Get Heart healthy

Heart Disease is the number one killer of women. Fortunately there are some things you can do to lower your chance of developing this deadly disease!!
Start by exercising. You need to get 20 to 30 minutes of movement in every day. If you can get more than that, it's even better. Getting exercise in your day can help you control your weight and reduce conditions that put a strain on your heart. Exercise helps strengthen your heart and cardiovascular system. Exercise helps your body use oxygen better by improving your circulation. Exercise gives you energy so you can do more activities and sleep better at the end of the day. Exercise lowers blood pressure. Exercise helps reduce stress, tension, anxiety and depression.
Next don't smoke or use tobacco. These are the most significant risk for heart disease. The chemicals in tobacco damage your heart and blood vessels. The nicotine in cigarettes narrows your blood vessels and increases your blood pressure. Social smokers and second hand smoke is just as dangerous. The good news is that when you quit smoking, your risk drops dramatically in just one year.
Third, eat a heart healthy diet. This means eat foods that are low in fat, cholesterol and salt. Epically limit your intake of trans fats and hydrogenated oils found in margarine, fast food, fried food, etc.. Additionally limit refined sugar intake from cakes, candies, cookies, etc.. Instead eat a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and low-fat dairy products. Also proteins like beans, chicken, turkey and fish. Limit your intake of red meat as it is high in saturated fat.
Finally if you drink alcohol, limit your intake to no more than one drink a day. Excessive alcohol depletes your body's supply of nutrients and vitamins.

You'll be on your way to a healthy heart in no time!!