Thanks to Dr. Gregory D'Onofrio, cardiologist from Stamford Hospital, for sharing his expertise with the Stamford BetterU participants last night!
Dr. D'Onofrio discussed the importance of combining diet and exercise
to improve cardiovascular health. He focused on cholesterol levels, what
the numbers actually mean, and the long term affects the have on our
cardiovascular system. He also answered several questions about
statins, diabetes, and heredity from the BetterU participants.
More than 80% of heart disease in women can be prevented through simple lifestyle changes. That's what the BetterU program is all about. But knowing your own heart disease and stroke risk, knowing your family history and keeping track of your cholesterol and blood pressure can go a long way to avoiding heart disease and stroke.
Use the American Heart Association's Go Red Heart Checkup online tool take the to assess your main cardiovascular health risk factors. It only takes a few minutes and along with your results, you’ll receive a Personal Action Plan. Think of it as a customized guide to help you achieve your fitness and nutrition goals, live heart smart, and put an end to the No. 1 killer in women.
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