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One Of The Biggest Impact Things You Can Do To Live Longer.

Dr. Paddy Barrett

High Blood Pressure: 37% reduction in risk. To benefit from exercise, you do not need to run marathons; you probably just need to walk around your local park. Why Does Exercise Make Such A Difference? When you examine the exercise and fitness literature, it can seem like exercise is the golden ticket to all that ails us.

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Keeping Your Heart Healthy Through the Holidays and Into the New Year

AMS Cardiology

Take walks, dance to holiday music, or engage in short bursts of exercise throughout the day. Limit Alcohol Intake: Alcohol consumption can increase blood pressure and strain the heart. Regular check-ups allow your cardiologist to detect these issues through tests like blood work, EKGs, and echocardiograms.

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Why Walking Might Save Your Life.

Dr. Paddy Barrett

But for many people regular exercise at even moderate intensities will not be on the cards. Less major diseases earlier in life. Less high blood pressure. Maybe you are one of the fortunate ones who loves to exercise at a high level and has managed to land in the top 2.5% That is something we can all aim for.

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14 Ways To Prevent Dementia

Dr. Paddy Barrett

So, if living longer, at a higher quality of life with preserved cognitive capacity is a priority, then exercise has to be on your list. High Blood Pressure. It has been long established that high pressure is closely linked to higher rates of dementia. The answer here is maybe 10.

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New Guidelines on Peripheral Artery Disease Issued by American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology and Leading Medical Societies

DAIC

PAD is a serious, progressive cardiovascular disease primarily caused by a buildup of fatty plaque in the blood vessels, or atherosclerosis. This plaque narrows the blood vessels and reduces blood flow to the legs and feet, which may significantly impair physical function, walking performance and quality of life.

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Sympathetic Response to 1-Leg Cycling Exercise Predicts Exercise Capacity in Patients With Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction

Circulation: Heart Failure

BACKGROUND:In heart failure, sympathetic excess and exercise intolerance impair quality of life. In heart failure with reduced ejection fraction, exercise stimulates a reflex increase in muscle sympathetic nerve activity (MSNA) that relates inversely to peak oxygen uptake (VO2peak).

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The Importance of Cardiovascular Health: An Overview

GEMMS

Regular exercise, a balanced diet, and lifestyle choices such as not smoking and managing stress are all crucial for achieving and maintaining optimal cardiovascular health. By prioritizing cardiovascular health, individuals can improve their quality of life and longevity. Why is cardiovascular health important?