Signs of a healthy heart include:
- Healthy Heart Rate
Ama learned early that signs of a healthy heart include many subtle but powerful indicators. She noticed that on peaceful mornings, her resting heart rate stayed between 60 and 100 beats per minute, a range well recognized by medical experts as normal and healthy. This meant her heart was strong, needing less effort to keep her alive and active.
- Normal Breathing:
One afternoon, as Ama walked briskly through the fields, she noticed she had no chest discomfort or breathlessness, even during physical exertion. Dr. John Lee, a cardiologist, explains that being able to perform moderate exercise without chest tightness or gasping for air shows a heart that is efficiently delivering oxygen to the body.
- Good Energy Levels
Ama also felt energised in her daily tasks. She wasn’t weighed down by fatigue and enjoyed climbing stairs or carrying firewood without losing breath. Medical professionals affirm that good energy levels throughout the day reflect a heart pumping enough blood to meet the body’s needs, a clear sign of cardiovascular well-being.
Her blood pressure readings remained consistently well below 120/80 mmHg, and her oral health was excellent, a factor that modern studies have linked to lower heart risk and better blood pressure control. Ama brushed her teeth twice daily, understanding that healthy gums have a surprising connection to a healthy heart.
Ama’s spiritual guide often quoted Ezekiel 36:26: “I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you.” To Ama, her heart was more than muscle; it was the core of faith, love, and life. As such, she sought to live a holy and peaceful life with a conscience void of offense before God and man ( Acts 24:16).
Next Steps
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you know if your heart is very healthy?
Signs include a resting heart rate between 60-100 bpm, normal blood pressure under 120/80 mmHg, absence of chest pain or breathlessness during physical activity, good energy levels, and quick recovery after exercise. (Texas Health Resources)
What are the signs of an unhealthy heart?
Common signs are persistent chest pain, shortness of breath at rest or during minimal activity, excessive fatigue, irregular heartbeat, swollen legs, and high blood pressure sustained over time.
How to check if your heart is ok at home?
You can check your pulse rate by feeling your wrist or neck for beats per minute, monitor your blood pressure with a home cuff monitor, and pay attention to symptoms like chest discomfort or unexplained fatigue. Keeping track of these helps you catch early problems.
What are the 10 signs of good health?
- Resting heart rate 60-100 bpm
- Normal blood pressure (<120/80 mmHg)
- Comfortable breathing during moderate activity
- Good stamina and energy levels
- Healthy cholesterol levels
- No chest discomfort
- Efficient circulation
- Healthy body weight
- Clear skin and oral health
- Quick recovery post-exercise
