As one of the most devasting diseases in this country, heart disease is something we should all keep top of mind. With February being National Heart Month, we’re sharing helpful tips on keeping our most vital organ healthy and happy. As a result, you’ll have a longer more active life.
When we saw that the American Heart Association updated its guidelines, we had to share with the RIHI family. Whether you follow all of them all or just a few, any steps you take can keep you healthier. As a result, you’ll be further away from experiencing any heart issues.
We know the first step to our overall health is to stay active. Whether you exercise regularly or periodically, doing any sort of physical activity will help keep your heart healthy. Plus, you’ll feel better as a whole. Beyond taking steps to stay active, what you put in your body is also very important to your health. This advice goes beyond the age-old notion of “everything in moderation”
Here’s a sampling of what the American Heart Association has to say about healthier eating habits:
Healthy Eating Tips
- Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables
- Choose foods that are minimally processed—eat fresh foods
- Choose healthy sources of proteins like beans nuts and seeds over processed meats
- Consume fewer beverages and foods with higher levels of sugar
- Choose and prepare your foods with little or no salt
- Moderate the amount of alcohol you consume
The following are dietary tips from the AHA’s Guidelines. If you’d like to dive deeper for more detail, go to Guidelines and Statements – Professional Heart Daily | American Heart Association
At RIHI, we are excited to help the American Association fight heart disease by actively fundraising for the Southern New England Chapter’s Go Red Program. For the month of February, RIHI will be making a donation for every sale, up to a total donation of $5,000. We will also be providing the entire RIHI community of customers and friends with the following link RIHI supports the Go Red program for the American Heart Association (ejoinme.org) At RIHI, we believe that when we pull together for a common cause, we can accomplish anything.
