Recently, I came across some valuable health information that I would like to share to help you feel great all year! During February, tend to your ticker so you don't miss a beat.
Source: Self Magazine, Jan 2010 issue
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Know your numbers.For a healthy heart, your blood pressure should be less than 120/80mmHg, total cholesterol under 200 mg/dl & body mass below 25
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Sweat outside.When it's chilly, your body expends more energy and burns more calories to retain heat. Too frigid? Dance indoors:30 mins can burn 200 calories
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Eat seasonal. Winter veggies such as butternut squash and sweet potatoes are high in fiber, which keep arteries healthy by lowering blood sugar and LDL ("bad") cholesterol
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