Fit 37-Year-Old's Stents Expose Hidden Heart Attack Risks, Doctor Warns

• India saw a significant rise in heart attack deaths in 2022, with 32,457 fatalities.
• A 37-year-old fit man, despite a healthy lifestyle, required two heart stents due to blockages.
• Hidden risks for heart disease include genetics, high Lipoprotein(a), chronic stress, hidden inflammation (hs-CRP), and poor sleep.
• Fitness alone doesn't guarantee clean arteries; factors like genes, lifestyle, inflammation, stress, sleep, and Lipoprotein(a) also play a role.
• Comprehensive screening tests like Lipoprotein(a), hs-CRP, ApoB, HbA1c, and a Coronary Calcium Score are recommended, especially for those over 25 with risk factors.

Why It Matters: Your healthy lifestyle might not protect you from hidden heart attack risks.