Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in the UK and covers a range of conditions including cardiovascular disease, hypertension (elevated blood pressure), angina, strokes, atherosclerosis.
Common contributing factors are:
- Being overweight/obese
- Lack of exercise
- High saturated/animal fat intake
- High sugar diet, low in fibre
- Smoking
- High alcohol intake
- Stress
With the introduction of gentle exercise and lifestyle changes, along with alterations to your diet, the risk of heart disease can be substantially reduced. For those already suffering with the above conditions, then these changes can also reduce and slow the progression of the disease.*
NB: If you have a history of heart problems or are heavily overweight or obese you should consult your GP before beginning any exercise programme.
*Disclaimer: The information and advice provided by The Nutritional Therapy Clinic is not intended as a substitute for medical advice. Any person suffering from conditions requiring medical attention, or who have symptoms that concern them, should consult a doctor. Testimonials on this site are examples of what we have done for other clients and of what some of our clients have said about us. However, we cannot guarantee the results in any case. Your results may vary and every situation is different. Please see our disclaimer section for further information.