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Quit smoking or
using tobacco
Regular
R
egular aerobic exercise reduces
t the
he amount of cigarettes you want
t to
o smoke and helps you quit.
Reduce cholesterol
& blood pressure
Exercise lowers blood pressure and
total cholesterol and increases good
cholesterol.
HEART
HEALTHY
LIFESTYLE
Research shows that people who
do aerobic exercise regularly — at
moderate intensity, 4 to 5 times a week
for 150 minutes a week — reduce their
risks of heart problems.
Maintain a
healthy weight
More activity will help shed pounds
and control blood pressure, cholesterol,
blood sugar, and aid in relaxation and
stress management.
Eat right
A low-fat diet rich in fruits, vegetables,
and lean protein works with aerobic
e exercise
xercise to burn calories and
s suppress
uppress your appetite.
Control or
avoid diabetes
George Bekic, DO
Dr. Bekic is a cardiologist
specializing in aortic
disease, aortic valve disease,
arrhythmias, atrial fi brillation,
cardiac catheterization,
cardiovascular disease,
cardiovascular disorders,
carotid artery disease, and
congestive heart failure.
He is board-certifi ed
by the American Board
of Internal Medicine —
Cardiovascular Disease.
He is seeing patients at the
following location and most
insurance is accepted.
• Tri-County Cardiology
4727 Friendship Avenue
Suite 180, Cercone Building
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
Call 412.DOCTORS to
schedule an appointment.
Consistent exercise can benefi t
blood
b
lood sugar levels.
4800 Friendship Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15224