Over 72? STOP Doing This After Lunch – It’s Damaging Your Heart.

Over 72? STOP Doing This After Lunch – It’s Damaging Your Heart.

Picture this: you’ve just finished your lunch, feeling full, perhaps even a bit drowsy, and you slip into the habit you’ve had for years. Maybe it’s lying down for a nap, having a strong coffee, enjoying a sweet treat, or heading out for a brisk walk to “help with digestion”. Sounds harmless, doesn’t it? But if you’re over 72, some of these common after-lunch routines could be silently overworking your heart – and the worst part? You probably have no idea it’s happening. What we do after meals has a direct impact on our cardiovascular system, especially as we age. And neglecting this can increase the risk of arrhythmias, unstable blood pressure, and even more serious cardiac events. In this video, we’re going to uncover the after-lunch habits that may be quietly harming your heart – and some of them might surprise you. We’ll explore digestion, circulation, metabolism, and even the role of specific foods and timings. Most importantly, I’ll share what you should do instead – simple routines that actually protect and support your heart after meals. Welcome to BravHealth – your trusted space for health after 60. If this topic is important to you or someone you care about, do give us a like, subscribe to the channel, and share this with those who need it most.

Let’s begin with a habit that seems harmless but can be a real enemy of heart health: lying down immediately after eating. Many people over 72 are used to having a nap right after lunch. And while rest is essential, timing makes all the difference. When you lie flat after a meal, digestion is either interrupted or slowed down, because your stomach is no longer in the upright position that allows gastric juices and digestive enzymes to work efficiently. This can cause acid reflux – that uncomfortable burning or regurgitation – which in turn stimulates the vagus nerve. The vagus nerve is one of the main connectors between the brain and internal organs, and when it’s overstimulated by reflux, it can trigger a kind of “brake” on the heart, suddenly lowering the heart rate. Ever heard of “vagal bradycardia”? That’s it. And in older adults, this can lead to dizziness, fainting, and even heart blocks. It sounds serious – because it is. So what should you do instead? Wait at least 45 to 60 minutes before lying down after a meal. You can rest in a recliner, yes – but stay semi-upright. Your heart and digestive system will thank you.

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