5 heart-healthy tips

“Lifestyle factors play a big role in preventing or managing heart disease.” These are the best tips you should follow for healthier life,

HEALTH TIPS

1. Veg out.

Adding vegetables and fruits to your diet boosts your heart health. Aim for five servings each day.

HEALTH TIPS

2. Volunteer.

Sharing your time and talents is good for your heart. Look for opportunities to get involved at your neighborhood school, place of worship or community.

HEALTH TIPS

3. Give thanks.

Gratitude can boost your immunity and help you sleep. Keep a gratitude journal to help the act of regularly giving thanks become second nature.

HEALTH TIPS

4. Stress less.

Exercising and meditation can help you manage stress. So can setting boundaries. You can’t do everything. Learn to say ‘no’ occasionally.

HEALTH TIPS

5. Sleep more.

Make sleep a priority. Aim for eight hours a night. Exercising during the day and avoiding heavy meals and electronics too close to bedtime may help you fall — and stay — asleep.

HEALTH TIPS