These Simple Habits Will Drastically<br />Improve Your Heart Health.<br />In 2019, 659,041 people in the U.S.<br />died of heart disease, the leading cause<br />of death in American adults.<br />Thankfully, some risk factors of<br />heart disease are preventable.<br />In honor of February's American Heart<br />Month, here are 8 simple habits that<br />can drastically improve your heart health. .<br />1. Find out and keep track of your<br />blood pressure, lipid profile (good and bad cholesterol<br />breakdown) and your glucose levels. .<br />2. You don’t have to completely cut out<br />unhealthy foods, but it’s important to<br />make eating healthy a priority.<br />3. Try and achieve at least 20 minutes<br />of movement each day. .<br />4. Make sure your body gets enough rest by<br />sleeping a full night or taking naps when needed.<br />5. Find a calming activity and focus on<br />it for at least 10 to 15 minutes each day.<br />6. If weight loss is a factor, set achievable goals<br />for yourself that are realistic and healthy.<br />7. If you smoke, do your absolute best to stop. Smoking<br />can increase your risk of heart disease and stroke.<br />8. Don’t be afraid to take any necessary medicines,<br />as genetics and health conditions make some<br />people predisposed to cardiovascular issues
