5 steps to a healthier heart
What 5 things can you do for heart health? A recent article on 5 Ways to Protect Your Heart Everyday gave some simple steps to follow: Eat more fruits and vegetables – Fruits and vegetables are not only loaded with vitamins, minerals but also fiber and antioxidants. Focus on color – each color has its own unique antioxidants and health benefits. 1 0,000 steps a day – if you haven’t invested in a pedometer than buy a Fitbit or other pedometer. About 2,000 steps is a mile so 10,000 is about 5 miles give or take depending on your stride. If 10,000 is too much to start with, then aim to start where you are whether it is 3,000 or 5,000 a day. The start adding 500 steps a day for a week or two, then add another 500 steps a day until you can get to 10,000 steps a day. Stop smoking and stay away from second hand smoke . A handful of nuts – this is one of Dr. Oz’s recommendations and one I tell the students in my clas...