Obesity

Although we all know that obesity and a poor diet can lead to health conditions like diabetes, it also increases your risk for vascular disease. Through lifestyle changes like a healthy diet and exercise, you can minimize your risk and improve your vascular health. According to the CDC, “Obesity-related conditions include heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and certain types of cancer that are some of the leading causes of preventable, premature death.” Exercise, weight loss, and a healthy diet can help reduce other risk-factors of vascular disease, like high blood pressure and diabetes.

Smoking

Smoking is not only bad for your lungs, it’s bad for your blood vessels and arteries as well. As smoking is a top risk factor in stroke, heart attacks, cancers, and other diseases it may be a good idea to consider quitting. There are a number of options to help you quit available to you, to begin your journey to a healthier lifestyle.

Poor Exercise

Not only does exercise help prevent obesity, but it also improves vascular health by promoting blood circulation. Exercise paired with a healthy diet can keep your blood pumping and prevent the development of narrowed arteries. There are many different ways you can keep active, running, yoga, weight lifting, or even something as simple as walking. If you work out of a desk for long periods of time, even simply getting up and moving around every couple of hours can greatly improve your vascular health.