"Ideal cardiovascular health for adults is defined by the presence of these seven health measures, known as "Life's Simple 7":
- Never smoked or quit more than one year ago;
- Body mass index less than 25 kg/m2;
- Physical activity of at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous intensity each week;
- Four to five of the key components of a healthy diet consistent with current American Heart Association guideline recommendations;
- Total cholesterol of less than 200 mg/dL;
- Blood pressure below 120/80 mm Hg;
- Fasting blood glucose less than 100 mg/dL."
Use the Body Mass Index Calculator to determine or Body Mass Index.
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