Do you know there are seven easy ways to help control your risk for heart disease? Manage your heart risk by understanding “Life’s Simple 7.”
1. Get active Daily physical activity increases your length and quality of life. If you get at least 30 minutes of moderate physical activity each day (like brisk walking), five times per week, you can almost guarantee yourself a healthier and more satisfying life while lowering your risks for heart disease, stroke and diabetes. 2. Control cholesterol When you control your cholesterol, you are giving your arteries their best chance to remain clear of blockages. Cholesterol is a waxy substance and our bodies use it to make cell membranes and some hormones, but when you have too much bad cholesterol (LDL), it combines with white blood cells and forms plaque in your veins and arteries. These blockages lead to heart disease and stroke. 3. Eat better Want more ways to eat better? Try these tips: Track what you eat with a food diary Eat vegetables and fruits Eat unrefined fiber-rich whole-grain foods Eat fish twice a week Cut back on added sugars and saturated fats 4. Manage blood pressure To manage blood pressure, you should: Eat a heart-healthy diet, which includes reducing sodium Get regular physical activity and maintain a healthy weight Manage stress, limit alcohol and avoid tobacco smoke. 5. Lose weight If you have too much fat — especially if a lot of it is at your waist — you’re at higher risk for such health problems as high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol and diabetes. If you’re overweight or obese, you can reduce your risk for heart disease by successfully losing weight and keeping it off. Even losing as few as five or ten pounds can produce a dramatic blood pressure reduction. 6. Reduce blood sugar The following tips can all help reduce your blood sugar: Reduce consumption of simple sugars that are found in soda, candy and sugary desserts Get regular physical activity! Moderate intensity aerobic physical activity directly helps your body respond to insulin Take medications or insulin if it is prescribed for you 7. Stop smoking Cigarette smokers have a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Whatever it takes for you to stop smoking, it is worth it! Visit the American Heart Association’s Quit Smoking website for tools and resources. https://www.goredforwomen.org/…/about-heart-disease-in-wom…/ Happy Charter day brothers!!! We are so proud of all of you and the legacy you all are leaving at Oklahoma State University!
Spent Valentines Day selling Flan at the International Bazaar. Every year there is a new tradition or culture we learn about at the international bazaar. Best part about this event is the wonderful food from all over the world.
There is never a dull moment with my sisters :) First time making crushes for crushes! It was a very fun experiences and it had a great turn out!!!! A lot of people got crushes delivered today so check outside if you have yours!
Nayedhli, Imani, and Ashley volunteered to be part of the Date auction that Sigma Lambda Alpha hosted as their Philanthropy Fundraisers for the Boys and Girls Club of America. Great job ladies!!!!
Today is National Wear Red for the American Heart Association to bring awareness about heart disease. Did you know that 1 out of 3 Women die of cardiovascular disease including: heart disease, high blood pressure and stroke?!
Had fun doing community service with SLA and HSA!!! #ΣΛΓ #ΣΛΑ #HSA#CowboysWithCompassion #CommunityService #GreekUnity #SillyFaces
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