Calculate Your Heart’s Age
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that about 69 million adults have hearts that are 5 years older than their actual age. It has been found that most of the people are not as young at their heart as they believe they are.
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BMI is a commonly used measure of obesity but it has limitations because it does not distinguish between fat, muscle and bone mass. While BMI can provide a general indication of health risks, it may miscategorize athletes and older individuals. Alternative measures like waist circumference and body composition tests using bioelectrical impedance provide a more accurate assessment of obesity risks by measuring abdominal fat distribution and actual body fat percentage. Experts recommend using a combination of measures like BMI, waist circumference, and other health factors to evaluate weight-related health risks.
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- A study of over 6,000 people found that those who felt younger than their actual age had lower mortality rates, with 14.3% of deaths for those who felt younger compared to 18.5% for those who felt their actual age and 24.6% for those who felt older.
- Feeling younger was associated with lower risk of heart disease but not cancer. Further research is needed to understand why this occurs.
- A separate study found that a person needs to look at least 10 years older than their actual age for their appearance to reliably indicate poor physical or mental health. Looking up to 5 years older does not predict health issues.
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The Public Health England Heart Age Campaign aims to increase awareness of heart health and reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. It encourages adults to complete a quick online Heart Age Test that compares their heart age to their actual age and provides tips to lower heart age. A variety of partners are invited to promote the campaign through activities like offering free blood pressure tests, promoting at-home testing kits, and raising awareness through their channels and locations. A campaign toolkit provides materials for partners to display and share through digital channels.
Health and wellness 101
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Prevention in Cardiology Myths or Reality
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Know & Go Friday, December 2016: New Year, New You
This document discusses the importance of self-care and maintaining a positive outlook. It notes that 97 million Americans are overweight or obese, costing $144.6 billion annually in healthcare costs. Positive thinking is associated with many health benefits, including longer life, lower depression rates, and better coping skills. Studies show that more positive psychological well-being reduces the risk of cardiovascular events. Chronic stress can impact hormone balance and brain chemicals, while positive people tend to live healthier lifestyles. The document advocates practicing gratitude, mindfulness, exercise, and recognizing coworkers to promote a happy workplace.
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1) A survey by the National Mental Health Association found that over half of Americans now recognize depression as a disease rather than a character flaw, though nearly a third still view it as a state of mind.
2) The survey also found that those with depression reported higher rates of unemployment and divorce than others.
3) While treatment is seen as effective, many people struggle to adhere to medication and psychotherapy regimens long-term. There is a gap between understanding the need for ongoing treatment and actually following through with it.
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This document discusses the importance of physical activity, diet, and leisure time for health and wellness. It notes that a sedentary lifestyle and unhealthy diet are major contributors to diseases like cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Regular physical activity of at least 30 minutes 3 times per week can help prevent serious illness. Team sports provide exercise as well as social and mental benefits. Eating a diet high in vegetables, fruits and minerals and low in fast food and junk food promotes health and prevents obesity. Spending leisure time engaged in physical activity rather than passive activities like screen time is important for heart, mind and overall wellness. Maintaining a balanced lifestyle with proper diet, exercise and leisure habits is key to avoiding sickness and enjoying good health
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