Heart Disease and Blood Flow Problems

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Heart Disease and Blood Flow Problems
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Circulatory System
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Hardening of the Arteries (Arteriosclerosis)

• The arteries in the body become hard, thick, and
  not as flexible. Fat and cholesterol builds up
  along the artery walls causing poor blood flow.
• This is the main cause of heart attacks, stroke,
  and poor blood flow to the arms and legs
  (peripheral vascular disease).

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Heart Attack
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Stroke
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Peripheral Vascular Disease
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High Blood Pressure
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Keeping Blood Vessels Healthy

• Dont smoke.
• Keep blood pressure checked and under
  control.
• Lower the amount of high fat foods in the
  diet.
• Lower the amount of sodium in diet.

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Keeping Blood Vessels Healthy

• Maintain a healthy weight.
• Develop an exercise plan and follow it.
• Control your blood sugar.
• See your health care team regularly.