The danger of heart disease has long been known, but few people can figure out the symptoms it shows, so that some people have developed heart disease symptoms, but they do not know, what symptoms are heart disease, how to correctly determine?

What symptoms indicate a bad heart?

1. Is having symptoms of chest tightness, panic, and chest pain a sign of heart disease?

Not necessarily. Wang Xian, director of the Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases at the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, said that the common symptoms of heart disease include chest tightness, panic, chest pain, but the appearance of these symptoms does not mean that it is heart disease, but may also be caused by an imbalance in the regulation of neurological functions. In addition, strenuous exercise, overwork will also appear chest tightness, panic, but need to distinguish is that non-cardiac organic lesions caused by chest tightness, panic will not last very long, after resting may be better, and heart disease patients will aggravate the discomfort of the large amount of activity. It is therefore recommended that, for insurance purposes, people experiencing this symptom should go to the hospital for further diagnosis to clarify whether they have a cardiac lesion.

Heart disease symptoms caused by neurosis are often seen in the clinic, which means that patients who have been examined and have no organic lesions in the heart always feel a great deal of panic, or have a tight, uncomfortable chest and difficulty breathing, which is more common in women. This is due to anxiety, nervousness, emotional excitement, trauma and other factors, the body’s central nervous system excitation and inhibition process disorders, regulated by the vegetative nervous system of the cardiovascular system is also disturbed with the occurrence of a series of sympathetic nervous tension over the symptoms. These people should learn to reduce stress, relaxation, moderate exercise, and should be psychotherapeutic when necessary.

2. Some young people often have a rapid heartbeat, is this a sign of a heart attack?

Most young people who experience this condition probably do not have heart disease, especially young women. In addition, people without underlying diseases may experience rapid heartbeat after mood swings, nervousness, shock, exercise, excessive smoking, or alcohol consumption. If these symptoms occur under the above conditions, there is no need to worry too much. However, a fast heart rate is definitely not good, if an adult’s heart beats more than 100 times per minute, it is considered tachycardia, which tends to increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, so we should learn to control our emotions, exercise moderately, and abstain from smoking and alcohol.

3. The heart often thumps and feels like it has stopped, is this a heart attack?

This problem should be taken seriously, it may be a premature beat. The incidence of premature beats is very high and can occur in both healthy people and people with heart disease. Factors such as stress, drinking alcohol, coffee and poor sleep are the triggers. There are benign and malignant premature beats. Premature beats without heart disease are benign, and if the symptoms are not obvious and have no effect on your life, you do not need treatment. However, if premature beats are caused by coronary heart disease or high blood pressure, they should be taken seriously. Therefore, you should go to the hospital and let the doctor check whether there is any underlying heart disease.

4. When I catch a cold, I feel uncomfortable, panic, chest tightness and shortness of breath, is this related to my heart?

Yes, it is. If you have chest tightness and shortness of breath after a cold or fever, it is recommended that you go to the hospital to have an electrocardiogram (ECG). If you find premature beats, conduction block, etc., you should be alert to viral myocarditis. However, we do not need to be nervous, because most people’s discomfort is transient, and very few people really have severe viral myocarditis. In life, we should strengthen exercise and prevent colds.

5. What symptoms should I suspect of heart disease?

There are very many manifestations of heart disease, for example, patients with coronary heart disease and angina pectoris may have atypical angina pectoris manifestations such as stomach pain, abdominal pain, dizziness, and bloating, in addition to symptoms such as chest tightness, heart pain, panic attacks, shortness of breath, and tightness in the throat. Double lower extremity pain, swelling, etc., may also be heart failure manifestations, it is best to go to the hospital immediately, in order to timely detection of the disease.

6. What is the most effective way to prevent heart disease?

Simply put, there are two kinds: one is to change the lifestyle, quit smoking and drinking, proper exercise, regular diet, meat and vegetables, less greasy; the second is the high-risk groups evidence-based medication, such as high blood pressure must be taken regularly according to the doctor’s orders to take antihypertensive drugs, diabetic patients to control their blood glucose, people with high blood lipids should be good control of lipids and so on.

