Hearts aren’t meant to celebrate just Valentine’s Day in February, it’s also National Heart Health month! Take a few minutes to read up on how you can take steps in preventing heart disease which is the NUMBER ONE killer of women 20 and older! To kick-off the month, Go Red for Women has organized National Wear Red Day tomorrow on Friday, Feb. 5th to raise awareness of the campaign.
Steps to preventing heart disease include: being active (walking, jogging, dancing); don’t smoke; eat a healthy diet of whole grains, fresh fruits and veggies; and reduce stress by participating in a hobby or sport that you enjoy.
Protect your number one asset, your heart and don’t forget to wear red tomorrow (the kids and dad too)!!
GO RED FOR WOMEN Statistics on heart disease (American Heart Association):
Hi, I'm so glad you're "going red." Women are so aware of breast cancer, which is fantastic, but heart disease affects more women and there are lifestyle changes people can make to reduce the risks. Thanks for sharing this!Mamas have to stay heart healthy.-VM@NCSmartStart