Once again, I am posting something from Dr. Andrew Weil. Though it is not directly related to your skin, it is very important to maintain a positive and healthy lifestyle.
Maintaining the right mix of healthy lifestyle habits is the best way to achieve optimal cardiovascular function. Incorporate the following into your daily routine to help promote the health of your heart:
1. Exercise. Regular exercise helps maintain the health of blood vessels, strengthens the heart muscle itself, and can help reduce heart disease risk factors including high cholesterol, high blood pressure, insulin resistance, and stress. Aim for 30 minutes a day of moderate aerobic activity on most days of the week. For individual guidance, consult a personal trainer.
2. Lose weight. If you are overweight or obese, even modest weight loss can significantly lower cardiovascular risks.
3. Don't smoke. Smoking is the major preventable risk factor for heart disease, and has negative health consequences for your entire body, from your taste buds to your energy levels to your skin. Seek support and guidance in quitting.
4. Manage stress. Uncontrolled stress can raise blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and homocysteine levels. Practice breath work, meditation, guided imagery, visualization or another relaxation technique, and participate in regular moderate exercise (including yoga and T'ai chi), stay social, and laugh often.
Tip: Is your level of Vitamin D high enough. A simple blood test at your next doctor's visit can tell you. Vitamin supplements are simple to find and use. Read some of my earlier posts to learn more.
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