February is Heart Health Month. According to American Heart Association,  about one of three American kids and teens are overweight or obese, nearly triple the rate in 1963. Among children today, obesity is causing a broad range of health problems that previously weren't seen until adulthood. These include high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes and elevated blood cholesterol levels. There are also psychological effects. Obese children are more prone to low self-esteem, negative body image and depression. 

However, there’s good news: Obesity can be stopped! The best part is that it doesn’t take high-tech treatments or cutting-edge medications. The solution begins and ends with the daily decisions we make. The American Heart Association is working to help kids and families live heart-healthy lives.

Be a good example for your community,  children, nieces, nephews, etc and make a pledge to yourself to actively pursue a healthy lifestyle. B

Heart disease is the number one killer of women - more than all cancers combined. Fight back and live healthy.

Do you have a heart health success story you would like to share? Share them with us!  Staying healthy is something that we all want and learn how to keep yourself and your family in good heart health! 

 

 

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