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22/02/2022

If you ever notice swelling your legs, don't rule out edema, which Harvard Medical School says occurs when the heart can't properly pump blood back up from your legs. If you're also experiencing symptoms like shortness of breath and fatigue, it could be heart failure you're dealing with.

22/02/2022

While heart problems can come at every age, most women develop issues later in life due to a "greater rise in cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, weight gain, and menopausal hormone imbalance," says Dr. Stephen Sinatra. Because of that, it's best to get your health under control as soon as possible by making sure you're eating right and exercising often.

22/02/2022

It's hard to make sure you're moving around a lot during the day—especially if you have a desk job. But getting in those extra steps can do a lot of good for your heart. One study found women who sit more than 10 hours a day were at a higher risk of a stroke, heart attacks, and heart disease than those who only sat 5 hours or less a day.

22/02/2022

If you have a history of migraines, make sure your doctor knows it. Past research shows it could be an indicator of an increased risk of developing heart disease or having a stroke down the line, so it's a good idea to make sure your health is in check as early as possible.

22/02/2022

There's a big reason why you shouldn't let fights with your significant other get out of hand: Past research has found the stress from those disagreements could lead to atherosclerosis in women, which causes the arteries to harden. It's the leading cause of heart attacks and can play a role in developing heart disease.

22/02/2022

You can be super healthy in other areas of your life, but if you're not getting enough sleep at night, the National Sleep Foundation says you're still putting yourself at a higher risk of heart disease—possibly due to impacting your blood pressure and inflammation in the body.

22/02/2022

Instead of doing crazy diets, stick to something you can maintain for years to come—especially since, according to past research, constantly losing and gaining weight post-menopause could increase your risk of both sudden cardiac arrest and coronary heart disease. The instance was actually found to be strongest in women of a normal BMI.

22/02/2022

If you're thinking about becoming pregnant, it's a good idea to be aware of its effects on your heart. According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, having high blood pressure during those nine months can put a lot of stress on the organ, which can in turn increase your risk of heart disease.

22/02/2022

As if battling depression isn't already hard enough, Johns Hopkins Medicine says those with the disorder develop heart disease more quickly than the rest of the population. Since depression is more common in women than men, it's important to focus on your mental health now: for your overall happiness and well-being, but also for your body.

22/02/2022

Not many people realize it, but women's hearts are actually smaller than men's—two-thirds the size, in fact. Because of that, your heart rate is faster and you have smaller arteries, which can make it easier for them to be blocked up by plaque and cause health issues.

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