Dr Devi Shetty,
Narayana
Hrudayalaya (Heart Specialist) Bangalore.
A chat with Dr Devi Shetty, Narayana Hrudayalaya (Heart Specialist) Bangalore
was arranged by WIPRO for its employees. The transcript of the chat is given
below*.
Qn: What are the thumb rules for a layman to take care of his heart?
Ans:
1. Diet - Less of carbohydrate, more of protein, less oil
2. Exercise - Half an hour's walk, at least five days a week; avoid lifts and avoid sitting for a longtime
3. Quit smoking
4. Control weight
5. Control BP - Blood pressure and Sugar