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Start the month with a commitment to your heart health! Join in on National Heart Healthy Month and get tips, recipes, and more for a healthier you.
February is National Heart Healthy Month, and it's the perfect time to start taking care of your heart! It all began in 1963 when President Lyndon B. Johnson declared the first "Heart Disease Control Week," and since then, there has been an ongoing effort to promote awareness of heart health. With this special month, we can take advantage of our opportunity to learn more about how we can live a healthier lifestyle and reduce our risk of cardiovascular disease. So let's get started on improving our hearts for a better tomorrow!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1948</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Framingham Heart Study</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Framingham Heart Study begins, a long-term, ongoing cardiovascular cohort study on residents of the city of Framingham, Massachusetts, laying the groundwork for heart disease awareness and prevention.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1964</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Heart Transplant</div><div class='timeline-text'>Dr. James Hardy performs the first human heart transplant, which marked an important milestone in the development of heart disease treatment methodology.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1984</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Heart Month Initiated</div><div class='timeline-text'>President Ronald Reagan proclaims February as American Heart Month, calling upon the people of the United States to recognize the nationwide problem of heart and blood vessel diseases.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2004</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Wear Red Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The American Heart Association and the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute launched the first National Wear Red Day for Women as a way to bring national attention to the fact that heart disease is the #1 killer of women.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Dietary Guidelines Released</div><div class='timeline-text'>The U.S. government releases new dietary guidelines suggesting a healthy diet can reduce the risk of heart disease, reinforcing the importance of National Heart Healthy Month.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Eat healthy meals</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make sure to make heart-healthy meals for your family during National Heart Healthy Month. Incorporate lean proteins, whole grains, and lots of fruits and vegetables into your diet to promote a healthier heart.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go for a walk</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get out of the house and go for a walk! Walking is an easy way to get some physical activity in your life and is great exercise for your heart. Plus, it can be a great way to spend time with family or friends.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try a new exercise</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you're looking for something a little more intense than walking, why not try a new exercise? Look for a local gym or fitness studio near you and try out some new classes like yoga, swimming, or kickboxing - all of which are great for your heart.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Quit smoking</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your heart health. National Heart Healthy Month is the perfect time to take the plunge and quit smoking for good.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Check your cholesterol</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make sure to get your cholesterol checked during National Heart Healthy Month. High cholesterol can lead to serious health problems, so it's important to stay on top of it.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Heart health is essential</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Taking steps to ensure your heart health can drastically reduce the risk of developing heart conditions and help you live a longer, healthier life.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Small lifestyle changes can make a big difference</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Making small changes such as eating more fruits and vegetables, exercising regularly and quitting smoking can significantly improve heart health. During Heart Health Month, people are encouraged to adopt these healthy habits and make them a part of their day to day routines.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>The power of knowledge</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Raising awareness about the importance of heart health leads to better decisions that can have long lasting impacts on our lives. National Heart Month serves as an important reminder to take care of our hearts so that we can avoid future illnesses or complications down the road.</p></div></div>
National Heart Healthy Month is celebrated on February 1st every year. In 2024, it will occur on a Thursday.
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