When talking about heart health, being at a healthy weight and having good exercise habits can have a huge impact. According to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, a healthy weight for adults is generally a body mass index between 18.5 and 24.9. Having a conversation with your healthcare provider can help you learn what your BMI means for your body and your current health conditions. Following a hearthealthy eating plan like we discussed last week in the column and being physically active are some ways to help you achieve and maintain your healthy weight.
