Rohan Mirchandani's death due to cardiac arrest: Expert tips from Sushmita Sen's cardiologist to stay safe from heart attacks
Last year, actor Sushmita Sen shared her experience of surviving a heart attack despite having a 95% blockage in one of her arteries. Her cardiologist, Dr. Rajiv B Bhagwat from Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital, emphasized that her fitness routine played a crucial role in saving her life.
A daily fitness schedule conditions the muscles and tissues in such a manner that they can expand and withstand the stress of less oxygen in the blood, Dr. Bhagwat explained. Regular and moderate exercise helps store energy in muscles, which is crucial during a cardiac crisis. Sushmita’s good blood flow ensured minimal damage to her heart during the episode.
The Role of Exercise in Heart Health
Dr. Bhagwat elaborated on how exercise benefits the heart. Exercise increases the ability of muscles to extract more oxygen from the blood, reducing the workload on the heart. It lowers stress hormones, decreases blood pressure, and boosts levels of HDL or ‘good’ cholesterol. Research supports that regular exercise reduces the risk of sudden heart attacks and helps keep arteries healthy. Activities like brisk walking, jogging, and swimming are highly recommended.
A Harvard Medical School report corroborates this, stating, “Regular exercise helps muscles grow more blood vessels by expanding the network of capillaries. This leads to more oxygen-rich blood and efficient metabolism, enhancing endurance and strength.”
Post-Heart Attack Care and Prevention
For those recovering from a heart attack, Dr. Bhagwat stressed the importance of a
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