I/We the undersigned, in celebration of National Cholesterol Education Month 2007, pledge to do at least three of the following to help lower my/our cholesterol and reduce my/our risk for heart disease:
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To know my/our cholesterol numbers, including total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, and triglycerides. |
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To find out what my/our 10-year risk for heart disease is and to find out what my/our LDL cholesterol goal should be. |
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To read food labels at the grocery store and to purchase primarily foods that are low in saturated fat, trans fat, and cholesterol. |
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To pay more attention to hidden saturated fat, trans fat, and cholesterol in baked goods and foods eaten on the run. |
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To learn what my/our body mass index is and to lose weight, if overweight, and to take measures to maintain a healthy weight. |
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To participate in physical activity of moderate intensity — like brisk walking — for at least 30 minutes on most or all days of the week. On days when I/we don’t have time, I/we will do the activity in three, 10-minute segments during the day. |
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To remain tobacco-free or, if I/we smoke, pick a quit date and ask my/our healthcare provider for help with quitting. |
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