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A previously unknown virus raced around the world, rapidly emerging as one of its top killers, laying bare the inadequacies of health systems. Today, health services in all regions are struggling to both tackle COVID-19, and provide people with vital care. As I often write , making healthy food choices and getting adequate, regular physical activity is essential to maintaining health and well-being — for both the mind and the body. Moving more and making sure to get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week offers benefits far beyond just heart health.
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The Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the Physical Activity Guidelines are also indispensable references for those providing guidance on nutrition and physical activity. Move Your Way® provides ready-made communication materials to help people incorporate more physical activity into their everyday routines. Consumers may wish to explore MyHealthfinder, a consumer-oriented tool that provides plain language health content including heart health recommendations. We’ve also recently partnered with the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute to create greater awareness of the impact of heart disease on women.