Healthy Living by American Heart Association
Heart disease is this country's No.1 killer. But by exercising for as little as 30 minutes each day you can reduce your risk. That's what the American Heart Association's start walking movement is all about: Walk more. Eat better. Live a longer, healthier life. Countless people across the country are jumping on board. Join them. Get walking and start taking a more active role in your health!
How Does Stress Affect You?
Common responses to stress are listed below. Think about how stress affects you. Aches and Pains* -Headache -Backache -Neck ache -Stomach ache -Tight muscles -Clenched jaw Energy Level and Sleep* -Feeling tired without a good reason -Trouble sleeping Feelings -Anxiety -Anger -Depression -Helplessness -Out of control -Tense Other Emotional Signs -Easily irritated -Impatient -Forgetful *Some physical signs of stress may be caused by your medical condition or by medicines you take. If you aren't sure what's causing your physical symptoms, ask your doctor if stress might be the cause. How Do You Respond? When you are under stress, do any of these behaviors apply to you? -I eat to calm down. -I speak and eat very fast. -I drink alcohol or smoke to calm down. -I rush around but do not get much done. -I work too much. -I delay doing the things I need to do. -I sleep too little, too much or both. -I slow down. -I try to do too many things at once. -Engaging in even one of these behaviors may mean that you are not dealing with stress as well as you could.
NUTRITION CENTER:HEALTHY DIET GOALS Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of Americans. We can reduce heart disease by promoting a healthy diet and lifestyle. Getting information from credible sources can help you make smart choices that will benefit your long-term heart health. For the first time, the American Heart Association has defined what it means to have ideal cardiovascular health, identifying seven health and behavior factors that impact health and quality of life. We know that even simple, small changes can make a big difference in living a better life. Known as “Life’s Simple 7,” these steps can help add years to your life: -don’t smoke; -maintain a healthy weight; -engage in regular physical activity; -eat a healthy diet; -manage blood pressure; -take charge of cholesterol; and -keep blood sugar, or glucose, at healthy levels.
-Fruits and vegetables: At least 4.5 cups a day -Fish (preferably oily fish): At least two 3.5-ounce servings a week -Fiber-rich whole grains: At least three 1-ounce-equivalent servings a day -Sodium: Less than 1,500 mg a day -Sugar-sweetened beverages: No more than 450 calories (36 ounces) a week
