Cardiovascular Diseases: Most Effective Supplements

Cardiovascular diseases are currently the leading cause of mortality worldwide. In 2021, they were responsible for 20.5 million deaths, a significant increase from the 12.1 million recorded in 1990. Meanwhile, their prevalence has doubled, affecting more than 523 million people. This surge in cases is explained by several factors: increased life expectancy, increasingly sedentary lifestyles, often unbalanced diets rich in sugars and fats, as well as the overall rise in risk factors such as hypertension, obesity, and diabetes.

The most common cardiovascular diseases?

Cardiovascular diseases encompass several conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels. Among them, ischemic heart diseases (such as myocardial infarction) are the most common, followed by strokes. These two categories account for the majority of cardiovascular deaths. Other significant diseases include hypertensive heart diseases, caused by prolonged high blood pressure, and cardiomyopathies, which directly affect the heart muscle. Besides their high mortality rate, cardiovascular diseases are a major cause of disabilities. They increase the years lived with disabilities due to complications such as heart failure, post-stroke motor disorders, or chronic pain. Low- and middle-income countries are particularly affected, due to limited access to healthcare and increased exposure to risk factors.

How to take action?

Cardiovascular diseases are largely preventable through proactive management of modifiable risk factors: • Adopt a healthy lifestyle : a balanced diet, rich in fruits and vegetables, coupled with regular physical activity, significantly reduces the risks. • Avoid tobacco and limit alcohol : these behaviors are directly linked to hypertension and atherosclerosis. • Control metabolic parameters : monitoring blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol is essential to prevent complications.