Proactive 10 Steps to Promote Heart Health

I had scarlet fever when I was eight. This disease is associated with a sore throat and is more common in young children. Symptoms include rash and fever. At that time, antibiotics were invented and did not exist. I don't remember taking antibiotics

 

I have had anger in my spirit since then. I am also worried about my heart health.

 

Doctors prescribe daily aspirin and fish oil to prevent heart disease. Did you know that heart disease is the number one cause of death among women in America? As embarrassing as this news is, women can do something about it. Being active is something we can all do, and that's my main focus right now.

 

According to the American Heart Association. 30 minutes of physical activity a day can prevent heart disease. Physical activity and exercise are different. Exercise is usually programmed movements such as sitting and jumping. While physical activity includes all forms of movement - walking. Dancing, playing tennis, cycling, skiing, ice skating, etc.

 

Like me, you may be diagnosed with congestive heart failure or heart disease. Some steps for a healthy heart.

 

* Get an annual physical exam, including blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes screenings.

 

* Know your blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

 

* Know your body mass index or BMI.

 

* Keeping a solid weight is far from simple or easy.

 

* Eat 5-10 servings of fruits and vegetables a day and eat a low-fat diet. This tip comes from the Mayo Clinic.

 

* Eat fish twice a week, which contains Omega-3 fatty acids, which help prevent heart disease. These fish include salmon, mackerel, crab, sardines, and fresh, non-canned tuna.

 

*, or then again take 1,000 milligrams of fish oil day to day. This should be the right oil but check with your doctor.

 

* Do not smoke. If you smoke, join a quit-smoking program.

 

* Get 25-30 minutes of physical activity most days. I try to do this every day.

 

* Know the symptoms of heart disease. Men experience shortness of breath, weakness, general fatigue, cold sweats, and dizziness. Women have some of these symptoms and more: disturbed sleep and unusual fatigue. Indigestion, anxiety and some have high blood pressure. Many women mistake flu symptoms.

* Take a low-dose aspirin (also called baby aspirin) every day if you are at risk of heart disease. Check with your doctor before starting this regimen.

"This is an easy step," you might say to yourself. That's true, but these steps can have a big impact on your heart health. Enact! Begin with a couple of steps and work your direction down the rundown. These steps can prevent heart disease.