Support the Fight against Heart Disease in Women - Wear Red on February 6th
By Kara Sibilia
Heart disease is mostly preventable. Stop it before it starts. Here are some heart-healthy tips that we, as mothers, can apply to ourselves and our families:
1. Exercise - increase your activity level, exercises (like walking, yoga, or playing with your kids) not only improve your cardiovascular health, but reduce stress and increase energy
2. Eat Well – consume a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lean meats and proteins, and omega-3 fatty acids (in foods like salmon and leafy greens); limit sodium and saturated fat
3. Get Regular Check-Ups - include cholesterol, blood pressure and body mass index (BMI) checks
5. Quit Smoking – enough said
6. Educate Yourself – the more you know about the signs and risk factors of heart disease, the more empowered you are to make the right choices for your health
“Go Red” and join women of all ages in the fight against heart disease. Wear red on National Wear Red Day - Friday, Feb. 6, 2009. Choose your own red fashion – whatever you want - a scarf, a t-shirt (or nail polish!), or visit SHOPHEART.org to purchase Go Red For Women clothing and accessories. To register as a Wear Red Day coordinator or to donate go to GoRedForWomen.org.
If you are a survivor of heart disease, Go Red For Women wants to hear your story. Open casting calls will be held on February 6th for the chance to become a spokeswoman for the cause. Visit GoRedForWomen.org for casting call rules and to submit stories online.
Research and statistics from GoRedForWomen.org
Kara Sibilia, mother of one, is a freelance writer based in New Jersey who enjoys writing about beauty, health, fashion and motherhood. To contact Kara, please email kara_sibilia@yahoo.com.
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Here’s a scary fact - one out of three women dies of heart disease, yet many are unable to properly identify the risk factors and warning signs. The American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women® promotes awareness and understanding of the seriousness of cardiovascular disease in women. This movement connects millions of women, and helps fund research and educational programs to protect women’s heart health. |
Heart disease is mostly preventable. Stop it before it starts. Here are some heart-healthy tips that we, as mothers, can apply to ourselves and our families:
1. Exercise - increase your activity level, exercises (like walking, yoga, or playing with your kids) not only improve your cardiovascular health, but reduce stress and increase energy
2. Eat Well – consume a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lean meats and proteins, and omega-3 fatty acids (in foods like salmon and leafy greens); limit sodium and saturated fat
3. Get Regular Check-Ups - include cholesterol, blood pressure and body mass index (BMI) checks
5. Quit Smoking – enough said
6. Educate Yourself – the more you know about the signs and risk factors of heart disease, the more empowered you are to make the right choices for your health
“Go Red” and join women of all ages in the fight against heart disease. Wear red on National Wear Red Day - Friday, Feb. 6, 2009. Choose your own red fashion – whatever you want - a scarf, a t-shirt (or nail polish!), or visit SHOPHEART.org to purchase Go Red For Women clothing and accessories. To register as a Wear Red Day coordinator or to donate go to GoRedForWomen.org.
If you are a survivor of heart disease, Go Red For Women wants to hear your story. Open casting calls will be held on February 6th for the chance to become a spokeswoman for the cause. Visit GoRedForWomen.org for casting call rules and to submit stories online.
Research and statistics from GoRedForWomen.org
Kara Sibilia, mother of one, is a freelance writer based in New Jersey who enjoys writing about beauty, health, fashion and motherhood. To contact Kara, please email kara_sibilia@yahoo.com.
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