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Diet and nutrition are two elements that are in our control. Proper weight
managment and healthy eating will certainly benefit your heart. But, you can also feel great and know, that by eating well
and maintaining a healthy weight, you are on track to a healthy lifestyle. Find out more by clicking on the link above!
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There
are proven benefits of physical activity not only for the heart but for a person's overall physical well
being. Whether you choose walking, aerobics, swimming, weights or riding your bike as a form of your daily exercise, an active
lifstyle can help your heart. Start now by clicking on the link above!
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Heredity
plays an important role in whether we are at risk for heart disease. A known heart disease or condition that
affects a family member may be signal that you could be at risk. Find out if you could be at risk. Visit the
American Heart Association's website by clicking the link above.
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What hasn't been said about the damage smoking can do to the heart? Secondhand smoke also
puts you at risk. Studies have found ties between second hand smoke and the effects on the heart. Cigarette smoking
is a risk factor we can control. Smoking increases the risk of heart disease by itself. Quitting cigarette smoking
is one of the hardest things to do but it could be one of the most important things you can do for your heart. Click
the link above to find out how you or someone you care about can quit smoking! |
Anyone
can have high blood cholesterol. Our bodies make cholesterol and cholesterol comes from foods we eat. Cholesterol is a leading
risk factor for heart disease. There is a simple blood test that can measure the amount of cholesterol levels in your blood.
Depending on the levels, a change in diet, exercise or cholesterol-lowering medication may be needed to lower your cholesterol
level. Get more information by clicking on the link above!
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We
don't always pay attention to the way we are feeling. Perhaps we're "too busy". Maybe we want the problem to just
go away. Or, we may not realize that something is wrong. Some warning signs of a heart attack are chest pain or chest
discomfort. Other warning signs can be discomfort in other areas of the upper body such as arms, back, jaw or neck. Shortness
of breath, abdominal pain or stomach pain may be an indication of a heart attack. Breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or
lightheadedness should not be disregarded. Don't ignore warning signs! Click on the link above to learn more about the warning
signs of heart attack, stroke and cardiac arrest.
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