HEART UK, the UK’s cholesterol charity, is passionate about preventing premature deaths caused by high cholesterol and cardiovascular disease.
Cholesterol is the single greatest risk factor for heart disease, the UK’s biggest killer. Worryingly, the vast majority of UK adults have unhealthy levels of cholesterol. However, for many people, cholesterol levels can be reduced and maintained at a healthy level just by making some simple changes to diet and lifestyle.
A good diet, rich in fruit, vegetables, and wholegrain cereals and low in saturated fat and salt is a key part of managing raised cholesterol, as well as maintaining a healthy cholesterol level. Read More
Top Tips for a Healthy Heart in 2010
In this video, Dr. Sarah Jarvis, Chair of HEART UK’s Healthcare Committee and GP for BBC’s The One Show , shares 7 top tips for a healthy heart in 2010. These are (1) Know why your cholesterol level matters, (2) Get your cholesterol checked, (3) Know what your numbers mean, (4) Take action if you’re at risk, (5) Shed excess weight, (6) Do some exercise, and (7) Watch what you eat.
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