“These seemingly harmless habits… can gradually elevate the risk of heart disease.”
While heart attacks are often portrayed as sudden crises, medical experts warn they are usually the result of long-term lifestyle habits that damage the heart silently over time.
Alarmingly, heart disease is now increasingly affecting adults in their 20s and 30s.
Health professionals have identified five common daily habits that may increase the risk of heart attacks.
First is prolonged sitting, which slows blood circulation and reduces good cholesterol levels, fostering arterial plaque buildup.
Skipping breakfast frequently has also been linked to higher cholesterol and blood pressure.
Chronic stress and emotional suppression lead to prolonged exposure to cortisol and adrenaline, which strain the heart. A poor diet rich in processed foods and trans fats raises bad cholesterol and promotes inflammation.
Lastly, smoking and vaping, even occasionally, reduce oxygen levels and damage blood vessels.
Experts urge lifestyle changes to prevent early-onset heart disease, emphasizing that prevention starts with awareness and small daily choices.