Ischemic heart disease (IHD) is a condition where there is insufficient blood supply to the heart muscle, usually due to the narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries. This can be caused by the buildup of fatty deposits, known as atherosclerosis, which form plaques that restrict blood flow. When the heart muscle does not receive an adequate amount of oxygen-rich blood, it can lead to chest pain (angina) and increase the risk of a heart attack. IHD is a serious health concern and is often a result of lifestyle factors such as smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, diabetes, and a lack of physical activity. read more >>

Ischemic heart disease is also known as coronary artery disease or "hardening of the arteries." Cholesterol plaque can build up in the arteries of the heart and cause "ischemia," which means the heart is not getting enough blood flow and oxygen.read more >>