Boston-based cardiologist Ami Bhatt came to our attention when she served as the 2020 chairwoman of Go Red for Women Boston. We’re so glad she did, because she’s clearly an inspiration when it comes to communicating about a wide range of cardiovascular issues. Read on for our exclusive Q&A to understand how to make changes that can have a literal lifetime of benefits.
At what age should I start taking care of my heart?
"It is never too early to be heart healthy. A well balanced diet, 150 minutes of physical activity a week, tobacco avoidance, maintaining an optimal body mass index..."
"When people refer to heart disease, we are often discussing coronary artery disease or the buildup of plaque in the arteries that feed the heart muscle. However..."
"The main risk factors for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (coronary artery disease, heart attack, stroke) include high blood pressure, overweight, diabetes, tobacco use..."
What actions can we take to prevent heart disease?
"Knowing your numbers is key. You should know and control your blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and if you have diabetes, your blood sugar levels. Healthfully achieving an optimal..."