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#FamilyFocus: World Heart Week - The risks related to alcohol consumption and tobacco use─── 08:51 Thu, 01 Oct 2020
The risks associated with excessive drinking and smoking is something we are all aware of in the back of our minds but do you really know what it does to your body?
The Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa recommends that if you drink alcohol, then do so in moderation. Drinking too much alcohol is harmful to your heart and general health. Tobacco causes 8 million deaths every year from cardiovascular disease, lung disorders, cancer, diabetes, and hypertension.
Smoking along with high cholesterol, high blood pressure, physical inactivity, obesity, diabetes are the risk factors for cardiovascular diseases. These risk factors are highlighted by the CEO of the Heart and Stroke Foundation of SA, Prof Pamela Naidoo. Take a listen below.
https://www.heartfoundation.co.za/stop-smoking/
https://www.heartfoundation.co.za/alcohol/
DISCLAIMER: This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
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