Eat a low-fat diet . Reducing the fat in your diet can help you shed unwanted pounds and preserve healthy arteries. Making the initial change is often harder than sticking with it. Many people are surprised that they lose their taste for fattier foods once they eliminate them from their diet. Get a good guide, such as an American Heart Association cookbook, and take the suggestions to heart.
Regular exercise is a chore for everyone, whether an athlete or couch potato.
The trick is to make it a habit, and do it whether you feel like it or not. Think of an exercise session as something your doctor ordered, like a medication you must have. Aim for at least 30 minutes of aerobic exercise three to four times each week. A brisk walk will do it. Know your cholesterol.