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Quit smoking or
using tobacco
Regular
R
egular aerobic exercise reduces
t the
he amount of cigarettes you want
t to
o smoke and helps you quit.
Reduce cholesterol
& blood pressure
Exercise lowers blood pressure and
total cholesterol and increases good
cholesterol.
HEART
HEALTHY
LIFESTYLE
Research shows that people who
do aerobic exercise regularly — at
moderate intensity, 4 to 5 times a week
for 150 minutes a week — reduce their
risks of heart problems.
Maintain a
healthy weight
More activity will help shed pounds
and control blood pressure, cholesterol,
blood sugar, and aid in relaxation and
stress management.
A clear view to
heart health
The Allegheny Health
Network Cardiovascular MRI
Center at Allegheny General
Hospital Cardiovascular
Institute provides CMRIs
that give physicians a clearer
map of a patient’s heart and
circulatory system.
The CMRI is faster, safer,
less expensive, and easier
for patients, as many of the tests
are non-invasive and done
without contrast agents, X-rays,
or radiation. After one 45-
minute procedure, patients
usually receive a diagnosis in
24 hours.
For more information,
call 412-359-4631 or
412-359-8009 or visit
AHN.org/cardiovascular.
Eat right
A low-fat diet rich in fruits, vegetables,
and lean protein works with aerobic
e exercise
xercise to burn calories and
s suppress
uppress your appetite.
Control or
avoid diabetes
Consistent exercise can benefi t
blood
b
lood sugar levels.
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