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Heart Health
A Functional Medicine Approach
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Someone dies from Cardiovascular Disease every 34 seconds in the U.S.
In 2026, people struggle to keep their hearts healthy due to several key challenges, despite growing awareness of heart disease risks. A major issue is lack of awareness: 24% of Americans don't know if they're at increased risk for heart disease, even though many have major risk factors like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, or diabetes. This knowledge gap is compounded by misconceptions—70% believe heart health peaks in their 20s or 30s, but the American Heart Association emphasizes that healthy habits can improve outcomes at any age.
Hidden risk factors are also under-recognized: 44% of people are unaware that physical inactivity is a major risk, and 71% don't realize that a woman's heart disease risk increases significantly after menopause due to hormonal changes and metabolic shifts. Additionally, stress and poor sleep are often overlooked, even though chronic stress raises blood pressure, increases inflammation, and disrupts heart rhythm, while inadequate sleep elevates blood pressure and inflammation.
Many struggle with lifestyle habits—excess added sugar in everyday foods (like yogurt and bread), high alcohol consumption, and sedentary routines continue to undermine heart health. Even when people know what to do, sustaining long-term change is difficult, especially without personalized support. The shift toward functional medicine—which addresses root causes like inflammation, blood sugar balance, gut health, and nervous system regulation—reflects a growing recognition that heart health isn't just about cholesterol or exercise, but about holistic, long-term wellness.
Heart Health Coach
A health professional who guides individuals in improving cardiovascular well-being through lifestyle changes.
A Heart Health Coach is a specialized healthcare professional who works with individuals to improve their cardiovascular health through personalized guidance and support. They assess a client's current lifestyle, medical history, and risk factors to develop tailored plans that promote heart-healthy habits. These coaches educate clients on proper nutrition, regular exercise, stress management, and other lifestyle modifications that contribute to optimal heart health. By providing accountability, motivation, and expert advice, Heart Health Coaches empower individuals to take control of their cardiovascular well-being and reduce the risk of heart disease.
If your ready to say yes to heart health coaching, reach out to Cochise for a free 20 minute consultation.
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Confusion can be a significant symptom of heart failure, a type of cardiovascular disease. It often presents as memory loss, impaired thinking, or disorientation and is linked to reduced blood flow to the brain due to the heart's decreased pumping ability. This cognitive impairment is more common in people with advanced heart failure and is associated with worse health outcomes, including higher risks of hospitalization and death.
Other cardiovascular conditions, such as coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, and heart attacks, are also linked to cognitive decline. Studies show up to 50% of individuals may experience cognitive issues after a heart attack, and people with heart disease have a 27% higher risk of developing dementia.
Key causes of confusion in cardiovascular disease include:
Reduced cerebral blood flow due to poor cardiac output.
Chronic inflammation associated with heart failure.
Shared risk factors with neurodegenerative diseases (e.g., Alzheimer's).
Important: Confusion is often mistaken for aging or normal forgetfulness, but it should be evaluated promptly by a healthcare provider. Early detection and management of cardiovascular disease can help preserve both heart and brain health.
Cardiovascular diseases, including heart disease and stroke, claim more lives in the U.S. than all forms of cancer and accidental deaths – the #2 and #3 causes of death – combined.
"Did you know that in the U.S., someone dies of cardiovascular disease every 34 seconds? Nearly 2,500 people in the U.S. die from cardiovascular disease every day. Those are alarming statistics to me – and they should be alarming for all of us, because it's likely many among those whom we lose will be our friends and loved ones," said Keith Churchwell, M.D., FAHA, the volunteer president of the American Heart Association. "Too many people are dying from heart disease and from stroke which remains the 5th leading cause of death.
Beating Heart-Body animation: https://iprsoftwaremedia.com/67/files/20176/Beating%20Heart-Body%20animation.mp4
Understand Your Risks to Prevent a Heart Attack: https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/heart-attack/understand-your-risks-to-prevent-a-heart-attack
Atrial Fibrillation: https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/atrial-fibrillation
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