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- 3. Physical activity that improves heart health.
- 6. Eating a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins to support heart health.
- 8. A sudden interruption in blood supply to the brain, which can lead to brain damage or death.
- 11. A fatty substance that can clog arteries and lead to heart disease.
- 13. A disease in which plaque builds up inside arteries, restricting blood flow.
- 15. Chest pain or discomfort caused by reduced blood flow to the heart muscle.
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- 1. Family history and inherited traits can increase the risk of heart disease.
- 2. Clumps of blood that can form in the veins and cause heart attacks or strokes.
- 4. Mental or emotional strain that can impact heart health.
- 5. An abnormal heartbeat rhythm.
- 7. A habit that increases the risk of heart disease.
- 9. A sudden and sometimes fatal occurrence of coronary thrombosis, typically resulting in the death of part of a heart muscle.
- 10. The force of blood against the walls of arteries.
- 12. A condition characterized by excessive body fat, which can increase the risk of heart disease.
- 14. Relating to the heart and blood vessels.