February is heart-healthy month! It’s a great time of year to think about how you treat one of the most important organs in your body. Your heart is responsible for pumping nutrient-filled blood throughout your body. [2] The intricate weaving of your circulatory system—when taken proper care of—works amazingly! However, many Americans do not treat their hearts properly. In fact, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. Some examples of this kind of disease include:
- Heart Attacks
- Strokes
- Heart Failure
- Arrhythmia[3]
This month, place a special emphasis on heart health in your work environment. Encourage your employees to commit to keeping their hearts in tip-top shape by following these heart-healthy tips:
- Manage your weight. Obesity tends to lead to heart disease!
- Yoga, daily walking, and other exercises help the mind and heart!
- Control your cholesterol. Eating fatty, processed foods too much will cause a buildup of plaque in your arteries. Do yourself a favor and trade those fries for a salad.
- Stay away from tobacco. Smoking doesn’t just affect your lungs; it is the leading cause of premature heart attacks.
- Manage your stress levels. Stress places unnecessary strain on your heart. Take a deep breath and relax!
- Get plenty of exercise! Being active will help strengthen your heart and help to improve your metabolism by controlling your cholesterol and blood sugar levels.[4]
For more information on how you can bring wellness and mobile chair massage into the lives of your employees, contact us!
Sources:
[2] http://www.livescience.com/34655-human-heart.html
[3] http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Caregiver/Resources/WhatisCardiovascularDisease/What-is-Cardiovascular-Disease_UCM_301852_Article.jsp#
[4] http://heartdisease.about.com/od/reducingcardiacrisk/a/How-To-Keep-Your-Heart-Healthy.htm
