February is a time to turn the nation’s focus on awareness about cardiovascular disease and steps we can take to reduce the risk. With cardiovascular disease remaining the greatest health threat to Americans, awareness, education and prevention is more important now than ever before. Here are some simple steps you can incorporate to live a healthier life and reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease:

• Eat healthy, well-balanced meals.
• Exercise regularly.
• Get plenty of sleep.
• Avoid tobacco and excessive alcohol use.
• Take deep breaths and stretch regularly.
• Reduce stress.