1 Take a walk
If you don’t exercise at all, then a brief 10 minute walk is a great way to start. If you do exercise, it’s a good way to add more to your day.
2 Lift a light weight
Lifting a hardcover book or a two-pound weight a few times a day can help tone your arm muscles. When that becomes a breeze, move on to heavier items or join a gym.
3 Eat one extra fruit or veg a day
Fresh fruit and vegetables are relatively inexpensive, taste good and are great for everything from your brain to your bowels.
4 Make your breakfast count
Start each day with some fresh fruit and a serving of wholegrains, such as oatmeal, bran flakes or a slice of wholewheat toast.
5 Stop drinking your calories
If you cut out just one sugar-sweetened soda or calorie-laden latte, you can save more than 100 calories a day. Over a year, that can translate into an incredible 10-pound weight loss.
6 Go nuts
Walnuts, almonds, peanuts, and other nuts are good for your heart. Add them to salads or use them in place of meat in pasta dishes.
7 Sample the fruits of the sea
Eat fish or seafood instead of red meat once a week. It’s good for your heart, your brain and for your waistline too.
8 Wash your hands often
Scrubbing your hands with soap and water regularly is an excellent way to protect your heart and health. The flu, coronavirus and pneumonia can be very hard on the heart.