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Heart disease is one of the most preventable chronic disorders in the United States. By getting regular checkups on new or used EKG machines and maintaining a healthy weight, exercising on a regular basis, not smoking and reducing fat in your diet you could reduce your risk of heart disease. Recent studies have shown that mental factors could keep your heart healthy as well.
In a recent study which looked at 13,000 people who were free of heart disease, it was found that people who get angry easier or more often are three times as likely to suffer from sudden cardiac arrest or a heart attack. In the survey, participants were asked questions about being quick-tempered and hot-headed. They were then rated on a 40 point anger scale. The subjects were followed for six years and monitored on medical equipment, and those who scored highest on this scale had the greatest proportion of heart attack sufferers.
There have long been theories that depression and anxiety as well as anger had an impact on health issues. However, this has been the first study that actually documented findings that anger could be a risk factor for heart disease.
If you have a history of heart disease, it is especially important that you try not to be angry. Doctors suggest anger management classes, or other anger releases such as exercise in order to relieve tension. Take care of your health with the right home medical equipment or see a doctor regularly to prevent heart disease in your body.
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