As we all know, the beating rhythm of the heart is closely related to the health of the human body. Under normal conditions, the heart maintains a steady rhythm, and once this rhythm is disrupted, the health of the heart may be affected, and even heart disease can be triggered.
The speed of the heartbeat, medically known as heart rate, refers to the number of times the heart beats per minute at rest. As the saying goes, life never stops, the heart never stops, and the heart is always beating silently, never stopping.
According to data, a person's heart beats about 25 to 3 billion times in their lifetime, and even during sleep, the heart always works without sleep.
A normal person's heart beats usually range from 60 to 100 beats per minute. However, this range is not absolute, as heart rate can be affected by many factors, such as age, gender, physical condition, exercise status, and emotional state.
In general, young people and people who are in good physical condition have a faster heartbeat, while older people, people who are frail, or who have not been physically active for a long time have a slower heartbeat.
In addition, some medications or diseases may also affect the rate of the heartbeat. Therefore, if you have questions or concerns about your heart rate, it is best to consult a doctor or professional.
Regarding the mysterious connection between fast and slow heartbeat and longevity, Professor Wen Qibang of the Taiwan Institute of Health has unraveled the mystery for us. Since 1994, he has meticulously collected nearly 2 million medical examinations, and through in-depth analysis, he has tried to explore the subtle relationship between heart rate and longevity.
After excluding the factors that may affect cardiovascular health, such as smoking and the three highs, Professor Wen has come to a remarkable conclusion. People with a heart rate of 60-70 beats per minute have a 4-month shorter life expectancy for each additional heartbeat.
People with heart rates in this range have an average life expectancy of three years shorter than those with a heart rate of less than 60 beats.
Even more surprisingly, people with heart rates of 80-90 beats per minute had an average reduction in life expectancy of 5 years; People with a heart rate of 90-100 beats minutes have an average life expectancy of 8 years; For people with a heart rate of more than 100 per minute, the average life expectancy has been shortened by 13 years.
Professor Wen believes that this is closely related to the overload of the heart due to the rapid heart rate. Long-term overwork increases the probability of the heart going "dead" early. At the same time, a Swedish study also found that a fast heart rate was associated with an increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.
Researchers followed 2,147 people over the age of 60 years and found that participants with a resting heart rate of more than 80 beats per minute had a 55 percent increased risk of dementia compared with those with a resting heart rate of 60 to 69 beats per minute.
The rhythm of the heartbeat is the rhythm of life, and too fast or too slow is a sign of arrhythmia, especially in the elderly. Some people say that a slow heartbeat symbolizes longevity, but is 55 heartbeats per minute normal for a 60-year-old person?
Huang Xiaobo, a famous doctor at Nanfang Hospital of Southern Medical University, pointed out that a normal person's heartbeat should be 60-100 minutes, and if it is lower than this range, it is considered to be a slow heartbeat.
However, the slowness of the heartbeat does not directly equate to a health problem. There are many factors influencing it, such as family genetics, exercise habits and even personal physical fitness.
However, it is necessary to be vigilant that once the slow heartbeat leads to insufficient blood supply to the brain, causing symptoms such as chest tightness and dizziness, there may be potential health risks, and you should seek medical attention as soon as possible.
Patients with bradycardiac may experience blackness in front of their eyes, malaise, and in severe cases, even preconvulsions or loss of consciousness.
Guo Yifang, vice president of Hebei Provincial People's Hospital, also said that most studies believe that 50-80 minutes of heartbeat is the best state, and less than 50 minutes is considered slow heartbeat. A slow heartbeat can lead to insufficient blood supply to critical organs such as the heart, burying the potential for disease.
So, for those who are deeply troubled by tachycardia, how can you adjust your heart rate? In fact, there are only a few things that need to be done.
First things first: exercise exercises
Exercise strengthens the heart muscle, which in turn lowers the heart rate. And people of different ages have different ways of exercising. Older people can choose to do more gentle exercises such as walking, tai chi or baduanjin, while younger friends can choose to exercise at a higher intensity such as running and jumping. But remember, exercise within your means, and don't push yourself.
The second thing: get enough sleep
A good night's sleep is like a "charger" for the human body, which can bring sufficient rest to the body. Therefore, we should try to avoid staying up late and ensure that we have about 8 hours of quality sleep every day.
The third thing: eat a balanced diet
We should eat more nutritious foods such as fresh fruits and vegetables, lean meats, nuts, legumes and fish, which can help lower blood pressure and make the heart beat more smoothly. At the same time, it is necessary to avoid high-fat, high-calorie foods as much as possible to prevent body obesity.
The fourth thing: emotional stability
We need to learn to regulate our emotions and avoid being in a state of excessive stress for a long time. When you feel too stressed, taking steps to relieve stress, such as talking to someone or doing outdoor activities, can be an effective way to relieve stress.
The fifth thing: regular medical check-ups
Many people find themselves with tachycardia during routine checkups without noticing any significant discomfort themselves. Therefore, regular physical examination helps us to detect abnormalities in the body in time, so as to detect them early and ** early.