ACS Q&A with Dr. Krause – At What Age Should I Pay Attention to Heart Health?

You should probably start paying attention to your heart health even in your early to mid-20s because there are reports of people developing early fatty streaks in their heart vessels, even at that age. This is particularly important if you have a family history of heart disease, as you will want to be more focused on your heart health.

One thing you should do is start early in life with exercise and lifestyle modifications. Watch your diet, and watch your weight. Be sure to exercise regularly. Exercise can help prevent heart disease. Following a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet can also help modify your risk and lower your cholesterol.

You should also have a primary care physician who checks your cholesterol and monitors those kinds of things. Try to make healthy lifestyle changes in order to help prevent heart disease throughout your life.