Coronary Artery Diseases (CAD)

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It's a condition in which the coronary arteries which supply blood to the heart become damaged or diseased. This can lead to a heart attack which can be life-threatening .

Causes: These include:

1,Atherosclerosis: A plaque buildup in the arteries 

2,High blood pressure 

3,High cholesterol 

4,Smoking 

5,Diabetes 

6,Family history of  CAD 

7,Obesity 

8,Lack of physical activities 

Symptoms:These include:,

-Chest pains 

-Shortness of breath 

-Fatigue 

-Pain or weakness in the arms or legs 

-Palpitations 

-Dizziness or Lightheadedness 

Stages: These include:

1Asmptomatic : At this stage, there is no symptom, but the coronary arteries may be narrowing. 

2,Stable Angina; In this stage, the coronary arteries are narrowed and the heart muscles may not receive enough blood oxygen- rich blood. 

3,Unstable Angina: In this stage,  the coronary arteries are severely narrowed, and the heart may not receive enough oxygen- rich blood. 

4,Heart attack: In this stage, the coronary arteries are completely blocked,  and the heart muscles are severely damaged. 

Medical treatment 

It depends on the stage and severity of the disease,  common treatment include:

-Medication to manage symptoms and slow the progress of the disease 

-Angioplasty and stenting to open up blocked ccoronary arteries 

-Coronary arteries bypass grafting (CABG): To bypass blocked coronary arteries 

Natural remedies 

It include using the following items to cook foods:

1,Turmeric 

2,Ginger 

3,Omega-3 fatty acids 

4,Coenzyme Q10 

Exercises 

-Brisk-walking 

-Jogging or running 

-Swimming 

-Cycling 

-High-intensity internal training (HIIT)

Diet:These include;

1 Fatty fish : Such as salmon and tuna 

2,Leafy green vegetable:Such as spinach and kale

3,Berries: Such as blueberries and strawberries 

4,Whole grains: Such as brown rice and quinoa

Conclusion: Coronary artery disease (CAD) requires urgent medical attention, understanding the causes, symptoms ,stages and treatment options, you can control your heart health. Remember to incorporate natural remedies, exercises and a heart- healthy diet into your daily routine.