
Good heart health is essential to feeling good. The month of February is set aside as American Heart Month. It is a time for us to review some key heart health factors:
Blood Pressure | Below 120/80 |
Total Cholesterol | Below 200 (may need to be lower depending on other health conditions) |
LDL (bad cholesterol) | Below 100 (may need to be lower depending on other health conditions) |
HDL (good cholesterol) | >40 (the higher the better) |
Triglycerides | Less than 150 |
Blood Sugar | Less than 100 fasting |
Tips for good heart health:
- Stay Active
- Stop Smoking
- Decrease alcohol intake
- Reduce Stress
- Meal Plan
Take your Heart Score (American Heart Association).