Aerobic exercise, such as brisk walking, swimming, jogging or biking, gives your heart the best workout. You should exercise 30 to 60 minutes, four to six times a week. Check with your doctor before starting an exercise program. Eat a low-fat diet. Plenty of information is available to help you make healthy choices.
Food labels list nutrition information, including fat calories.
Take care of other health problems. Other health problems, such as diabetes, can contribute to heart disease. Talk to your family doctor for individual advice. Estrogen appears to help protect against heart disease by raising the level of good cholesterol and lowering the level of bad cholesterol. Women's bodies make estrogen.