5 everyday habits that are putting your heart at risk- how to fix them

             Written by: Nancy Dixit

These 5 common habits could be silently damaging your heart. Let’s break them down—and simple ways to fix them before it’s too late.

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Smoking damages arteries, raises blood pressure, and increases the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

Smoking

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Quitting smoking reduces heart risks—try nicotine patches, therapy, or medical support to stop for good.

How To Fix It?

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Less than 7 hours of sleep can lead to high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, and heart disease.

Poor Sleep: Your Heart Needs Rest Too!

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Stick to a sleep routine, avoid screens before bed, and aim for 7–9 hours of quality rest.

How To Improve Sleep?

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Too much processed food, sugar, and saturated fat can clog arteries and raise cholesterol.

Unhealthy Diet

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Eat whole foods, more fruits and veggies, lean proteins, and healthy fats like olive oil and nuts.

How To Eat Better?

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Being inactive weakens circulation, increases cholesterol, and raises the risk of heart disease.

Sitting Too Much: A Slow Heart Killer

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Take short walks daily, stretch often, and aim for at least 150 minutes of exercise a week.

How to Stay Active?

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Regular drinking raises blood pressure, affects metabolism, and increases the risk of heart failure.

Excessive Alcohol Intake

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Limit alcohol intake and switch to healthier options like herbal teas or infused water.

How To Cut Back?

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