The heart is the most vital organ in the body; keeping a healthy lifestyle will help protect it
What you should know:
•Don't smoke and only drink alcohol in moderation
•Eat heart-friendly foods
•Exercise regularly and monitor stress
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Transcript
Hi, I'm Melvin Smith and I'm a CVS pharmacist. Your heart is the most vital organ in your body so it's important to keep a healthy lifestyle to protect it from disease and time.
Here are the most important steps to take to protect your heart. If you smoke, stop. Cigarettes damage the arteries and speed the buildup of cholesterol and plaque. Load up on heart-friendly foods. By getting only 30 percent of your calories from fat (less than seven percent from saturated fats), eating five to seven servings of fruits and vegetables every day, and eating plenty of whole grains, you can lower your cholesterol level, protect your arteries, and reduce your risk for a heart attack. Some types of fats, such as omega-3 fatty acids found in fish, may help lower triglycerides and provide other benefits. You should also exercise regularly. It can strengthen your heart, increase your HDL cholesterol (the "good" cholesterol), lower your blood pressure, burn off extra pounds, and just plain make you feel good. Monitor your cholesterol closely and keep your total cholesterol level below 200 milligrams per deciliter. You should always maintain a healthy weight. Even a little extra weight can put a strain on your heart, boost your blood pressure, and significantly raise the risk of a heart attack. Ideally, your body mass index (BMI) should be between 18.5 and 24.9. Only drink alcohol in moderation. Any more than a couple of drinks a day can increase your blood pressure. Make sure your blood pressure stays under control, it's good to keep yours in the optimum range: less than 120/80.
And if you're under too much stress or feeling depressed, seek out help from a psychologist or therapist. Emotional distress is hard on the heart, and professional help can be a true lifesaver.
If you follow these guidelines, you'll have a healthy heart. If you have any questions ask your CVS pharmacist. We are here to help.
Source: CVS Caremark Health Resources
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