Rigved Tadwalkar, MD FACC

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The healthiest people often miss one important part of staying healthy: actually going to the doctor. 
 You can eat well, exercise, sleep, and make healthy choices, but if you’re not getting regular checkups, you may be missing important information about your health. Knowing your blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, family history, and other risk factors can help you catch potential problems early and make informed decisions about your health. Prevention isn’t just what you do at home. It’s also knowing what’s happening inside your body. Save this post as a reminder to prioritize your checkups, and share it with a friend who needs to hear this! Follow for more heart health insights. #healthychoices #dontskipthedoctor #overallhealth #cardiologistexplains #cardiology @pacificheartinstitute

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Your 30s are not too early to start thinking about heart disease. They’re actually the perfect time to get ahead of it. Here are 4 things worth knowing: -Your Lp(a): This inherited, cholesterol-related risk factor is often overlooked. It’s largely determined by genetics, and most people should have it measured at least once in adulthood.
 -Your family history: Did a parent or sibling have a heart attack or stroke at a young age? That information can help your doctor better understand your own cardiovascular risk. -Your blood pressure: High blood pressure often has no noticeable symptoms, but over time, it can put significant strain on your heart and blood vessels. -Silent risk factors: High cholesterol, impaired glucose tolerance, and other cardiovascular risk factors can go unnoticed for years. Feeling healthy doesn't always mean your heart is healthy, which is why regular checkups make a difference. You don’t have to be perfect to protect your heart. You just have to know your risks and take action early. Send this to someone in their 30s who needs the reminder. #30yearolds #hearthealthmatters #preventativehearthealth #cardiologistexplains #earlyhearthealth

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Getting 7 hours of sleep doesn’t automatically mean you’re doing your heart a favor. Your sleep schedule also makes a difference. Consistently going to bed and waking up at wildly different times can disrupt your circadian rhythm, which plays a role in blood pressure, metabolism, and cardiovascular health. Your heart runs on a clock, and constantly changing the schedule may come at a cost. Be honest: are you a consistent sleeper, or is your bedtime a free-for-all? 👇 #circadianrythm #sleepschedule #sleephealth #hearthealth #cardiologistexplains