6 Steps to Avoid Heart Disease and Stroke

According to statistical data of Health Research and Development Agency of the Ministry of Health, the total number of deaths in Indonesia approximately 21.1 percent due to the 19.1 percent strokedan caused by coronary heart disease. Both diseases are the cause of death in Indonesia.

With these facts, the more obvious that we all should take rescue measures in order to avoid these two dangerous diseases.



1. Know your cholesterol levels

There are two types of cholesterol are low-density lipoprotein (LDL) or bad cholesterol and high-density lipoprotein (HDL) or good cholesterol.

LDL cholesterol is labeled "evil" because it can cause plaque and blockage of the arteries. This blockage can lead to heart attack and stroke.

HDL is called "good" because it can help remove LDL from the arteries, protects you from the risk of stroke and heart attack.

To find out what your cholesterol levels, you should see a doctor or health clinic nearby.

Normal cholesterol levels are in the range of 160-200 mg / dl. That is the total number of levels of LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol), HDL (good cholesterol), and triglycerides less than 200 mg / dl.



2. Understand the symptoms

Heart attack symptoms often differ between men and women.

In women: Chest pain is the most common symptom. Before the attack, sometimes jaw, neck, back and arms ached. Abdominal pain such as stomach ulcers are also common.

Many women incorrectly distinguish two types of the disease (symptoms of heart attack and heartburn). Other symptoms that may occur are difficulty breathing, extreme fatigue, nausea and sweating.

In men: most dominant symptom is chest pain and shortness extreme. However, men often experience symptoms that are common types felt by women.

On the other hand, tend to be the same stroke symptoms between men and women, namely:

* Feeling very confused

* Have difficulty speaking or understanding speech

* Loss of coordination and balance, which can make it difficult to walk

Intense headache without apparent cause

* Impaired vision

* The body becomes weak or numb on one side of the body. It can affect the structure and motion capabilities of the face, legs or arms.