00:00The only time your heart should be at risk is when you fall in love.
00:04Follow these lifestyle tips to best protect it and keep it healthy.
00:08Don't smoke or use tobacco.
00:11The Mayo Clinic says even second-hand smoking should be avoided at all costs.
00:16The chemicals in tobacco can damage the heart and blood vessels.
00:20And cigarette smoke reduces the oxygen in the blood, which increases blood pressure and heart rate.
00:26Because the heart has to work harder to supply enough oxygen to the body and brain.
00:31Replace that bad habit with 20 to 60 minutes of daily physical activity.
00:36Focus on treating your body like a temple.
00:39Have a heart-healthy diet and limit your intake of salt, sugar, processed foods, alcohol, saturated and trans fat.
00:48Try to maintain a healthy weight.
00:50Try Health says a BMI between 18.5 to 24.9 is considered normal.
00:56Get familiar with your family history in order to determine your risk factor for developing cardiac issues.
01:03And lastly, Health.gov says to do your best when managing stress, as chronic stress can cause heart trouble down
01:10the line.
01:11To minimize continual stress, set priorities for what is most important to you.
01:17And aim for a life-work balance.
01:20To be continued...
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