Women & Heart Health: What Every Woman Deserves to Know — Before It’s an Emergency
❤️ Heart disease is the number one cause of death in women , yet it’s still widely misunderstood, under-recognized, and often misdiagnosed. Many women never experience the “classic” chest-clutching symptoms we’re taught to watch for — and far too often, early warning signs are brushed off as stress, anxiety, or fatigue. At LiBellé, we believe heart health is not about fear. It’s about education, awareness, and prevention — long before a crisis happens. 🚩 Heart Disease Risk Factors in Women (Beyond what we’re usually told) Heart health is influenced by far more than cholesterol alone. Common — and often overlooked — risk factors for women include: Chronic stress and nervous system overload Poor sleep and circadian rhythm disruption Insulin resistance and blood sugar imbalance Hormonal shifts (perimenopause, menopause, postpartum) Autoimmune and inflammatory conditions Family history of heart disease or stroke High blood pressure — even “borderline” read...