Heart Failure in Winter Season | Why Heart Attack Increase in Winter? Ways to Keep Your Heart Healthy.

Many studies have shown that, apart from cardiac arrest, many people suffer from other heart problems and heart failure in winter season. Many studies have shown that, apart from cardiac arrest, many people suffer from other heart problems and heart failure in winter season.

In recent times, it is seen that heart disease is the cause of death of many young people. Many people are suffering from heart disease even in their 40's and even in their 30's. Ignoring the symptoms of heart attack or irregular lifestyle can be the cause, similarly weather changes can also be one of the causes of heart attack.

Like fever-cold-cough, the risk of heart disease also increases in winter. Why is that?

Although there is no very specific evidence, many believe that sudden changes in temperature can affect the heart as well. Many studies have shown that, apart from cardiac arrest, many people suffer from other heart problems and heart failure in winter season. In winter, the 'sympathetic activation' of the nervous system increases in our body. Hence the tendency of blood vessels to narrow increases. This is called 'vasoconstriction'. If this happens, the blood pressure in the body increases. So our heart starts working twice as hard to supply blood to the whole body. When the outside temperature drops too much, it becomes difficult for the body to maintain its normal temperature. It can lead to hypothermia which causes damage to blood vessels in the heart. In people who already have some kind of heart disease, their body struggles to adapt to this situation.

On top of that, the body's need for oxygen increases in winter. Vasoconstriction causes blood vessels to narrow. Therefore less oxygen reaches the heart. It also increases the risk of heart disease.

Everyone gets a little more cozy when winter hits. Decreased desire to walk or exercise. There is also a change in eating habits. Winter season means picnic one day, wedding day the next. So there is a lot of irregularity in eating. As a result, the cholesterol level in the body increases. The risk of heart disease also increases.

What to do to keep the heart healthy?

1) If there is any co-morbidity, pay special attention to the body during this season.

2) Pay special attention to food. Winter means no reason to skimp on food.

3) Do not reduce physical activity. In winter it is lazy to exercise but still you should pay more attention to exercise during this time. You will also benefit from yoga.

4) If there is any discomfort in the body, consult a doctor without delay.

5) It is better not to drink too much and smoke.