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AT A G L A N C E
Be Heart Smart
5
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., but only two of the major risk factors-
age and family history-are out of your control. Learn about the other modifiable risk factors and the key
lifestyle changes that can help you lower your risk and live a heart-healthier life.
Know your
numbers
Have your
blood pressure,
cholesterol and
blood sugar
tested regularly.
Lose excess
weight
Your risk starts
to go down even
after losing just
5 to 10 pounds.
Ways
to Heart Disease
Prevention
If you smoke, quit
Get more active
You'll start to see
benefits as soon as
one month after kicking
the habit.
Aim for a
minimum of 30
minutes a day, five
times a week.
Eat a heart-healthy diet
Choose a variety of fruits and vegetables, lean proteins such as fish and skinless poultry,
and high-fiber whole grains. Avoid processed foods, as well as those high in fat and sugar.
HEART DISEASE RISK
FACTORS YOU CAN CONTROL
High blood pressure*
Smoking
High cholesterol*
Physical inactivity
Being overweight
Diabetes
Poor diet
* You have less control when it's due to a genetic predisposition.
KNOW THE SIGNS OF HEART ATTACK
Chest pain
You may feel pressure
or squeezing in the center
or left side of your chest.
You may also feel pain in
your jaw, neck, shoulders,
arms, abdomen or back.
Shortness
of breath
This can happen
even if you're
resting.
Less obvious
symptoms
Women are more
likely than men to report
more unusual symptoms
such as nausea, vomiting
or dizziness.
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