🌨️ Stay Heart-Smart This Winter! 🌨️
Dr Punam Krishan, the renowned GP from TV’s Morning Live, has highlighted five key symptoms to watch as the colder months approach. With the chill settling in, it’s time to give your heart some extra love and attention. 🧣💓
Here’s what to keep an eye on:
1. **Chest Pain or Tightness**: Your heart working overtime to keep you warm? Feel any pain or pressure? Don’t ignore it!
2. **Unusual Shortness of Breath**: Struggles with breathing while braving the cold? Your heart might be signalling for help.
3. **Extreme Fatigue**: If the cold seems to zap all your energy, take a moment to listen to what your body is telling you.
4. **Irregular Heartbeat or Palpitations**: Notice your heart racing or skipping beats? Time to get it checked!
5. **Pale or Blue Tinted Skin**: Cold weather can affect your circulation. Look for changes in skin colour, especially on the fingers and toes.
Dr Punam advises, “Wrap up warm! Layer those clothes to trap heat and keep extremities snug with gloves and hats.” 🧤🧢
Avoid sudden temperature shifts and stay indoors as much as possible. Check your windows to ensure they’re keeping the heat in. 🏡
Remember, heart care is all about steady habits. Keep active indoors, enjoy a balanced diet full of fruits, veggies, whole grains, oily fish, and unsalted nuts. Prioritise good sleep and find ways to manage stress – a little mindfulness goes a long way! 🥦🍓🌊
Stay cosy and heart-healthy this November!💙
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