GO RED IN FEBRUARY

During February, American Heart Month; the nation comes together, igniting a wave of red from coast to coast.  You likely have heard the importance of knowing your blood pressure and that hypertension is often called the “silent killer.”  Did you also know that new blood pressure guidelines were released and that about ONE IN SIX people don't know they have high blood pressure?  

GRAB THE REIGNS ON YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE WITH THE THREE C'S:

CHECK - know your numbers.  This includes having your blood pressure checked regularly.  That means everybody (family, friends, and you) should get their blood pressure checked by a healthcare professional.

CHANGE - Small changes can have a big impact.  Healthy for Good is a revolutionary movement to inspire you to create lasting change in your health and in your life, one small step at a time.  The approach is simple: Eat smart.  Add Color.  Move more.  Be well.  

CONTROL - Make the call and connect with your primary care provider for solutions to control your blood pressure.  Cardiovascular diseases affect nearly half of American adults, and "many are not aware their blood pressure is elevated" says Dr. Gregg C. Fonarow in an article provided by the American Heart Association News.  Read the full article here.

AHA'S Healthy Living Resources

How do you want to live? By eating smarter? Moving more? Or just having all around wellness?  Check our the American Heart Association's Healthy Living resources to: Make healthy delicious choices wherever and whenever you eat.  Incorporate more movement into your life for optimal health.  Create balance, vitality and wellbeing through self-care.