Maximize Your Heart Health with These Foods

Happy February! January was a long year, but we made it!

February is the month of love and all things heart-related. Many associate the month of February with hearts because of Valentine’s Day. Did you know February is American Heart Month?

The Importance of the Human Heart

As everyone knows, their human heart is one of the most vital organs. It acts as a pumping station, supplying blood to our body’s organs and tissues. The heart pumps about 2,000 gallons of blood day!

The Cold Heart Facts

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the U.S. Every year, an estimated 647,000 Americans die from heart disease. In other words, heart disease accounts for 1 in every 4 deaths.

Coronary heart disease is the most common type of heart disease and over 18 million adults (age 20 and older) have it.

Every 40 seconds, someone in the U.S. has a heart attack. Every year, roughly 805,000 Americans have a heart attack. Heart attacks pose a serious danger and can be life-threatening.

While everyone should practice healthy habits regularly for good heart health, this month especially reminds us to take good care of our heart.

Heart-healthy Eating

There are many factors that put individuals at risk for cardiovascular diseases, such as family history, age, and lifestyle. While you can’t control the first two, you can control your lifestyle.

Eating a healthful diet can go a long way in keeping your heart healthy. Pair it with regular exercise and you can substantially reduce the risk of getting heart disease.

Boost your heart health by adding these foods to your daily diet.