How Do You Treat Coronary Artery Disease?
Coronary Artery Disease, known simply as CAD, can refer to many different types of heart problems. Coronary artery disease is one of the most serious health problems facing people today, and is due to a combination of weakening cardiovascular muscles and plaque build up on the interior walls of blood vessels. It is treated through diet, exercise, medication and possibly surgery. Get an accurate diagnosis from your doctor. You can’t treat CAD if you haven’t identified it properly. Identify the type of coronary artery disease you have. This will change how you treat it. Different types of CAD require different medications to control the symptoms. The National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute website discusses some of the different types of CAD (see Resources below). Start with changes to your lifestyle. It may sound simple, but minor lifestyle changes can have a profound impact on your overall health and can dramatically improve your heart’s health. Eat a heart healthy diet that is high i
