The doctor pointed out the unexpected danger of a healthy lifestyle

Maria Glezer, the chief freelance cardiologist of the Moscow Region, explained the dangers of a healthy lifestyle.

In an interview with Radio 1 on Thursday, August 28, the expert noted that when switching to a healthy lifestyle, people often focus on lowering cholesterol levels, forgetting about other important things.

Glaser noted that it is important to pay attention not only to cholesterol levels, but also to another risk factor — arterial hypertension. According to her, physical activity should be moderate, and walking is one of the safest options.

She added that the "Mediterranean diet" is not always applicable in Russia, as local fish and seafood differ in composition. The specialist stressed that before making lifestyle changes, it is necessary to consult a doctor and undergo an examination so as not to harm the body.

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On August 22, a study of the food delivery service showed that millennials were the most involved in sports among Russians: 20% of the representatives of this generation are regularly engaged in physical activity. Generation X respondents came in second place (18%), while only 16% of zoomers support sports, NSN notes.

In May, Olga Chirkova, a doctor, spoke about the main danger of hypertension. According to her, this is a systemic disease that eventually leads to most serious complications from the cardiovascular system, kidneys, and retina. According to the doctor, to prevent arterial hypertension, blood pressure should be measured from the age of 40.

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