Northwell Health
Caring for Your Heart Health During Men's Health Week
For Men's Health Week, Dr. Benjamin Hirsh, co-director of our Center for Prevention and Wellness, has the tips men need to keep their hearts healthy.
The most important one: Don't ignore your symptoms!
this week is Men's Health Week heart disease is a leading cause of death for men in the US so these are some lifestyle changes you can make to prevent it maintaining a healthy weight can decrease your risk for heart disease eat a balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables and exercise for at least 30 minutes a day next know your numbers regularly checking your blood pressure and cholesterol can alert your healthc care provider of any red flags that could have an impact on your heart health of course be sure to limit your alcohol consumption and try to reduce your stress as well if you smoke it's never too late to quit most importantly do not ignore your symptoms men sometimes have the feeling of being indestructible but that's simply not true routine checkups with a primary care provider and a cardiologist can ensure your heart is working properly taking steps to improve your heart health will have a positive impact on all areas of your life so Men's Health week is a great time to get started Here's To Your Heart oh
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