 Work with your doctor — medications like statins are proven to reduce heart attacks and strokes.
4. Quit Smoking (or Never Start)
- Smoking damages artery walls and accelerates plaque formation
- Within 1 year of quitting, heart disease risk drops by half
 Your doctor can help with patches, gum, or prescriptions.
5. Control Blood Sugar
- Insulin resistance and diabetes dramatically increase heart disease risk
- Focus on fiber-rich carbs, portion control, and movement after meals
 HbA1c < 5.7% = normal; 5.7–6.4% = prediabetes; ≥6.5% = diabetes
6. Prioritize Sleep & Stress Management
- Poor sleep and chronic stress raise cortisol and inflammation
- Practice mindfulness, deep breathing, or gentle yoga
 Aim for 7–9 hours of quality sleep nightly.
 Debunking the Myths
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