Heart health: 6 major risk factors for coronary heart disease and how to manage them

Heart disease was and is still one of the leading causes of death worldwide, but the only good news is the factors that control it from within. Coronary heart disease occurs when the arteries that bring blood to the heart become narrowed or blocked, usually due to plaque buildup or fatty deposits in the arteries called plaque. This process by definition, is known as atherosclerosis, which gradually reduces blood flow to the heart, potentially leading to chest pain, heart attacks or even heart failure over time..The risk can be enhanced by some aspects of your lifestyle and certain medical conditions. There are six things to be aware of.

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