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Women work, clean, cook, take care of children, spouses, parents, pets - but sometimes forget to take care of themselves. Their knowledge about health often comes from a two minute news report or short article. But every week there is some new research report telling us what we need t… Continue

It’s February 1st the Official Starting Day of Heart Month.
Heart disease remains the #1 killer of men and women in this country.
The Main Risk Factors for heart disease include:
• Increased age (55 or older for women, 45 or older for men)
• A Family History of Heart Disease
• High Blood Pressure
• High Total Cholesterol, or High LDL (Bad) Cholesterol, or Low HDL (Good) Cholesterol, or High Triglycerides
• Diabetes/Metabolic Syndrome
• Overweight/Obesity (especially increased belly fat)
• Smokin… Continue

Heart disease remains the number killer of women in the United States; and the rate of decline in heart disease has been less prevalent among women. Approximately one woman dies every minute from heart disease in this country. Every year since 1984 more women have died of heart disease than men yet many women are still unaware of their biggest health threat. The National Heart Lung and Blood Institute’s Red Dress/Heart Truth campaign which began in 2001 and the American Heart Association’s Go Re… Continue

(Picture is some Heartstrong representatives at 1st day 5K - Very Cold !!)

More than 60% of women in the United States do not meet the recommended 30 minutes/day of
physical activity.

The American Heart Association states that “any physical activity is better than none”
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Here are some tips to help get you through the holiday season:

Heart Healthy Holiday Eating Tips:
1) Do not go to holiday parties hungry to avoid overeating at the party. Eat regular meals before the party and do not skip meals. Drink plenty of water before you go.
2) Avoid talking and socializing around the buffet or in the kitchen.
3) Watch your portion sizes. Moderation is key.
4) Eat slowly! Put your fork down between bites. Eating slower allows you to feel full when you have eaten enough.… Continue