Whether you plan to celebrate on your own or with someone special on Valentine's Day, give the gift of health to yourself and your loved one. Below are tips to help keep you and those you care about safe and healthy on Valentine's Day and all year long.
Be heart-healthy.
February is American Heart Month, so Valentine's Day is a great time to start taking heart-healthy steps. Control and prevent risk factors for heart disease to be a healthy valentine all year long. Prevent and control high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, and diabetes. Avoid smoking and secondhand smoke. Limit alcohol use. Maintain a healthy weight, be active, and eat healthy.
Does your valentine have allergies, asthma, diabetes, or other health conditions? Are they on a diet? Find out if certain foods, flowers, pets, stuffed animals, or other items might affect your loved one's health before you buy gifts, prepare food, or plan activities.