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Weight Loss Benefits The Heart No Matter How You Get There

2008/01/31 | CityNews.ca Staff

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Weight Loss Benefits The Heart No Matter How You Get There

















How can you keep your heart healthy? The steps are simple, although sometimes sticking to them all is easier said than done. 

  • Eat a diet that will help not hurt your ticker. ( See the examples here)
  • Cut down on salt
  • Keep your bad cholesterol levels down
  • Exercise regularly and keep a regular routine
  • Control your high blood pressure
  • Control your weight
  • Keep your stress in check by setting aside time to relax
  • Avoid excess alcohol
  • Quit smoking

Take an online quiz to see whether you're at risk for a heart attack or stroke.

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