Archive · 24 Jul 2026
International Self-Care Day: Cardiologist Shares Heart Health Tips
Heart disease is a leading cause of death worldwide, but many cases can be prevented through simple lifestyle changes.
Dr. Gyanti RB Singh, a cardiologist, shares tips on how to take care of your heart.
Regular exercise, like brisk walking or cycling, and strength training are important.
Eating a balanced diet with lots of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, and avoiding unhealthy foods, can also help.
Getting enough sleep, managing stress, and avoiding tobacco are crucial.
Regular health check-ups can catch problems early.
Small, consistent changes can make a big difference in keeping your heart healthy.
Heart disease is a leading cause of death worldwide, but many cases can be prevented through lifestyle changes.
Regular exercise, including 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week, strengthens the heart and improves circulation.
A heart-healthy diet should include fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, healthy fats, and lean protein.
Daily habits like staying hydrated, getting enough sleep, managing stress, avoiding tobacco, and regular health check-ups are crucial for heart health.
Consistent self-care habits can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease and improve overall quality of life.
- Who
- Dr. Gyanti RB Singh, Director and Head Interventional Cardiology, Sarvodaya Hospital, Greater Noida
- What
- Sharing heart-healthy self-care habits
- When
- International Self-Care Day
- Where
- Global
- Why
- To prevent heart disease and improve cardiovascular health
Proactive Health Management
Passive Health Management
Lifestyle Changes
Proactive Health Management
Adopting heart-healthy habits like regular exercise, balanced diet, and stress management can significantly improve cardiovascular health.
Passive Health Management
Some may believe that genetics and age are the primary determinants of heart health, making lifestyle changes less impactful.
- Leading Cause of Death
- Heart disease
- Preventable Factors
- Physical inactivity, unhealthy eating, smoking, poor sleep, chronic stress
- Recommended Exercise
- 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise per week
- Strength Training
- At least two days per week
- Heart-Healthy Diet
- Fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, healthy fats, lean protein
- Foods to Limit
- Saturated fats, trans fats, sugary beverages, refined carbohydrates, ultra-processed foods, excess salt
- Daily Habits
- Stay hydrated, get enough sleep, manage stress, avoid tobacco, regular health check-ups