Life's Simple 7

The American Heart Association has issued its " Life's Simple 7 " for cardiovascular health.

"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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