Your heart is one of the most important organs in your body. It provides it with all the nutrients and oxygen it needs to function! Taking care of our hearts is vital to living a long and healthy life. Here are steps you can take to support your heart health now, and years to come.
- Staying clear of foods that are high in cholesterol and saturated fats.
- Making sure to get at least 30 minutes of physical activity.
- Saying no and quitting tobacco use.
- Preventing and controlling diabetes.
Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death among our Indigenous people. We need to come together as a community to put forth an effort to change these high rates of heart disease! Talk with your doctor on ways to strengthen your heart today. Prioritizing your health can spark change in someone else!