Physical activity and a heart-healthy diet can help manage CVD risk factors such as high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, obesity and diabetes. Currently, poor diet is a leading contributor (66%) to the burden of CVD and only 15% of Australians report that they meet the Australian Physical Activity guidelines of 150 min or more of moderate intensity physical activity.1,2Â
QUICK FACTS: Walking for an average of 30 minutes or more a day can lower the risk of heart disease, stroke and Type 2 diabetes 30 to 40%.3 A heart-healthy eating pattern is naturally low in saturated and trans fats, salt and added sugar and rich in wholegrains, fibre, antioxidants and unsaturated fats (omega-3 and omega-6).4 |