What's Your Cardiovascular Age?

Did you know that your heart may be older than you are? Ok, not actually older than you are, but if you have certain risk factors like diabetes, elevated cholesterol, or high body mass index (BMI), your heart can be so burdened that it functions older than your biological age (meaning, not as well)! When our heart is burdened with modifiable risk factors like blood sugar irregularities, or high cholesterol, it has to fight an uphill battle, making you more susceptible to coronary artery disease and an adverse event like a heart attack or stroke! Nobody wants that! The good news is that you can do something about it, and this is your superpower! 

First, find out your cardiovascular age by completing the free 5-minute quiz HERE. 

While some of the risk factors are unmodifiable like our gender and age, if your heart is older than you are, here are some of the ways you can "reverse the ravages of time" include: 
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• Stop smoking
• Lower your "bad" cholesterol (Called LDL or low-density lipoprotein)
• Increase your "good" cholesterol (Called HDL or high-density lipoprotein) 
• Normalize your blood pressure
• Manage your blood sugar
• Optimize your weight
• Exercise appropriate to your health needs 

As a naturopathic doctor, I am an expert in helping people accomplish these goals, which helps folks feel and function better, and live a longer, healthier life! To learn more, please contact me through my online contact form and let me help you reclaim your youthful heart!