Ila Mar

February is American Heart Month, and in this Bobcat Update, Ila Mar reports on what you can do NOW to avoid heart problems later.

A routine check-up is a good place to start, because you can find out if there are any health issues that need to be addressed. For example, high blood pressure and cholesterol can lead to serious health problems later.
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Many college students develop bad habits -- like unhealthy eating, not exercising regularly, and excessive partying -- and such habits can lead to heart problems.
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Health officials say that eating right is essential to a healthy heart, and it's important to stay away from foods with high saturated and trans fats.
Standup: "Health experts also say that on top of eating right, it's important to stay stress free to maintain heart health. One way to also relieve stress is by going to the gym."
Exercise plays a bigger part than just building muscle; it keeps the heart pumping and your heart healthy. Too often, though, college-age students don't make heart health a priority.
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Information is readily available if you want some health improvement tips -- just set up an appointment at the health center.
SB: "Eckert…10 seconds...an appointment."
For Bobcat Update, I'm Ila Mar.