February 2021 Health Tip


Image: americanhw.com

February is Heart Health Awareness Month.  Heart disease is the leading killer for both men and women in the United States.  According to the CDC, deaths from heart disease are higher in Black Americans than in White Americans and other ethnic groups.  Heart disease also develops at a younger age in Black Americans. 
 
4 Ways to Take Control of Your Heart Health
  • Do not smoke. Smoking is the leading cause of preventable death in the United States.
  • Manage health conditions. Work with your health care team to manage conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol.
  • Make heart-healthy diet changes.  Eat foods low in fat, low in added sugar, and low in salt.  Try to eat more vegetables and fruit.
  • Stay active.  You can break up exercise into 10-minute blocks for a total of 30 minutes per day.