6 Ways To Keep Your Heart Healthy

​Unlike many other illnesses, heart disease is one of the few diseases people can prevent by making lifestyle changes. With proper exercise and a healthy diet, one can lower the risk of heart disease. But what else can you do to help prevent it?

1. Eat healthy food.
   Eating healthy food means following a heart-healthy diet that includes different nutritious foods and drinks. In addition, you must also make sure to get the number of calories that are right for you.
   
   Here's what heart-healthy items include:
      - Foods low in saturated fat, added sugars, and sodium (salt)
      - High-fiber foods (whole grains)
      - Whole fruits (apples, mangoes, bananas)
      - Vegetables
      - Proteins (chicken, eggs, seafood)
      - Certain fats (fats in olive oil and fish)
   
   
2. Be active.
   If you don't usually exercise, you can take it slow! You can move around - by walking, dancing, biking, jogging, and stretching. Once you get the hang of it, you can build up to more movement over time. 
   
   
3. Stay at a healthy weight.
   A healthy eating routine will help keep you healthy. You can track and manage your weight by making smart food choices and regular exercise. 
   
   
4. Get enough sleep.
   Sleep is essential for everyone. If you don't sleep enough, you may be at a higher risk for heart disease, no matter your age or health habits. Make getting enough sleep your priority.
   
   
5. Avoid smoking and secondhand smoke.
   Smoking gives you a higher risk of heart disease and heart attack. Avoiding secondhand smoke is also important. Keep your home smoke-free and keep children away from secondhand smoke.
   
   
6. Manage stress.
   Managing stress can reduce your risk of developing conditions such as heart disease, eating disorders, high blood pressure, anxiety, and depression. Everyone deals with stress differently. You can manage stress by taking time to relax, being active and eating healthy, and surrounding yourself with supportive people.

Conclusion
Anyone can get heart disease, but you are at higher risk if you don't do anything healthy. You can start taking steps today and move towards a healthier lifestyle.

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