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The Role of Genetics in Heart Disease: Can You Prevent It?

MIBHS

Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, often attributed to a mix of lifestyle choices, environmental factors, and genetic predispositions. Common Heart Diseases with Genetic Links Coronary Artery Disease (CAD): CAD occurs when the arteries supplying blood to the heart become narrowed or blocked.

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Lifestyle Risk Factors Predict Coronary Calcification among Male Endurance Athletes

Physiologically Speaking

Cross-sectional studies reveal that endurance athletes, particularly middle-aged and older men, often exhibit higher coronary artery calcium scores (CACS) and plaque prevalence compared to less-active individuals. Notably, athletes engaging in very vigorous-intensity exercise are more likely to develop calcified plaques.