Archive · 16 Aug 2025
Experts: Genes, Lifestyle Drive Rise in Heart Deaths in Young
More and more young people in India are experiencing heart problems, even if they seem healthy.
Doctors say it's a mix of things: some people have genes that make them more likely to have heart issues.
Also, things like drinking too much alcohol, being stressed, not sleeping enough, and being overweight as a child are making things worse.
There are two specific genetic issues, with familial hypercholesterolemia causing heart attacks in young people and elevated lipoprotein(a) which can be linked to severe coronary artery disease.
Doctors suggest eating well, exercising, not smoking, getting enough sleep, and reducing stress to keep your heart healthy.
Experts cite rising heart-related deaths in India, even among seemingly healthy individuals.
Genetics play a role, with familial hypercholesterolemia causing 15% of heart attacks under 40.
Elevated lipoprotein(a) is common in young heart attack patients, linked to severe coronary artery disease.
Binge drinking, stress, lack of sleep, and childhood obesity are contributing factors.
Experts recommend healthy lifestyle choices, including physical activity and stress reduction.
- Who
- Experts, doctors, and the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).
- What
- Experts address the rising heart-related deaths among young people in India.
- When
- Recently
- Where
- India
- Why
- Due to a combination of lifestyle, genetic factors, and environmental factors.
- Cause
- Genetics, lifestyle, stress, binge drinking, lack of sleep, childhood obesity
- Familial Hypercholesterolemia
- Responsible for 15% of heart attacks under 40 in India
- Elevated lipoprotein(a)
- Present in 25% of the Indian population; linked to severe coronary artery disease
- Recommended Lifestyle
- Healthy physical activity, no smoking, better sleep, proper diet, reducing stress, and meditation