In the blood analyses of people who fast properly, the type of cholesterol called HDL, which is beneficial for the body, prevents the accumulation of cholesterol in the vessels — the formation of deposits — thus protecting us against cardiovascular diseases, increases. At the same time, the type of cholesterol called LDL, which causes the formation of fat deposits and blockages in the arteries, decreases.
According to Milli.Az, based on some studies, we can consider fasting to be beneficial for our heart.
So, can all cardiovascular patients fast?
Patients who had a myocardial infarction a long time ago, who have no active heart problems or chest pains and have no additional diseases, have no fear in fasting. However, all heart patients must definitely undergo a medical check-up before fasting and be under supervision during this period.
Which cardiovascular patients should not fast?
Those who have had a heart attack recently (within 1 year), those who have ongoing chest pains, uncontrolled high blood pressure problems, heart failure and therefore are forced to use diuretic drugs, those with heart valve prostheses or who use strong blood thinners for other reasons are not recommended to fast.