Practice good habits for heart health!
Celebrate your health this month in honor of American Heart Month. Heart disease is one of the leading causes of mortality in the US. The Center for Disease Control and Millions Hearts are teaming up to change heart health. With the goal of joining them to eliminate one million heart attacks and strokes in the US by 2017, check out these tips to reduce your risk for heart disease.
- Eat more fruits and vegetables. The more fruits and vegetables you eat, the easier it is to maintain a healthy weight. While size isnâ't everything, a healthy weight helps to keep your heart in good shape.
- Watch your sodium intake. The more sodium you eat, the greater risk of high blood pressure. High blood pressure is a risk factor for more serious heart diseases such as heart attack and stroke.
- Eat vegetarian. While you donâ't have to eat an entirely vegetarian diet, itâ's a good idea to reduce the amount of meat and animal products that you consume. Theyâ're high in cholesterol, which can lead to plaque build-up in your arteries.
- Reduce your alcohol intake to one drink per day. If you like to have a drink every once in a while, feel free to do so, just enjoy with moderation. Too much alcohol can have serious health repercussions.
- Give up smoking. Itâ's no secret that smoking is bad for you. In addition to lung health, smoking affects your heart health. It increases your risk of blood clots, which lead to a heart attack or stroke.
- Exercise more. There more you get up and move, the stronger your heart gets. Exercise is vital to the health of your cardiovascular system.
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