Life Simple 7

Here are the steps in the Life Simple 7, the American Heart Association's tips for heart health. It can also cut your cancer risk in half!:

1.    Get active —  AHA recommends at least 150 minutes of exercise a week.

2.   Control cholesterol — Cholesterol should be lower than 200 milligrams per deciliter.

3.   Eat better — This means foods high in whole grain, fruits, vegetables and lean protein such as  fish. Limiting sodium, added sugars, trans and saturated fats is also important.

4.    Manage blood pressure — It should be less than 120/80.

5.    Lose weight — body mass index should be below 25.

6.    Reduce blood sugar — Fasting blood sugar level should be below 100, which can be achieved  by avoiding soda, candy and other desserts, as well as getting exercise.

7.    Stop smoking — AHA says  do “whatever it takes.”

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