- Exercise a Little Every Day
- Set a Reasonable Goal for Weight Loss
- Take Your Heart Medicine
- Eat Well and Healthy
- Eat a Little Chocolate preferably dark chocolate
- Don't Smoke
- Pay Attention to Your Symptoms
- Exercise a Little Each Day
Enough physical activity lowers your chances of getting a heart attack by 30% to 50%. Target for 30 minutes of exercise that gets your heart pumping at least 5 days a week. Brisk walking or swimming are some good choices. On the other 2 days, do strength training, like lifting weights.
If you have got a tight schedule, break your exercise routine into small parts. Try a 15 to 20 minutes' walk in the morning and another before lunch.
- Set a Reasonable Goal for Weight Loss
If you're overweight or heavy, you do not have to get thin to reduce your risk for a heart attack or stroke. If you lose 5% to 10% of your weight, you'll improve your cholesterol numbers and lower your blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Take Your Heart Medicine
It sounds like a no-brainer, but do not skip your meds. A lot of people don't take their medications the way their doctor told them to. Figure out what keeps you from taking your medicine -- such as side effects, cost, or forgetfulness - and ask your doctor for help and suggestions.
If you stick to a healthy diet you could lower your odds of getting heart disease by 25%. Fill your plate with different kinds of fruits, veggies, whole grains, fish, and slim meats. Stay away from processed, over processed or prepared foods that often are high in salt and filled with preservatives.
Several studies show that people who eat chocolate more than once a week lower their risk of heart disease by almost 40% and stroke by about 30%. Go for dark chocolate, and make sure the ingredients are at least 70% cacao. It's filled with nutrients that help protect your ticker.
Keep your portions small so you don't gain weight and work your heart harder.
Smoking dramatically raises your risk of heart attacks and strokes, so talk to your doctor about how to quit. You'll also be doing your friends and family a favor, since secondhand smoke can also lead to heart disease.
- Pay Attention to Your Symptoms
Don't just hope they'll go away. See your doctor if you feel anything unusual, like shortness of breath, changes in your heart rhythm, or extreme tiredness. Also watch for pain in your jaw or back, nausea or vomiting, sweating, or flu-like symptoms.
Tags: Heart Attack, Stroke, Healthy, Heart Medicine, Weight Loss
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