How to keep your heart healthy?

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Heart disease and stroke are amongst the world's largest ****ers, together claiming 17.5 million lives each year. But adopting a healthy lifestyle can help you ward off heart diseases.

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Saturated fat affects blood cholesterol levels, so try to eat less full-fat dairy products, cakes, cookies, pastries and burgers. Replace these with monosaturated fats such as olive oil.

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Reducing salt intake can help reduce blood pressure. The recommended level is 6g a day for an adult.

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Make exercise a regular part of your life. Each day, do at least 30 minutes of physical activity that raises your heartbeat. Recommended activities include brisk walking, dancing and sports such as tennis and basketball.

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Drink lots of water. At least six glasses a day.