Cardiovascular Mortality Rate Increased During the Pandemic: 4 Natural Methods for Prevention

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Cardiovascular disease is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, and its death toll has significantly increased since the COVID-19 pandemic. Wang-Chuan Chen, the honorary president of the Taipei Chinese Medical Association, provided valuable insights on identifying symptoms of cardiovascular diseases on a YouTube program. Additionally, he demonstrated how acupressure points, Chinese herbal medicine, and diet can help maintain a healthy heart and promote smooth blood circulation.

According to data released by the American Heart Association on Jan. 25, 2023, the number of people who died from cardiovascular disease in the United States increased from 874,613 in 2019 to 928,741 in 2020, surpassing the previous record of 910,000 in 2003. This alarming trend highlights the importance of knowing how to prevent cardiovascular disease.

Causes and Symptoms of Cardiovascular Diseases

In modern medicine, blood lipids are generally categorized into three types: low-density lipoprotein (LDL), high-density lipoprotein (HDL), and triglyceride. LDL transports cholesterol from the liver to various tissues through the bloodstream. HDL, on the other hand, transports cholesterol from the bloodstream back to the liver.