Eat six kinds of food to protect your heart

Beans. Black beans, soybeans, peas, broad beans, lentils, chickpeas and other legumes are nutrient-rich, low in fat and high in protein, and rich in complex carbohydrates, dietary fiber, and polyphenols and saponins and other active substances, which can help lower cholesterol. A comprehensive analysis of 25 related studies found that eating 130 grams of legumes per day reduced “bad cholesterol” (LDL) by 0.17 mmol/L and systolic blood pressure by 2.25 mmHg. It was also found that eating one cup of beans per day (about 200 grams) reduced body weight by 0.34 kilograms and total body fat by 0.34 percent.

Coffee. Coffee is rich in bioactive polyphenols (mainly chlorogenic acid), caffeine (alkaloids with stimulating effects), and high levels of the mineral potassium. A 16-year follow-up of 186,000 participants found that participants who drank at least 4 cups of coffee per day had an 18% lower risk of premature death, including cardiovascular disease death, compared to those who did not drink coffee. Drinking 1 cup of coffee a day also reduced the risk of premature death by 12%. The main effects of polyphenols in coffee include lowering blood glucose concentrations, inhibiting fat absorption, and promoting the breakdown of triglycerides in adipose tissue.

Tea. Tea is rich in flavonoids and polyphenol antioxidants. A study involving 66 patients with coronary heart disease found that regular consumption of black tea significantly improved vascular endothelial health and reversed vasodilatory dysfunction in patients with coronary heart disease. A large-scale study in China involving 200,000 men and 300,000 women found that drinking tea (any kind of tea) every day reduced the risk of ischemic heart disease by 8% and heart disease-related risk by 10%. Experts say it’s best to drink tea without sugar, sweeteners or cream.

Mushrooms. Numerous clinical studies have found that eating mushrooms regularly protects the heart. Mushrooms have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and they help increase vitamin D levels in the body. A variety of amino acids and substances such as beta glucans (polysaccharides) found in mushrooms may prevent atherosclerosis, lower blood pressure and lipids, and regulate the immune system. Regular consumption of mushrooms may also reduce heart complications such as metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes and obesity.

Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids with heart-protecting properties can be categorized into marine-sourced omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids and plant-sourced alpha linolenic acid. The former mainly includes salmon, tuna, mackerel and other deep-sea fatty fish. A large analyzed study involving 220,000 participants found that eating fish in moderation reduces the risk of death from coronary heart disease by 7%. Plant sources of omega-3 fatty acids mainly include green leafy vegetables, walnuts, canola and soybean oils, and flaxseed oil.

Foods rich in vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 deficiency predisposes to serious blood and nerve disorders. Several large prospective studies have found that vitamin B12 supplementation reduces the risk of developing or recurring cardiovascular disease. Foods rich in this nutrient include lean meats and fermented soy products.

8 Guardians to Protect Your Heart

Patron Saint No. 1: Omega-3 fatty acids

Hiding place: Salmon, sardines, walnuts, etc. Omega-3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fatty acids that help prevent systemic inflammatory response and cardiovascular disease and protect the heart. A Harvard University study found that consuming about 2 grams of omega-3 fatty acids by eating fish once or twice a week reduced the risk of sudden cardiac death by 36 percent and reduced the likelihood of death by 17 percent. In addition to salmon, sardines and other deep-sea fish, walnuts, flaxseeds, perilla seeds and the oils extracted from them are also good sources of omega-3 fatty acids.

Patron Saint NO. 2: Magnesium

Where to hide: roughage, nuts, etc. Magnesium helps reduce nerve and muscle excitability, maintains heart elasticity, and prevents strokes and heart attacks. Inadequate magnesium intake may cause blood pressure to rise. Studies have shown that an adequate dietary supply of magnesium is beneficial in preventing high blood pressure, heart disease and diabetes. Women tend to be more susceptible to magnesium deficiency than men, and stress also depletes the body’s reserves of magnesium, thus requiring attention to replenish it in the diet. Magnesium is found in a variety of coarse grains such as millet and red beans, nuts such as pine nuts and walnuts, and green leafy vegetables such as spinach and chard.

Patron Saint No. 3: Vitamin D

Hiding place: mushrooms, eggs, etc. In addition to its bone health benefits, the heart health benefits of vitamin D should not be underestimated. Studies have shown that a deficiency of vitamin D in the human body increases the risk of heart disease by 40%, and the chance of dying from heart disease is 81% higher. Food is not a rich source of vitamin D. There are only a few sources such as fish (especially fish liver), mushrooms, animal offal, whole milk and eggs. However, you can get more sunlight, and sun exposure is the main source of vitamin D for the body.

