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Why Obesity Increases Heart Attack Risk | Dr. Prashant Pawar

In this informative video, Dr. Prashant Pawar, Consultant Cardiologist at Fortis Hospital Vashi, explains in detail how obesity (BMI more than 30 kg/m²) puts extra strain on the heart and increases the risk of serious health problems. A few decades ago, only about 10% of patients coming to OPD were obese, but today 30–40% of patients are either overweight or obese. This rising trend of obesity is directly linked to cardiovascular diseases. How does obesity affect the heart? Increased metabolic demand: An obese body requires more oxygen and nutrients, so the heart has to pump more blood. This raises blood pressure and gradually thickens the heart muscles (left ventricular hypertrophy). Over time, the heart chambers also dilate, reducing the pumping capacity and leading to heart failure. Chronic inflammation: Obesity keeps inflammatory markers high, which damages arteries and makes cholesterol plaques unstable. This can result in sudden plaque rupture, causing a heart attack. Cholesterol imbalance: Obesity is associated with higher LDL, VLDL, and triglycerides (bad cholesterol) and lower HDL (good cholesterol). This imbalance is a major risk factor for atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease. Key Health Risks of Obesity: High blood pressure (hypertension) Heart muscle damage and heart failure Coronary artery disease and heart attack Stroke and related complications Conclusion by Dr. Pawar: Obesity is not just about weight—it is a major cardiovascular risk factor. Reducing weight helps in controlling blood pressure, cholesterol, and inflammation, thereby protecting your heart. The goal should be to maintain a BMI below 25 kg/m² through healthy lifestyle changes, regular exercise, and proper diet. Chapters 0:00 – Introduction: Dr. Prashant Pawar, Cardiologist at Fortis Hospital Vashi 0:11 – How Does Obesity Put Extra Load on the Heart? 0:17 – Defining Obesity: BMI Greater Than 30 kg/m² 0:27 – Rising Obesity Trends in OPD Patients 0:44 – Increased Metabolic Demand and Heart Strain 0:52 – Blood Pressure Rise and Muscle Thickening 1:04 – Resistance in Blood Vessels Due to Fat 1:19 – Left Ventricular Hypertrophy Explained 1:24 – Chamber Dilation and Long-Term Heart Damage 1:39 – Chronic Inflammation and Plaque Formation 1:54 – Bad Cholesterol Levels and Heart Attack Risk 2:06 – Heart Failure and Diastolic Dysfunction 2:23 – Sleep Apnea and Morning Blood Pressure Spikes 2:44 – Obesity’s Link to Heart Attacks and Stroke 2:47 – Importance of Weight Reduction 2:56 – Maintaining BMI Below 25 kg/m² 2:58 – Closing Message #hearthealthyfood #obesityawareness #cardiologycare #healthawareness #preventheartdisease #earlydetection Facts #metabolichealth #bloodpressurecontrol #cholesterol #healthawareness #cardiology Related Queries: How does obesity affect heart function?, BMI and heart disease risk explained, Signs of heart strain due to obesity, Left ventricular hypertrophy causes, Obesity and high blood pressure connection, Sleep apnea and cardiovascular risk, LDL vs HDL cholesterol in obese patients, How to reduce heart attack risk through weight loss