Quit smoking and avoid secondhand smoke to protect your heart.
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A heart-healthy diet can control risk factors like high cholesterol, blood pressure, and diabetes. Choose nutrient-rich foods and limit sweets and red meat.
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Get Moving: 150 Minutes of Aerobic Activity a Week for Optimal Health
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High blood pressure is a major risk for heart disease. Get checked regularly and lower it through lifestyle changes, or medication if necessary.
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Excess weight, especially around the middle, increases risk of heart disease. BMI of 25+ is overweight, and waist circumference >40" (men) or >35" (women) increases risk.
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DM patients >65 have 68% risk of HD and 16% risk of stroke. Other factors like high BP, cholesterol, smoking, obesity, and inactivity increase the risk.
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Take prescribed meds for cholesterol, blood sugar & pressure. Don't take aspirin without doctor's advice. Low-dose aspirin may be prescribed after a heart attack or stroke.
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Limit alcohol intake to reduce risk of heart disease. Men should have no more than 2 drinks per day and women should have no more than 1.
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Lack of sleep increases health risks. Adults need 7+ hours of sleep each night, with a regular sleep schedule and a dark and quiet bedroom
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Unhealthy stress management can lead to overeating, drinking, or smoking. Physical activity, relaxation, and meditation are healthier alternatives.
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