Taking care of your health is a very important thing, especially if you care for others and want to be around for your family in the long-term.

For women, there are a few top health concerns that come to mind. If you are looking for ways to prevent health issues down the road, here are a couple issues to take a look at and see what changes you might need to make for prevention’s sake.

Heart Disease

More women die of heart disease each year in the United States than from any other cause. That makes this topic especially relevant to your health. What can you do to prevent heart disease? Eat a diet that is heart healthy. We recommend a Mediterranean diet to help with that. Stay physically active. Don’t smoke or drink alcohol. Controlling your weight and diabetes are also two other really important things you can do to help prevent getting heart disease in the future.

Breast Cancer

This kind of cancer doesn’t have to be deadly if caught early enough. To prevent it, you have to be active physically, avoid smoking, don’t drink too much alcohol, keep your weight normal, and know if you are genetically prone to this type of cancer.

Stroke

This is a very serious illness as it can result in your body being destabilized and can lead to death. There are many risk factors for stroke. To prevent this, you have to limit your risk and know what is good for you. Always be responsible for the condition of your body.

Many of the top concerns of women’s health issues can be prevented with proper care and attention to your body.

For a team of experts that support your health as a woman, The Center For True Harmony Wellness and Medicine is here to help. Request an appointment today.