Friday, 19 May 2017

Life's simple seven

Life's Simple 7

Developed by the American Heart Association, Life's Simple 7 is a list of habits designed to improve cardiovascular health.
Changes you can make
Target for ideal heart health
1. Stop smoking
Having never smoked, or having quit smoking for more than a year
2. Reduce blood sugar
Fasting blood glucose below 100 mg/dL
3. Control cholesterol
Total cholesterol of less than 200 mg/dL
4. Manage blood pressure
Blood pressure below 120/80 mm Hg
5. Lose weight
Body mass index (BMI) in the normal range (18.5–25)
6. Get active
At least 150 minutes of moderate exercise or 75 minutes of intense exercise per week
7. Eat better
A diet that includes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy products, poultry, fish, and nuts and limits red meats and sugar

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