Question 1

are ekgs, 2 week monitors and a blood test enough to test heart health? i'm a 21 year old, healthy weight, just started working out after a while and no previous family history. i have really bad anxiety and keep doubting my healthy results?

Accepted Answer

: From what you described, you do not have any physical heart issues. You may need to seek counselling for your anxiety. Regular aerobic exercise will help in improving your mood.
Wish you good health!

Question 2

my ecg is normal and heart health is ok, i do have ephasgatius and hiatal hernia and i've noticed after a really bad reflux session lately i can't feel my heartbeat in my chest when i exercise could this be because the esophagus is inflamed?

Accepted Answer

: Esophagus and heartbeat are separate. Hearing or not hearing your heartbeat is not related to your esophagus. You are too young to have this condition. I suggest a second opinion- unless you have symptoms. Wish you good health

Question 3

what are the effects of frequent anger on heart health? how long does it take for arteries damage to happen? does one episode of anger that causes normal bp (104 74) to rise to (130 94) do any damage? (at all) and if continued frequently for a year?

Accepted Answer

: The effects of anger on heart health are harmful. Cannot tell you precisely how long it takes to see evidence of  damage to the arteries. It is well known that the blood pressure can rise, sometimes to unsafe levels during emotional stress. Would strongly recommend that you seek your doctor's guidance in the management of this problem. Remember that it takes time to modify behaviour patterns.Good

Question 4

is there any research into snap's 'heart health' supplement that supports their claim of lowering blood pressure? are there adverse side effects to just trying it out?

Accepted Answer

: My curiosity was aroused and I did a little research.The product is said to lower blood pressure, promote healthy cholesterol,reduce inflammation, and boost "physical performance"(?). The cost is 47.95; unclear how many pills. My suggestion: go for an approved and proven blood pressure medication known to produce results as shown in studies. Please talk to your doctor first. Good luck.

Question 5

how does dancing benefit your heart health?

Accepted Answer

Exercise: dancing is good exercise.  Exercise is needed for health

Question 6

what is a really good fruit for heart health?

Accepted Answer

Pomegranite: Any fruit rich in antioxidants, vitamins is good for heart health.  However, diabetics have to be moderate given potential impact of some sweet fruits on blood sugars.

Question 7

what foods, herbs, and supplements are best for heart health?

Accepted Answer

Make it simple: Healthy minerals and vitamins come from vegetation -- so get plenty of them in your diet everyday.

Question 8

what role does sex play in improving heart health?

Accepted Answer

Fitness, joy in life: The risk of death from the sudden exertion of sex is real but is greatly overrated. Sex is a form of exercise, not so strenuous or powerful but perhaps more popular than a hard gym workout. If you want to have sex -- and that is your business -- it will boost your self-esteem and outlook on life, and help you do the other things you should to keep that heart healthy.

Question 9

how can hiv affect heart health (australian statistics), thank you?

Accepted Answer

HIV: Hiv often has a cardiomyopathy associated with it.

Question 10

is resting heart rate the most important thing for me to gauge my heart health at home?

Accepted Answer

: I would not assume that. You don't assume the quality of health in a football player who sits on the bench all day. I would look at how your system responds to meaningful physical activity/work as a better gauge. If you have a true concern get a stress test done. That is how we look at the reserve health of the heart.

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Are ekgs, 2 week monitors and a blood test enough to test heart health? i'm a 21 year old, healthy weight, just started working out after a while and no previous family history. i have really bad anxiety and keep doubting my healthy results?

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My ecg is normal and heart health is ok, i do have ephasgatius and hiatal hernia and i've noticed after a really bad reflux session lately i can't feel my heartbeat in my chest when i exercise could this be because the esophagus is inflamed?

A member asked:

What are the effects of frequent anger on heart health? how long does it take for arteries damage to happen? does one episode of anger that causes normal bp (104 74) to rise to (130 94) do any damage? (at all) and if continued frequently for a year?

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Is there any research into snap's 'heart health' supplement that supports their claim of lowering blood pressure? are there adverse side effects to just trying it out?

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How does dancing benefit your heart health?

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What is a really good fruit for heart health?

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What foods, herbs, and supplements are best for heart health?

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What role does sex play in improving heart health?

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How can hiv affect heart health (australian statistics), thank you?

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Is resting heart rate the most important thing for me to gauge my heart health at home?

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