Prevention

Lifestyle changes can keep the heart healthy and may help prevent a heart attack.

• Don't smoke or use tobacco.
• Get regular exercise.
• Keep a healthy weight.
• Eat nutritious foods and use less salt and saturated fats.
• Limit alcohol.
• Manage stress.
• Control blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol.
• Get 7 to 8 hours of sleep daily.

Also it's a good idea to learn CPR and how to use an AED so you can help someone who's having a heart attack. Ask your healthcare team if any accredited first-aid training courses are available in your area.