Though it won't turn heads at the beach, your heart is the main muscle you must keep in top shape. Heart disease is the leading cause of death among women, according to a study.
First step: Shrink your muffin top. Fat in the belly, more than any other area, to hardening of the arteries, which can lead to heart disease. Thin your middle by avoiding processed foods - the transfats they contain create more belly blubber than other forms of dietary fat.
It is also recommended getting blood pressure and cholesterol checked at least once during your twenties- more often if you have a family history of heart disease or if your numbers are high (your BP shoudn't top 120/80, and your total cholesterol should be under 200). Left unchecked, high cholesterol and blood pressure can clog your arteries and increase your risk for a heart attack later on.
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