In 1965 President Lyndon Johnson signed a proclamation declaring February American Heart Month. He wanted to help all Americans start saving their lives by becoming aware of the power we have over heart disease and prevention. President Obama just signed the 50th Anniversary decree stating, “While anyone can develop heart disease, those with high blood pressure or high cholesterol and those who smoke are at greater risk. Risk factors like diabetes, obesity, poor diet, physical inactivity, and excessive alcohol use can also increase the likelihood of developing heart disease. By adopting a few healthy habits — getting regular exercise; not smoking; eating diets rich in fruits and vegetables and low in salt, saturated fat, and cholesterol — each of us can reduce our risk.”
To follow his guidelines that will help reduce heart disease in America, currently the #1 killer way ahead of cancer, we can adopt some new lifestyle practices that will help us live longer and healthier lives.
Today I salute all the Presidents who have considered heart health to be of national importance and the awareness they have brought to the cause.
Take the test today.
The Heart Easy™ Test.
What is Your Heart Attack Risk Today?
Write down 1 for yes and 0 for no.
- Age and Gender: I am a man over 45 years or a woman over 55 years.
- My father or brother had a heart attack before age 55.
- My mother or sister had one before age 65?
- I have coronary heart disease, or I’ve had a heart attack.
- I’ve had a stroke or TIA (transient ischemic attack)
- I have a high red blood cell count.
- My blood pressure is 140/90 or higher.
- I smoke or I am exposed to 2nd hand smoke regularly.
- I drink more than 2 alcoholic drinks per day.
- My total cholesterol is 240 or higher.
- I don’t know my levels.
- My doctor has advised me to lower my cholesterol.
- My HDL (helpful cholesterol) is less than 40 mg/dl.
- I get less than 30 minutes of physical activity on most days.
- I watch more than 2 hours of television a day.
- I am 20 lb overweight or more.
- I have diabetes.
- I eat red meat 3 times a week or more.
Results:
Add up your scores. If you had more than 5 points you are at risk for cardio vascular disease. If you had 6 points or more, you are at high risk for cardio vascular disease.
You can also go to: http://www.heartage.me/#/ and see how young your heart is.
Only YOU can make the changes that will strengthen your heart and elongate your life. Be heart smart in February and all year long! Buy the Heart Easy Cookbook and start your new journey today.
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