
Cardiologist reveals 6 hidden lifestyle triggers of heart failure nobody talks about: ‘Health isn’t just about exercise and salads'
Published on: Sept. 3, 2025, 7:40 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Cardiologist Dr. Dmitry Yaranov warns that heart disease stems from more than cholesterol or lack of exercise. In an Instagram post, he highlighted six overlooked risks: poor sleep, air pollution, chronic stress, gum disease, limited food access, and weak gut health. He also pointed to sugar as a silent saboteur, raising heart and diabetes risks globally. His message: protecting the heart requires tackling these hidden triggers alongside diet and fitness.