your heart function.

limit the blood's ability to carry oxygen.

relocates some of the oxygen supposedly in the blood.

This condition forces the heart to work harder to supply enough oxygen

then results in increasing heart rate and blood pressure.

are at greater risk of having a heart attack or stroke

being stressed lets out adrenaline hormone

and raises the heart rate and blood pressure.

lean meats, and fishes for a healthier diet

Limiting certain fats you eat is also important.

Finally, find a way to reduce stress in your life.

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What Happens During A Heart Attack? - What is Coronary Heart Disease?

adrenaline

consistent

cholesterol

combination