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Healthy Lifestyle Doesn't Eliminate Artery Blockage Risk: Cardiologist

Healthy Lifestyle Doesn't Eliminate Artery Blockage Risk: Cardiologist

The Indian Express2h
THE BRIEF
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A cardiologist explained that a healthy lifestyle, including exercise and a normal weight, lowers cardiovascular risk but does not eliminate it completely.

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Factors like genetics, family history, diabetes, cholesterol, and age-related changes can contribute to plaque formation, even with healthy habits.

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Low blood pressure does not protect against coronary artery disease, and the significance of an 'artery blockage' requires precise medical assessment.