| HEALTHY HEART BEAT – HEALTHY BLOOD PRESSURE · Globally 9.4 million people die from hypertension each year. · A faster than normal heart beat is usually greater than 100 beats per minute (while at rest) · An irregular heart beat or rhythm may present as o Tiredness o Fainting o Feeling an irregular beat in your chest o Absolutely NOTHING · Hypertension is the most common cause or risk factor that may lead to atrial fibrillation (abnormal heart beat) · Atrial Fibrillation (AF) is the most common problem when the heart is pumping very irregularly and usually fast. It leads to blood clot formation and sometimes stroke. o Individuals with atrial fibrillation have a risk of stroke that is 3 to 5 times greater than those without atrial fibrillation. PREVENTION IS THE BEST PRESCRIPTION · Stay active ALWAYS · Eat more Fruits & Vegetables · Decrease Fat, Sugar & Salt in your food and drinks · Drink LITTLE or NO alcohol · STOP smoking Make sure your blood pressure and “heart beat” are assessed by a health professional immediately!! Dr. Kojo Essel Health & Fitness Consultant Moms Health Club |
