Heart Health for Valentine’s Day

February is National Hear Health Month
The American Heart Association has a strategic plan to reduce cardiovascular disease in the United States. It outlines seven of the most important behaviors people can follow to protect their cardiovascular health.
Exercise: Regular exercise improves nearly every aspect of your health.
Eat right: Seek out foods such as nuts, whole grains, beans, fruits, vegetables, seafood, yogurt, and healthy fats.
Blood Pressure: Get your blood pressure checked, make sure your heart isn’t working harder than it should be.
Cholesterol: Know your cholesterol level and keep it low.
Keep blood sugar levels down: Exercise and diet help keep blood sugar levels in check.
Maintain a healthy weight: Fat cells release many substances that increase inflammation, promote insulin resistance, and contribute to atherosclerosis.
Don’t smoke: Smoking and the use of tobacco products isn’t just bad for your lungs, it is bad for your heart too.
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