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Six Steps to Healthy Living
- By Ian Mackie
- Published 02/11/2008
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Ian Mackie
Professional bike racer, adventure photographer - http://www.mackieimages.com, sea kayaking nut, enjoy bike touring to remote and hardy places
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Six Steps to Healthy Living:
1. Stay Physically Active
People
often have misconceptions about the intensity and type of exercise
needed to produce healthy benefits. The best way to become physically
active is to find something you enjoy doing when it’s convenient for
you.
2. Eat Foods Low In Saturated Fats and Cholesterol
The American Heart Association recommends that you limit your average daily cholesterol intake to less than 300 milligrams.
3. Maintain Proper Weight
Measurement of body fat composition is the key to long-term success.
4. Have Regular Medical Checkups
You and your doctor must work together to keep your health in check.
5. Don’t Smoke or Use Other Tobacco Products
As soon as you stop smoking, your risk of heart disease and stroke starts to drop.
6. Have Your Blood Pressure Checked Regularly
High
blood pressure makes your heart work harder, which may add strain on
the heart and arteries. If you have high blood pressure, follow your
doctor’s advice about changing your diet and lifestyle habits.
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