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How to Manage Heart Failure Symptoms at Home
Published: Dec 27, 2023
Managing heart failure symptoms can be challenging, but you can do a lot at home to help. Here's how you can take control.
Diet Changes
Eating a heart-healthy diet is essential for managing heart failure. Focus on low-salt meals to reduce fluid retention and choose foods rich in potassium and magnesium to help maintain heart function. Avoid processed foods and opt for fresh fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins.
Stay Active
Regular physical activity can improve heart health and overall well-being. Start with light exercises like walking or cycling and gradually increase intensity as tolerated. Exercise helps improve circulation and reduces stress on the heart.
Monitor Symptoms
Keep track of symptoms like weight gain, swelling, or increased shortness of breath. Use a diary or mobile app to log daily changes, which can help your doctor adjust treatments effectively. Early detection of worsening symptoms can prevent complications.
Frequently Asked Questions
A low-salt, heart-healthy diet.
It improves circulation and heart health.
Track changes in a diary or app.
Yes, it can indicate fluid retention.
Wrapping Up
Managing heart failure at home involves lifestyle changes and symptom monitoring.
References
- Reddy YN, Borlaug BA. Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction. Curr Probl Cardiol 2016; 41:145.
- Borlaug BA, Paulus WJ. Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction: pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment. Eur Heart J 2011; 32:670.
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic. Always discuss health information with your healthcare provider.
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