February is National Heart Month
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - February is National Heart Month, and different organizations and agencies in Jackson are working to raise awareness about heart health.
Did you know that the American Heart Association provides a comprehensive eight-step checklist designed to help you improve both your lifespan and overall heart health? This list offers valuable guidance that can make a significant difference in your well-being.
Dr. Analise Douglas, interventional cardiologist at Jackson Heart Clinic and board member at Jackson Heart Foundation, says, “Something the AHA calls Life’s Essential Eight” are things that you can do every single day to make sure that you are living a healthy lifestyle! This includes managing your blood pressure, managing your blood sugar, making sure that you’re eating well, and also make sure that you are exercising regularly.”
Life's Essential 8 are the key measures for improving and maintaining cardiovascular health, as defined by the American Heart Association. Emphasizing better cardiovascular health plays a vital role in lowering the risk for heart disease, stroke, and various other significant health issues.
By adopting the principles of “Life’s Essential 8,” you can actively work to decrease their risk of heart disease, stroke, and numerous other major health problems. This can be achieved by taking daily steps and making conscious choices to enhance cardiovascular strength!
Life's Essential 8: Your Checklist for Lifelong Good Health
BE MORE ACTIVE
QUIT TOBACCO
EAT BETTER
MANAGE WEIGHT
GET HEALTHY SLEEP
CONTROL CHOLESTEROL
MANAGE BLOOD SUGAR
MANAGE BLOOD PRESSURE
