But some of the symptoms can fly under the radar on a daily basis. Specialists recommend being particularly vigilant, especially in the event of factors increasing the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases such as sedentary lifestylethe smokingthe stress or even the diabetes and the cholesterol.
To help you monitor your cardiovascular health, the French Federation of Cardiology has put a test online to evaluate you. “The aim of this test is to make the user aware of his cardiovascular situation and to advise him with actions simples to do in order to act. The consultation of the attending physician or cardiologist should be preferred for all specific situations”underlines Pr Alain Furber, cardiologist and president of the French Federation of Cardiology in a press release.
This test breaks down into Three parties distinct: the profilewith information such as age, height or weight, factors related to way of life such as smoking, diet or consumption of alcohol andother risk factors such as increased cholesterol, diabetes, sleep apnea syndrome or hypertension (high blood pressure).
The generator then offers a gauge that assesses your cardiovascular health as well as practical advice to help you take care of your heart.
