Self-care for your heart is really self-care for your whole self. You can improve and protect your health overall when you:
Get a daily dose of physical activity, such as a brisk,30-minute walk.
Cook meals that are low in sodium and unhealthy fats.
Take your medications as prescribed and keep your medical appointments.
Sleep 7-8 hours a night.
Manage stress (Ex. meditation, yoga, a warm bath, or quiet time with a good book or funny movie.)
Try to reach or stay at a healthy weight by moving more and having snacks like fruits and veggies ready to grab when hunger hits.
Build heart-healthy activities into your daily self-care routine. Schedule things that are both good for you and important to you. You might want to set aside time to:
Cook delicious, heart-healthy recipes.
Go for a bike ride, take an online exercise class, or have a family dance party.
Make that doctor’s appointment you’ve been putting off. Many providers now offer telehealth appointments to make accessing care easier.
There are many great reasons to see a primary care doctor! Not only do primary care doctors assist in correcting your health-related concerns, but they also help you with professional medical guidance for you to start and maintain a healthy lifestyle!
