{"id":1245,"date":"2024-03-08T15:13:39","date_gmt":"2024-03-08T15:13:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iteldigital.com\/medicalincs\/?p=1245"},"modified":"2026-05-30T15:29:38","modified_gmt":"2026-05-30T15:29:38","slug":"10-ways-to-be-heart-smart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.medicalincs.com\/?p=1245","title":{"rendered":"10 Ways To Be Heart-Smart"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"1245\" class=\"elementor elementor-1245\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-794ba69 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"794ba69\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6e581de e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"6e581de\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-749f4de elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"749f4de\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>February is National Heart Health Month and it\u2019s the perfect time to reevaluate your habits and make sure you\u2019re living a heart-smart life. Your heart deserves the best care and that starts with taking steps to improve your heart health. Here are 10 things you can do to live a healthier, happier life for your heart.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-28701dc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"28701dc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>1. Exercise regularly<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-32f069f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"32f069f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>It doesn\u2019t have to be strenuous \u2013 just 30 minutes of physical activity each day can make a big difference. Consider taking a 30-minute walk after dinner, joining a yoga class or spending 30 minutes a day dancing it out to your favorite playlist.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1fd7642 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1fd7642\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-15fc1df elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"15fc1df\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" src=\"https:\/\/www.medicalincs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/10-Ways-To-Be-Heart-Smart.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1247\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.medicalincs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/10-Ways-To-Be-Heart-Smart.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.medicalincs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/10-Ways-To-Be-Heart-Smart-300x169.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2041b1c e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2041b1c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-36fa1f6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"36fa1f6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>2. Eat heart-healthy foods<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4bb56c7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4bb56c7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Eating heart-healthy foods is an easy way to take small steps toward a healthy lifestyle. Avoid processed foods that may be high in sodium, calories, and fat. Heart-healthy foods include:<\/p><ul><li>Fruits and vegetables<\/li><li>Lean proteins, such as chicken, turkey, fish, and eggs<\/li><li>Beans and legumes<\/li><li>Whole grains<\/li><li>Nuts and seeds<\/li><li>Healthy fats like olive oil, avocado, or nuts.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e838ec7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e838ec7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>3. Limit your salt intake<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6a7c1b3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6a7c1b3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>It is recommended to consume no more than 2000 milligrams of sodium a day. Too much salt can cause your body to retain fluid, which can raise blood pressure and increase your risk for heart disease and stroke.<\/p><p>Salt is often found in surprising places. Foods such as canned soups, crackers, bagels, and frozen meals may contain high amounts of salt.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5579ec1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5579ec1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>4. Maintain a healthy weight for your heart<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1343f40 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1343f40\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Being at a healthy weight can lower your risk for heart disease. By adding more fruit and veggies to your diet, cutting out processed foods, exercising each day, and making sure to get plenty of sleep each night you will be on your way to maintaining or even losing weight.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0349dcf elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0349dcf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>5. Quit smoking and avoid secondhand smoke<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-35b2df5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"35b2df5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Smoking can damage the heart by narrowing blood vessels and reducing oxygen flow to the heart muscle. Did you know that when you quit smoking, heart attack risk decreases rapidly?<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0763b5d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0763b5d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>6. Get regular check-ups<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-65e5bd4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"65e5bd4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Regular visits with your healthcare provider are essential to heart health. During these appointments, you can talk to your doctor about any heart problems or concerns you have and also learn more about heart disease prevention.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d6e458b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d6e458b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>7. Manage stress<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0c58077 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0c58077\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Manage your stress levels through yoga, meditation, or other relaxation techniques. If you think you can\u2019t meditate consider sitting on your front porch and just closing your eyes to listen to the sounds of nature. This is an easy way to reduce stress and enjoy your afternoon at the same time. Stress can raise your heart rate and blood pressure, so it\u2019s important to find ways to reduce it.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-62d5590 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"62d5590\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>8. Get enough sleep<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d766faf elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d766faf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Sleep is easily overlooked and for some, it\u2019s a matter of pride that we can run on less sleep. But sleep deprivation increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. Did you know when we sleep our bodies are repairing heart tissue and improving heart health? Aim for at least 7-8 hours of sleep each night.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1411cdd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1411cdd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>9. Drink in moderation<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a9aa102 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a9aa102\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Too much alcohol can increase the risk of heart disease, heart failure, and high blood pressure. The guidelines recommend no more than two drinks per day for men and one drink per day for<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-872316d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"872316d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>10. Finally, stay informed<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-810e2bb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"810e2bb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Stay informed about heart health in general and about your heart health in particular. Knowing your numbers such as blood pressure and resting heart rate is a great start. Be sure to discuss any concerns with your doctor.<\/p><p>Living heart-smart isn\u2019t difficult \u2013 just keep these tips in mind and make healthier choices for your heart. February is National Heart Health Month \u2013 let\u2019s take this opportunity to live a healthier life!<\/p><p>By following these heart-healthy guidelines, you can decrease your risk of heart disease and enjoy a happier, healthier life. Take action today to make heart health a priority! Have a heart-healthy day!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-ka-cursor-size=\"1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cc5c4a1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cc5c4a1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;kng_cursor_interaction&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_magnetic&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;kng_cursor_size_multiplier&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:1,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Additional Resources:<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.heart.org\/en\/healthy-living\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/www.heart.org\/en\/healthy-living<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/heartdisease\/prevention.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/heartdisease\/prevention.htm<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhlbi.nih.gov\/health\/heart-healthy-living\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/www.nhlbi.nih.gov\/health-topics\/ heart-health<\/a><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>This entry was posted in <a href=\"https:\/\/iteldigital.com\/medicalincs\/?page_id=682\">Uncategorized<\/a>. 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