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Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), including stroke and heart disease, claims 17.3 million lives around the world each year. It’s estimated that 23 million people will die from CVDs every year by 2030… and women and children are also at risk.
In children (5 to 17 years old)
The risk for CVDs begins during the foetal stage and will grow during childhood because of unhealthy diets, being overweight, lack of exercise and exposure to second-hand smoke. And if not tackled early on, children could suffer a double burden of heart disease and stroke.
To identify children who are at risk, parents and guardians should look out for:
• Family history (being overweight, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, cardiovascular disease before age 55 for men, and 65 for women)
• Children who are overweight
• Poor diet in children
• Physical inactivity
• Family members who smoke are a risk to your child (second hand smoke)
Preventative measures parents can take to help prevent cardiovascular disease in children include:
• Feeding them a variety of vegetables, fruits, dairy products, fish and lean meat
• Once a child is two years old, limit high fat foods
• Keep their salt intake to under 6g a day
• Reduce their sugar intake
• Educate your children on the dangers of smoking and second-hand smoke
• Encourage daily physically activity, with at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous activities
• Limit TV, video games, and cell phone use to under two hours a day
In women and men (18 to 64 years old)
CVDs affect as many women as men, and it’s a myth that heart disease and stroke only affects older, male and wealthier populations.
It’s vital that women, and the men who hold them dear, learn the truth about their CVD risk and take action to protect themselves and their families.
We understand that this is sometimes easier said than done, but with the correct steps you have an opportunity to make heart-healthy changes to protect the people you love. These include:
• Staying active
Physical inactivity causes six percent of deaths globally
Not smoking
One in every two smokers will die of tobacco-related diseases. Ban smoking in your home and if you want to quit, speak to a medical expert or trained counselor.
• Knowing your chances
It’s important to keep a regular check on your heart health by visiting a healthcare expert to test your CVD risk.
• Eating healthy
A diet rich in fruit and vegetables helps prevent heart disease and stroke.
And if you or your loved ones have already suffered a heart attack or stroke, speak to your medical professional for advice on how to lead a healthier and prolonged life.
Now that you have the information to keep yourself and your loved ones healthy, shouldn’t you be making the recommended adjustments to their lives and yours?
In children (5 to 17 years old)
The risk for CVDs begins during the foetal stage and will grow during childhood because of unhealthy diets, being overweight, lack of exercise and exposure to second-hand smoke. And if not tackled early on, children could suffer a double burden of heart disease and stroke.
To identify children who are at risk, parents and guardians should look out for:
• Family history (being overweight, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, cardiovascular disease before age 55 for men, and 65 for women)
• Children who are overweight
• Poor diet in children
• Physical inactivity
• Family members who smoke are a risk to your child (second hand smoke)
Preventative measures parents can take to help prevent cardiovascular disease in children include:
• Feeding them a variety of vegetables, fruits, dairy products, fish and lean meat
• Once a child is two years old, limit high fat foods
• Keep their salt intake to under 6g a day
• Reduce their sugar intake
• Educate your children on the dangers of smoking and second-hand smoke
• Encourage daily physically activity, with at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous activities
• Limit TV, video games, and cell phone use to under two hours a day
In women and men (18 to 64 years old)
CVDs affect as many women as men, and it’s a myth that heart disease and stroke only affects older, male and wealthier populations.
It’s vital that women, and the men who hold them dear, learn the truth about their CVD risk and take action to protect themselves and their families.
We understand that this is sometimes easier said than done, but with the correct steps you have an opportunity to make heart-healthy changes to protect the people you love. These include:
• Staying active
Physical inactivity causes six percent of deaths globally
Not smoking
One in every two smokers will die of tobacco-related diseases. Ban smoking in your home and if you want to quit, speak to a medical expert or trained counselor.
• Knowing your chances
It’s important to keep a regular check on your heart health by visiting a healthcare expert to test your CVD risk.
• Eating healthy
A diet rich in fruit and vegetables helps prevent heart disease and stroke.
And if you or your loved ones have already suffered a heart attack or stroke, speak to your medical professional for advice on how to lead a healthier and prolonged life.
Now that you have the information to keep yourself and your loved ones healthy, shouldn’t you be making the recommended adjustments to their lives and yours?
