In Spain, 85% of cardiovascular problems occur in subjects of risk moderate or low

March 14. European day for the prevention of cardiovascular risk

– genetics has become the most reliable tool to detect risk factors

-these pathologies are, along with cancer, the main causes of mortality in Spain

– A large part of cardiovascular accidents are preventable

Spain, March 2012.- although not all heart disease lead to the worst possible outcome, these diseases – along with cancer – are the main causes of death in our country. For this reason, it is understandable that sean priority on the agendas of public health because have changed much our eating and living habits in recent years, increased cardiovascular risks of the Spanish population, even among those subjects who a priori have a moderate risk ” explains Dr. Eduardo Morejónresponsible for the health and nutrition clinic London unit.

Currently, advances in genetic research allow us to detect and block ” with a great precision vascular risk factors. In clinic London are working on this line: genetic analysis, assessment of vascular risk and long-term follow-up in order to change those habits of the patient’s life that raise the possibility of suffering a cardiovascular accident ”, indicates Dr. Morejón. so the keys to preventing a cardiovascular accident would be two: on the one hand to use genetics to detect risks and then establish a multidisciplinary program that avoids that they develop, such as the programme Kilow-Gen clinic London, which lasts three years and is carried out by a multidisciplinary team of doctors, nutritionists and psychologists who analyzed the genetic risks and environmental risks (overweight)(, sedentarity, increased cholesterol, hypertension, etc), they establish a therapeutic strategy at three levels (medical, nutritional and psychological) and support the patient to correct harmful environmental factors and to develop healthy habits that improve their health and quality of life.

The importance of prevention

Between the different typologies of existing cardiovascular disease, ischemic heart disease – a disease caused by narrowing of the coronary arteries (arteriosclerosis) – is closely related to the harmful habits of the patient. This means that both angina pectoris and myocardial infarction may be prevented in a number of cases. A diet low in saturated fat and rich in omega 3, the intake of fresh vegetables, tobacco cessation and the customary practice of moderate physical exercise would avoid many cardiovascular accidents in people who do not have congenital problems but become subjects of risk by their habits of life ” explains the doctor clinic London Morejón.

Although cardiovascular disorders are more common in men, from menopause the prevalence of these diseases between sexes it matches. In addition, these diseases are related to smoking, high blood pressure, high figures of cholesterol LDL and low HDL cholesterol, the existence of a family history, diabetes mellitus, obesity and a sedentary lifestyle. With regard to the latter the doctor points out: No need to obsess but if care. If we do not commit too many excesses during meals, walk to work, avoid remain seated throughout the workday by giving small walks, climbing the stairs of the subway or house walk and, above all, inculcate the love for the sport among younger and moderate physical exercise can become healthy subjects from the point of view of cardiovascular ”.

Trying to reduce cardiovascular risk it is possible and is within reach of all. Clinical London proposes a simple Decalogue of good habits, estimated is able to reduce the chances of suffering by 65%.

1 – A diet low in saturated fat and rich in fatty acids omega 3.

2 Include 5 servings of fresh vegetables (fruit and vegetables) in the daily diet.

3 – Staying in an appropriate weight (with the BMI between 18.5 and 24.9). Nutritional programs with medical supervision can help achieve and maintain a proper BMI.

4 – Physical exercise 3 times a week or more, remain constant.

5 Reviews of control of hypertension, diabetes and cholesterol.

Preventive genetic 6-analysis of cardiovascular risks. Genetically, not everyone has the same risk of suffering these pathologies.

7 – Try to maintain a relaxed, avoid stress lifestyle.

8. Do not drink more than one daily glass of red wine (good).

9 – Quit.

10 – Before any symptom of a cardiovascular problem, he attends the specialist for an overall assessment.

Clinic London has 14 centres in Spain, more than 10 years of experience and belongs to the Bavaria group. It was the first clinic in Europe to achieve the certification of quality ISO 9001-2000.