February is a time for matters of the heart — and that includes heart health. This month is American Heart Month, and groups like the American Heart Association want to get people talking about how to prevent heart disease, the number one killer of both men and women in the United States.<\/p>\n
The risk of heart disease rises with age, especially after age 45 for men and age 55 for women. One in four Americans dies of heart disease, and it can run in families, so it is likely that you know someone who is at risk. While anyone with risk factors should be under a doctor\u2019s care, you can help support your loved ones in getting and staying healthy by putting some fun into heart-healthy habits. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) point out that regular exercise is one of the best ways to combat (more…)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" February is a time for matters of the heart — and that includes heart health. This month is American Heart Month, and groups like the American Heart Association want to get people talking about how to prevent heart disease, the…<\/span><\/p>\n
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\n1. Organize a weekly family walk.<\/strong><\/p>\n