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Living Better with Life’s Simple 7 American Heart Association Living Better with Life’s Simple 7 TM 1

Living Better with Life’s Simple 7 American Heart Association What if you had a guide … To guarantee you a longer life? To prevent heart disease? To feel stronger and healthier now and later? To provide a better quality of life as you invest in your relationships and life goals? 2

Living Better with Life’s Simple 7 American Heart Association Our Goal: To improve the cardiovascular health of all Americans by 20 percent while reducing deaths from cardiovascular disease and stroke by 20 percent. Live Better. Embrace Health with Life’s Simple Seven. 3 Our Mission: Building healthier lives free of cardiovascular disease & stroke. Life’s Simple 7 TM

Living Better with Life’s Simple 7 American Heart Association From Clyde Yancy, M.D. We know what it takes to save lives, but heart disease and stroke are still leading causes of death. Why not embrace your best health potential? Research shows those who can reach cardiovascular wellness goals by age 50 can expect to live another 40 years free from heart disease and stroke! What are those wellness goals? Life’s Simple 7 … And anyone can reach them! 4

Living Better with Life’s Simple 7 American Heart Association My Life Check We’ve simplified healthy living -– 7 things to measure and track. 5

Living Better with Life’s Simple 7 American Heart Association Manage Blood Pressure High blood pressure is the single most significant risk factor for heart disease! 1 out of every 3 American Adults have HBP, and many are unaware. 6 Why? Know your numbers Track your progress Learn healthy habits for eating well & staying active. Take Action!

Living Better with Life’s Simple 7 American Heart Association Get Active People who exercise have better health than those who do not. 7 Make your decision to get moving. Choose activities you can enjoy. Why? Take Action!

Living Better with Life’s Simple 7 American Heart Association Control Cholesterol When there’s too much cholesterol in your blood, you are at major risk for heart disease and stroke. 8 Why? Follow your healthcare provider’s advice. Make health food choices. Get active. Take Action!

Living Better with Life’s Simple 7 American Heart Association Eat Better A variety of heart-healthy nutrition keeps you living at your best health potential. 9 Say yes to: Lots of fruits and vegetables Whole grain carbohydrates Fat-free and low-fat dairy products Fish with omega-3 fatty acids Say no to: Foods and beverages with added sugar Products high in sodium Why? Take Action!

Living Better with Life’s Simple 7 American Heart Association Lose Weight A BMI of less than 25 is optimal for cardiovascular health. 10 For effective weight loss, start here: Choose to invest your energy on the task, not feeling guilty Know your BMI Know how many calories you need The weight-loss plan: Reduce calories in: plan your food choices and stick with your plan Increase calories out: engage in regular physical activity, minutes per day Why? Take Action!

Living Better with Life’s Simple 7 American Heart Association Don’t Smoke Smoking is the number one modifiable cause of death. 11 Why not? Talk with your healthcare provider Focus on the rewards Plan your response to roadblocks Take Action!

Living Better with Life’s Simple 7 American Heart Association Reduce Blood Sugar High blood sugar encourages the growth of the plaque in your arteries and increases your risk for diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. 12 Why? Take Action! Make good food choices Commit to regular physical activity Maintain a healthy weight

Living Better with Life’s Simple 7 American Heart Association Why do you need a Life’s Simple 7 success plan? Without a plan, you will likely experience: Increased risk for heart disease and stroke Increased likelihood of illness & disability Increased need for surgeries, medications & treatments Reduced quality of life 13

Living Better with Life’s Simple 7 American Heart Association With a Success Plan, Every Step Counts Toward Your Goal But with Life’s Simple Seven, you can KNOW you’re taking care of yourself to reach your best health potential for yourself and for those you love. Together, we’re building a healthier future, one heart at a time! 14