SIMPLE WAYS TO IMPROVE HEART HEALTH

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Get moving

Your heart is a muscle and, as with any muscle, exercise is what strengthens it. The first step is to determine your target heart rate, then find an activity you enjoy and can stick with for the long run.

Quit smoking

Quitting smoking is tough. But you know that it's important to quit, and one of the biggest reasons is that it's linked to heart disease.

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Eat heart-healthy foods

Salmon and guacamole are loaded with healthy fats that are good for the heart.You can make many appetizing dishes with these heart healthy foods.

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Don't forget the chocolate

 Chocolate and wine contribute to heart health only in moderation. Alcohol and cocoa  have antioxidants that have been shown to increase good cholesterol.

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Don't stress

There are more than 1,400 biochemical responses to stress, including a rise in blood pressure and a faster heart rate. If you don't manage your stress, it can create more stress and trap you in a stress cycle.

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Eat low fat dairy products

Low fat dairy products are excellent alternatives to high fat ones. Examples include skim milk, low fat yogurt, soy milk, or fat-free cheeses.

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Have a handful of nuts.

Walnuts, almonds, peanuts, and other nuts are good for your heart. Try grabbing some instead of chips or cookies when you need a snack.

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Wash your hands often

Scrubbing up with soap and water often during the day is a great way to protect your heart and health. The flu, pneumonia, and other infections can be very hard on the heart.

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Stop drinking your calories

Cutting out just one sugar-sweetened soda or calorie-laden latte can easily save you 100 or more calories a day. Over a year, that can translate into a 10-pound weight loss.

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