Beating Heart Disease Before It Starts: Simple Steps for Texans

Heart disease claims one Texan every five minutes. Yet small, consistent changes—plus guidance from a caring provider—can dramatically cut your risk.

Adapting lifestyle habits such as engaging in regular physical activity can help reduce the risk of heart disease.

Why Prevention Matters

Plaque builds up silently in your arteries for years. By the time chest pain appears, blockages may be severe. Prevention keeps arteries flexible and blood flowing.

Key Modifiable Risks

• Elevated LDL cholesterol

• High blood pressure

• Diabetes and excess weight

• Smoking

• Sedentary lifestyle

  
  

The 6-Point Prevention Plan

1. Know Your Numbers – Check blood pressure, cholesterol, and A1C yearly—or more often if already elevated.

2. Eat the Rainbow – Colorful produce provides antioxidants that protect vessel walls.

3. Swap Saturated Fats – Choose olive oil, nuts, and fish twice a week for omega-3s.

4. Exercise in Bites – Three 10-minute walks deliver the same benefits as one 30-minute session.

5. Manage Stress – Deep breathing, mindfulness, or prayer lowers cortisol and BP.

6. Stay Connected – Social support improves follow-through and mental health.

   
   

How MEM Health Promotion Services Helps

Our virtual team:

• Reviews labs and vital signs

• Create realistic meals and fitness goals

• Prescribes and refills heart meds affordably

• Checks in by video or secure chat—no travel needed

  
  

Reserve your spot and put your heart first. Book your first visit.