Weight

Being overweight makes your heart work harder. Help manage this risk by working to maintain the body weight that is right for you.

• Eat a well-balanced diet. Eating foods high in saturated fat can raise your cholesterol count and lead to coronary artery disease. Eating too much sodium makes your body retain fluid.
• Limit fats and sweets.
• Do activities and exercise as you are able and as recommended by a health care provider.
• Eat only when you are hungry, not when you are bored, tired or feeling stressed.