Dental problems
Gum disease increases heart disease risk. Some doctors believe gum germs may enter the circulation and cause blood vessel inflammation and cardiac issues.
Shift Work
Shift work disrupts the body's circadian rhythm, or "internal clock," and affects the heart. If you work irregular hours, take additional heart disease prevention measures: Exercise, eat well, and get regular checkups.
Traffic Delays
Bumper-to-bumper traffic is frustrating. It may explain why one hour in traffic increases heart attack risk. Freeway noise may potentially cause heart disease.
Early Menopause
Women who enter menopause before 46 have double the risk of a heart attack or stroke. Estrogen, a ticker-friendly hormone, may diminish.
Snoring
When your airway is partly obstructed, you may stop breathing. It causes high blood pressure, irregular pulse, strokes, and heart failure. Therapies improve breathing and reduce heart disease risk.
Hepatitis C
This liver infection increases your risk of poor cholesterol and high pressure. Even yet, heart disease risk is increased. Hep C may inflame cells and tissues, including the heart.
Poor Sleep
Sleeping fewer than six hours a night increases your chances of high blood pressure and cholesterol. Obesity and diabetes are more likely (both of which can hurt your heart).
An Unhappy Marriage
Good matches make hearts happy and healthy. Older persons who are happy in their marriages had a decreased risk of heart disease.
Loneliness
Family time reduces stress and keeps you active. Loneliness increases heart disease risk. Helping others or adopting a pet might link you if you're alone.