Food, Nutrition & Health

February is American Heart Month

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, but it can often be prevented. Adopting a heart-healthy lifestyle can help you reduce the risk of heart disease and its risk factors. Take action to protect your heart by following these tips from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute:

• Get Enough Quality Sleep
• Eat Better
• Stop Smoking
• Maintain a Healthy Weight
• Be More Active
• Control Cholesterol
• Manage Stress
• Practice Self-Care & Find Social Support
• Manage Blood Sugar
• Control Blood Pressure

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Additional resources:  

https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/heart-healthy-liv...

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Last updated January 30, 2026