{"id":4762,"date":"2015-09-04T11:55:03","date_gmt":"2015-09-04T15:55:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blogs.butler.edu\/healthyhorizons\/?p=4762"},"modified":"2015-09-01T14:41:04","modified_gmt":"2015-09-01T18:41:04","slug":"live-better-with-lifes-simple-7-know-your-heart-score","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/blogs.butler.edu\/healthyhorizons\/uncategorized\/live-better-with-lifes-simple-7-know-your-heart-score\/","title":{"rendered":"Live better with Life’s Simple 7. Know your heart score."},"content":{"rendered":"

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\nMy Life Check\u00ae was designed by the American Heart Association with the goal of improved health by educating the public on how best to live.<\/strong> These measures have one unique thing in common: any person can make these changes, the steps are not expensive to take and even modest improvements to your health will make a big difference. Start with one or two. This simple, seven step list has been developed to deliver on the hope we all have–to live a long, productive healthy life.<\/p>\n

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It’s easy to find out your personal heart score. Get started!<\/h3>\n

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About Life\u2019s Simple 7<\/h3>\n

\"\"<\/a>Manage Blood Pressure<\/strong>
\nHigh blood pressure is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. When your blood pressure stays within healthy ranges, you reduce the strain on your heart, arteries, and kidneys which keeps you healthier longer.
\nLearn how to manage your blood pressure<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Control Cholesterol<\/strong>
\nHigh\u00a0cholesterol\u00a0contributes to plaque, which can clog arteries and lead to heart disease and stroke.\u00a0When you control your cholesterol, you are giving your arteries their best chance to remain clear of blockages.
\nLearn how to control your cholesterol<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Reduce Blood Sugar<\/strong>
\nMost of the food we eat is turned into glucose (or blood sugar) that our bodies use for energy. Over time, high levels of blood sugar can damage your heart, kidneys, eyes and nerves.
\n<\/strong>Learn how to reduce your blood sugar<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Get Active <\/strong>
\nLiving an active life is one of the most rewarding gifts you can give yourself and those you love. Simply put, daily physical activity increases your length and quality of life.
\nLearn how to\u00a0get active<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Eat Better
\n<\/strong>A healthy diet is one of your best weapons for fighting cardiovascular disease. When you eat a heart-healthy diet, you improve your chances for feeling good and staying healthy \u2013 for life!
\nLearn how to eat better<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Lose Weight<\/strong>
\nWhen you shed extra fat and unnecessary pounds, you reduce the burden on your heart, lungs, blood vessels and skeleton. You give yourself the gift of active living, you lower your blood pressure and you help yourself feel better, too.
\nLearn how to lose weight<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Stop Smoking<\/strong>
\nCigarette smokers have a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease. If you smoke, quitting is the best thing you can do for your health.
\nLearn how to stop smoking<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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