This is a condition in which fat and other substances accumulate in the arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle and cause blockage. This can even lead to a heart attack. The main causes are:
Excessive cholesterol in the blood: An increase in bad cholesterol (LDL) in the blood due to a poor diet causes plaque to build up on the walls of the arteries. This reduces the diameter of the blood vessels and causes blockages.
High blood pressure (Hypertension): Chronic high blood pressure damages the walls of the arteries. Fat can easily enter through this damage and create blockages.
Diabetes: If blood sugar levels are not properly controlled, it can damage the blood vessels. Diabetics are more likely to develop heart problems than others.
Smoking and alcohol: The nicotine in tobacco constricts blood vessels and increases the risk of blood clots. This reduces the amount of oxygen reaching the heart and causes blockages in the arteries.
Lifestyle and obesity: Lack of exercise, obesity, and stress are detrimental to heart health. Eating too much processed and junk foods increases the risk of heart disease.
