India, May 25 -- Heart attacks are often blamed entirely on cholesterol or clogged arteries, but the story is far more complicated. Everyday habits, chronic stress, inflammation, poor sleep, and even emotional health can quietly impact heart function over time. Dr Jack Wolfson, a cardiologist with 16 years of experience, shared in his May 24 Instagram post what he believes is the real cause behind many heart attacks and why people need to look beyond common myths. (Also read: Want to control blood pressure naturally? Heart surgeon shares the first steps you should know )

"For decades, we've been told cholesterol is the main cause of heart attacks. But what if the problem actually starts much earlier, in the gut?" said Dr Wolfson in his p...