The heart is one of the most important organs of our body. It is working constantly without rest throughout our lives. So it is very important to take care of the heart in order to live a long and healthy life.
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Common Causes Of Heart Diseases
Every year more than 1 million people lose their lives due to heart diseases related complications. Some of the most common causes for heart diseases:

some men and women are born with heart defects. These are usually detected at birth and need to be treated as soon as possible. Some families also have a history of heart diseases. If you know have parents or siblings who have suffered from cardiovascular diseases it is best to visit a doctor and get tested as a preventive measure.
Lifestyle
but in recent times, most cases of cardiovascular diseases are arising due to unhealthy lifestyle and habits. Some common risk factors for heart problems are:
- Smoking – regular smoking can have a bad impact on many different parts of the body. The heart also negatively affected by smoking.
- High blood pressure – people suffering from high blood pressure are also very prone to developing heart problems. Unhealthy eating habits, lack of exercise, and high stress levels can lead to a rise in blood pressure levels. Patients suffering from hypertension, or continued high pressure, need to consult a physician and take medications.
- High cholesterol – just like high blood pressure, high levels of bad cholesterol in the blood can be also be damaging to the cardiovascular system. The risk factors for cholesterol are unhealthy eating habits and obesity.
- Obesity – people who are above the average normal weight for their height, age, and gender are usually at high risk for heart problems. Obesity is usually related to high blood pressure and high cholesterol levels as well. An unhealthy lifestyle, lack of exercise, and metabolic disorders may be the reasons behind obesity. People who find themselves unable to control their weight should consult a physician to come up with a good diet and exercise plan.
- Lack of exercise – in the 21st century, many people are now working desk jobs and lead very sedentary lives. As a result, they don’t get enough exercise. This can lead to obesity, diabetes, cholesterol, and other health complications along with cardiovascular diseases.
All these factors often lead to the building up of plaque in the arteries of the heart which blocks blood flow to the heart or the brain and can cause stroke or heart attack.