Heart Disease 101: How Heart Attacks and Strokes Actually Happen

Heart disease is the leading cause of death — but most people don’t understand how it actually develops.In this episode of Fuller Living, Dr. Ashitey explains what happens inside the arteries when heart disease develops and how heart attacks and strokes occur.You’ll learn:How plaque forms in the arteriesWhat actually causes a heart attack or strokeWhy symptoms don’t always look the way people expectWarning signs that should never be ignoredHow blood pressure, diabetes, and cholesterol contribute to heart diseaseWhat you can do to reduce your long-term riskThis episode brings together the entire Cardiometabolic Health 101 series, connecting the dots between high blood pressure, diabetes, cholesterol, and heart disease.Understanding the process is one of the most powerful tools for prevention.If you missed the earlier episodes in the series, start with:• High Blood Pressure 101• Diabetes 101• Cholesterol 101Share this episode with someone you care about, and follow the podcast so you don’t miss future conversations on health, prevention, and living well.