• Heart Health Self-Check

    How's Your Cardiovascular Risk?

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  • Instructions: Tick the boxes that applies to you. If you have ticked Yes, then the allocated point applies to you. Add up your points at the end to see your risk.

    This tool draws on recognised cardiovascular risk factors outlined in Australian clinical guidelines. It is intended for general screening and education only.

  • About You

  • Are you over 50yrs old (men) or a woman over 60yrs old or post menopausal? (1 point)*
  • Do you have family history of heart disease? (1 point)*

  • Lifestyle Habits

  • Do you smoke, vape or use tobacco? (2 points)*
  • Do you regularly drink more than 10 standard drinks per week OR more than 4 drinks in one sitting? (1 point)*
  • Do you exercise less than 150 minutes per week? (1 point)*
  • Do you eat less than 5 servings of vegetables and 2 servings of fruit per day? (1 point) (1 serving = ½ cup cooked veg, 1 cup salad, 1 medium piece of fruit).*

  • Clinical Measurements

  • Is your blood pressure above 140/90 mmHg? (2 points)*
  • Do you have high triglycerides and/or low HDL? (2 points)*
  • Do you have elevated fasting glucose / HbA1c and/or diabetes? (2 points)*
  • Is your waist circumference >94cm (men) / >80cm (women)? (1 point)*

  • Symptoms & Health History

  • Do you often feel short of breath or unusually fatigued? (1 point)*
  • Have you been diagnosed with heart disease or stroke? (2 points)*
  • Do you experience chest discomfort or palpitations? (2 points)*

  • Scoring & Risk Level

  • Total Points   Risk Level                                  

  • 0-3                         Low Risk

    4-6                        Medium Risk

    7+                          High Risk

  • What Your Score Means

  • Low Risk (0–3 points)
    Your current lifestyle and health markers suggest a lower likelihood of cardiovascular disease right now.

    This doesn’t mean “no risk”

    - Risk can build silently over time
    - Prevention here is everything

    What to do next:

    - Maintain healthy habits
    - Keep up regular check-ups (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar)
    - Optimise nutrition, movement, and stress
    Perfect stage to optimise and prevent future issues before they start.

     

     

  • Moderate Risk (4–6 points)
    You have multiple risk factors that are starting to stack up, which increases your likelihood of developing cardiovascular disease over time.

    What’s happening physiologically:

    - Early metabolic strain (blood sugar, lipids, or blood pressure may be creeping up)
    - Low grade inflammation may be present
    - Vascular function may be starting to decline

    What to do next:

    This is the intervention window
    - Address diet, movement, stress, and metabolic health
    - Consider more regular monitoring
    This is where we can make the biggest impact and often reduce risk.

  • High Risk (7+ points)

    You likely have significant or multiple established risk factors, meaning a higher likelihood of cardiovascular events (like heart attack or stroke) if nothing changes.

     

    What’s likely happening:

    - Insulin resistance / metabolic dysfunction
    - Elevated inflammation
    - Possible arterial changes (plaque development, endothelial dysfunction)

    Important:

    - This is not a diagnosis
    - But it does warrant proper medical assessment


    What to do next:

    - Speak with your health care practitioner for full cardiovascular screening
    - Begin targeted lifestyle and nutritional support immediately
    - Ongoing monitoring is important
    This is where a structured, personalised plan is essential, you don’t want to guess here.

  • Not Sure What Your Score Means For You Personally?

  • Your results are just the starting point, your full picture depends on:

    - Gut health
    - Hormones
    - Inflammation
    - Nutrient status

    - Lifestyle factors


    If you are interested in knowing more and want to work on your health, please visit Pure Health Integrative Practice for more information.

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  • Disclaimer

    Important: This checklist is not a diagnostic tool and does not constitute medical advice. The information provided is general in nature and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical care. Please consult your GP or healthcare provider for individual assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.

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