General Treatment Measures for Cardiac Disorders
1. Dietary modifications usually include reducing total fat intake and intake of saturated (hydrogenated or animal) fat
2. General weight reduction may be recommended for some persons
3. Salt (sodium) intake is decreased as well in order to reduce blood pressure
4. A regular exercise program is suggested to improve overall cardiovascular function and circulation to all areas of the body
5. Cessation of cigarette smoking decreases the risk of coronary disease because smoking appears to increase vasoconstriction and heart rate, thus increasing the workload on the heart
6. Drug therapy is an important component in the maintenance of cardiac patients