According to the American Heart Association, heart disease is responsible for almost 1 million deaths annually in the United States, half of which are women. The good news is that many of the risk factors that lead to heart disease – obesity, smoking and a sedentary lifestyle, to name just a few – can be remedied.
“Simple changes such as watching what you eat and exercising are two powerful steps in helping to reduce your risk of heart disease,” said Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum, a cardiologist at New York’s Beth Israel Medical Center.
Here are some simple tips to help reduce your risk of developing heart disease.
* Add heart-smart foods. Living a heart-healthy lifestyle does not mean giving up delicious foods. Fruits, vegetables and whole grains are heart-healthy winners. Include Minute Maid Premium Heart Wise, the only orange juice proven to help lower your cholesterol level.
* Get a move on. Physical activity is essential for a healthy heart. Start small. Take the stairs instead of the elevator, squeeze in a 15-minute walk during your day or park your car in the farthest parking spot at the grocery store.
* Weigh...
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