Why does your risk of heart disease increase as menopause addresses?
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Estrogen helps protect your heart because it maintains:
But, their ovaries begin to produce less estrogen during perimenopause.
The decrease in estrogen = greater risk of heart disease
2) Metabolic syndrome increases the risk of heart disease, and is more common after menopause
Metabolic syndrome is when you are at least 3 of the following:
3) Age plays a role
Aging causes changes in the heart and blood vessels and can cause heart problems
Heart disease is serious
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Heart disease is the number 1 cause of death for women in the United States
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Around 1 in 5 women die from heart disease
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Black women have a higher risk of heart disease compared to other women
Did you know?
Vasomotor symptoms of menopause, such as suffocation and night sweats, are related to a higher risk of heart disease.
Its risk of heart disease is 2x – 3 times higher after reaching menopause. But, it is never too late to start protecting your heart.
Make your heart pump
Physical activity is number 1 in the list for good health.
Moving more helps reduce your risk of heart disease and other conditions that can damage your heart, including:
Guidelines for physical activity every week
150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise such as walking energetic (about 22 minutes a day)
either
75 minutes of vigorous aerobic how to run
either
An equal mixture of both
+Muscle strengthening activities 2 days a week
Change your habits, change your heart
Lifestyle factors can prevent heart disease. These may include:
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Quit smoking
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Eat a healthy diet
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Keep a healthy weight
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Sleep quality
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Stress management
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Obtain regular checks
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Maintain your cholesterol and blood pressure under control
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Maintain healthy blood sugar levels
It cannot stop hormonal changes that occur during perimenopause. But you can take measures to keep your heart as healthy as possible.
This educational resource was created with the support of Pfizer, a member of the Corporate Advisory Council of Greetings.
