5 HABITS FOR A HEALTHY HEART

IT'S NEVER TOO LATE TO TAKE GOOD CARE OF YOUR TICKER

EAT SMART: “Looking for a heart-healthy eating plan? The Mediterranean diet might be the right fit,” says the Mayo Clinic. Emphasizing foods with healthy fats and carbohydrates can help lower heart risks from obesity, diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure. Get started by building meals around vegetables, beans and whole grains, eating fish at least twice a week, using olive oil to cook, and serving fresh fruit for dessert.