# Coronary Artery Disease

## Coronary Artery Disease (CAD).

Over-consumption of heavy and fatty meals, worries, sedentary habits, & over-sleep invite cardiac diseases

The hardened and narrowed arteries lead to coronary artery diseases. Such hardening occurs due to the build-up of [cholesterol](https://medlineplus.gov/cholesterol.html) (plaque) on their inner artery walls (atherosclerosis). In *Ayurveda*, atherosclerosis can be compared with* Dhamanipratichaya.* The excessive consumption of sweets/greasy foods & lack of physical activities causes morbid accumulation of the fats & cholesterol (*Kapha/Medas*) in the plasma (*Rasa Dhatu*). This morbid accumulation causes thickening, tortuosity, stiffness, & narrowing of arteries. This event finally culminates in more serious encapsulation (*Margavarana*). Since circulatory channels (*Rasa* and *Rakta Dhatu*) are ubiquitously distributed in the body, an event of encapsulation can happen in all parts of the body.

### Natural Solution for CAD

Natural therapy of 5000 years old medical science of *Ayurveda* aims at targeting the root cause (atherosclerosis) leading to coronary artery diseases. The natural therapy focuses on *Yoga*, *Pranayama,* diet, & lifestyle changes along with powerful authentic herbs for heart health. These herbs possess potent thrombolytic, anti-anginal and cardio-protective ingredients. Additionally, these herbs also increase the digestive fire to burn the excess of fat (both accumulated on artery walls & circulating in arteries).

Cardio Support decreases LDL cholesterol levels and cleanses the blocked arteries naturally. Natural ingredients of Cardio Support (*Rudraksha* in particular) promote natural relaxation by reducing excess body heat. It provides calmness to Body, Mind, and Soul. Regular use of Cardio Support improves the pumping activity of the heart by improving the strength of heart muscles. It also reduces edema due to its diuretic action and decreases the retention of water and hence helpful in maintaining optimum blood pressure.

### Diet for Heart health

- Include whole grain cereal, whole wheat, porridge, millets, pulses, legumes and green leafy vegetables (without salt because green leafy vegetable contains natural salt) in your diet.
- 2-3serving of fresh fruits like apple, papaya, guava, strawberries, and pears per day should be added to your diet.
- Drink plenty of water & limit salt intake, artificial sweeteners, caffeinated tea coffee, soda, soft drink, whole milk, concentrated, processed & preserved foods etc.

## Pranayama/Yoga/Exercise for Coronary Artery Disease

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