Patron Saint No. 4: Zinc

Where to hide: Seeds, shellfish, etc. Zinc helps the body produce anti-inflammatory cytokines, which, like omega-3 fatty acids, help prevent inflammation in the body. Zinc has also been shown to have a protective effect on arteries, helping to prevent coronary artery disease and improve heart function. Zinc is mainly derived from protein-rich foods such as shellfish, shrimp and crab, offal, meat and fish. Among seeds, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds and pine nuts are also high in zinc.

Patron Saint No. 5: vitamin C

Hiding place: kiwifruit, green peppers and other fresh fruits and vegetables Vitamin C is a very strong antioxidant, research has found that it helps to reduce the level of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (commonly known as “bad” cholesterol), while increasing the level of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (commonly known as “good” cholesterol), dietary vitamin C is a strong antioxidant. Higher dietary intake of vitamin C is associated with a lower risk of heart disease and stroke. The main sources of vitamin C are fresh fruits and vegetables, with citrus fruits and tomatoes being the best sources, as well as peppers, spinach, kiwis and dates.

Patron Saint No. 6: Vitamin E

Hiding place: nuts, seeds, etc. Vitamin E is also a strong antioxidant, and like vitamin C, it can regulate cholesterol levels in the body, as well as inhibit platelet clumping and reduce the risk of myocardial infarction and stroke. A variety of nuts, seeds are rich in vitamin E, fruit avocados are also rich in vitamin E content, you can always eat.

Patron Saint No. 7: allicin

Hiding place: Garlic Allicin helps relax blood vessels and improve blood flow, which can have a positive effect on blood pressure and heart health. It should be noted that garlic contains active substances such as allicin and alliinase, which come into contact with each other when crushed to form allicin, which has health benefits. Therefore, it is best to crush garlic into a puree and leave it for 10~15 minutes before eating it, the absorption of allicin is better, while cooking gets very little allicin.

Patron Saint No. 8: lycopene

Hiding place: tomato, watermelon, etc. Lycopene is a carotenoid with strong antioxidant effects, has been proven to help prevent cancer and heart disease. Studies have shown that the higher the amount of lycopene in the body’s fatty tissues, the lower the risk of heart attacks. Lycopene also increases the elasticity of arteries, improves the function of the endothelial tissue of blood vessels and prevents atherosclerosis. Lycopene is generally found in red foods such as tomatoes and watermelon.

Protect your heart by pressing the three heart points

Pinch the Shenmen to help you sleep and prevent senile dementia. Emotional disturbances can affect sleep. Shenmen is the original point of the heart meridian, which is the gateway to stabilize the heart and mind. Pressing this point before going to bed can help produce sleepiness and regulate sleep disorders, and regular rubbing can also prevent and control dementia. Another good use of Shenmen is to treat motion sickness. Shenmen is a very deep point, and it needs to be pinched and pressed with the inside of the thumb’s knuckle in order to achieve a certain amount of stimulation and produce a therapeutic effect.

Flick the pole spring to measure heart function. The pole spring is located at the apex of the armpit, where the axillary artery pulsates. It can not only regulate the heart rhythm and treat pain in the two ribs, but is also a key point for detecting cardiovascular health. Detection technique is to use the thumb to press the extreme spring, and then dial it, dialing will touch a lot of “small tendons”, and produce to the finger conduction of numbness. If the numbness is obvious, that the heart meridian smooth, normal cardiovascular function; if the dialing only pain not numb and not conduction, proving that the cardiovascular obstruction; if no pain and no numbness, indicating that the cardiovascular system is not enough blood supply.

Heartache fatigue press Tongli. Most people with bradycardia have positive reaction points such as pressure pain and nodules at the Tongli point (1 horizontal finger up from the transverse line of the wrist on the side of the little finger). Pinch this point 36 times for once, pinch 3 to 5 times, can soothe the heart and calm the mind. When the office workers are tired of work, make a fist with both hands, put the inside of the wrist on the edge of the table, push from the Tongli point to the elbow direction, repeat 30 to 50 times, not only can rest the brain, but also dredge the heart meridian.