Mimi's Cafe Goes Red for American Heart Month (Giveaway)

February is American Heart Month. Heart disease is the number one killer of American women. As you know, I am all about prevention. A healthy diet and regular physical activity are good ways to reduce your risk of heart disease. Based on my family history, I am definitely at risk for heart disease; that's why my lifestyle choices can't be any more important.

American Heart Month: Resources

I recently published an overview about heart disease. As a public health advocate, I am all about information dissemination. For your reference, below are websites that provide more information and resources on heart disease. Knowledge empowers people to action and hopefully, you will find these resources helpful in your journey to a heart-healthy life.

American Heart Month: Getting Heart Smart

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US and that is why February is American Heart Month. This initiative is sponsored by The American Heart Association to spread awareness about heart disease and educate Americans on how to live heart-healthy lives. I am a firm believer in the impact of preventive behavior. Despite what some believe, your lifestyle does have an influence on disease risk. Yes, genetics/biology plays a role, as well as environmental factors, but all three (genetics, environment, and lifestyle) interact with each other to cause disease. How you live your life can exacerbate any underlying genetic susceptibility you may have and heart disease is a perfect example of this model.