Aspirin use: Talk with your health care provider about taking this with
or without other antiplatelet drugs
ACE inhibitor or ARB agent, as prescribed
Avoid tobacco and secondhand smoke
B
Blood pressure ideally under 120/80
Low-sodium (low-salt) diet
Regular exercise
Beta-blocker, as prescribed
BMI 25 or less — maintain a healthy weight
C
Cardiac rehabilitation: Recommended if you have stable angina (heart pain),
or if you have had a heart attack, angioplasty and stent placement, heart
bypass surgery, heart valve surgery, and heart transplant surgery
Cholesterol control: LDL cholesterol goal is less than 70 for most people
with coronary artery disease
Check cholesterol 6 to 8 weeks after starting or changing treatment
Follow up with your local health care provider
D
Dietary habits — Low in calories, saturated fat, cholesterol, and sodium
Whole grains
5+ servings fruits/vegetables
Lean, healthy proteins
Small amount of healthy fats (such as unsalted nuts, olive oil, etc.)
Diabetes control
Exercise as instructed
Follow prescribed diet
Maintain good control of blood sugar (hemoglobin A1C 7.0% or less)
Depression and stress management
E
Exercise 30+ minutes at least five days per week
F
Follow up with your health care provider for management of heart disease
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