Atherosclerotic Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)

The most common type of heart disease in the United States. It is caused by plaque buildup in the walls of the arteries that supply blood to your heart.

Traditional/Established Risk factors for CAD:

High blood pressure, High cholesterol, Diabetes mellitus, Tobacco use and a Family History of CAD.

Modifiable Risk factors:

–Inadequate diets high in sugars, processed carbohydrates, along with high salt (sodium) content, trans fats.

–Overweight status and obesity

–Lack of exercise/physical inactivity

–Excessive alcohol consumption

–Tobacco Use/smoking

–Some forms of recreational drug use