• don't smoke, or quit if you do. Ask your health care provider for help.
• control your blood pressure. What are healthy blood pressure numbers for you and how often should you have it checked?
• eat healthy by including plenty of whole grain products, vegetables and fruits in your diet. Choose a diet low in total fat, saturated fat, cholesterol and moderate sugars, salt and sodium. If you drink alcohol, do so in moderation. Talk to your health care provider about a heart-healthy eating plan for you.
• Lower your cholesterol to the right level, based on your personal risk. Eat foods low in cholesterol and saturated fat. Get 30 minutes of physical activity on most days of the week and control your weight. Medicines that lower cholesterol might also help. Talk to your health care provider to find out what could work for you.
• Get at least 30 minutes of physical activity on most days of the week .
• Maintain a healthy weight. Ask your health care provider what a healthy weight is for you.
• Talk with your health care provider about your heart disease risks and your family's heart disease history.
• Talk with your health care provider about whether hormone replacement therapy is right for you.

Next time, check out steps you can take for healthy bones.