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Luke Freeman and Gabe Osho both scored their first goals for the club as Luton won at Cardiff City for the second successive season with a terrific victory this evening.

Although a late strike by Romaine Sawyers led to some nerves jangling in the final moments, Nathan Jones' side have now taken seven points from nine, climbing to ninth in the table.

Hatters boss Nathan Jones went with an unchanged side from the team who drew 1-1 with Sheffield United on Friday night, although midfielder Henri Lansbury replaced Admiral Muskwe on the bench.

The visitors started by far the brighter, with the ball almost exclusively in and around the Bluebirds penalty area during the opening five minutes, although it wouldn't quite drop for a clear-cut opportunity.

After Reece Burke required treatment for a head injury when landing heavily following an aerial duel, it seemed to puncture Town's early momentum, the hosts switched on far quicker from the restart, Max Watters' low attempt drawing a smart save from Ethan Horvath who got down well to parry behind.

Cardiff then had another opportunity which they might well have done better from, the visitors defence caught out by a header and Sheyi Ojo lofting over from close range with Horvath diving straight at him.

Niels Nkounkou dragged wide from 25 yards on 14 minutes too as Town's early dominance had definitely faded.

Midway through the first period, the game then became stretched, Elijah Adebayo stealing in ahead of Ryan Allsop to reach a backpass, but the keeper was able to shut the angles down and close out any shot.

Play was immediately transferred to the other end, with Ojo 20 yards from goal, his curler narrowly falling wide of the target.

Back came Luton once more, Morris beating the offside trap, much to the annoyance of the home supporters in line with the referee's assistant, and after cutting inside his man, went for goal rather than try to locate a team-mate, Allsop spreading himself well.

The game calmed down somewhat, Joe Ralls whizzing one just over the top from 25 yards after a Hatters counter had broken down.

Town were then able to gain a modicum of control, shutting down any Bluebirds breaks, and with Morris holding the ball up impressively, able to wrest the initiative back, Adebayo just not able to reach Bell's searching cross at the far post.

Boss Jones made one change at the break, bringing on Fred Onyedinma for his first minutes of the season in place of Burke, the sub going to wingback as James Bree dropped into the back three.

The move paid instant dividends as the sub was found by an exquisite crossfield pass by Clark, and set about running at his marker Nkounkou to reach the byline and deliver a pinpoint ball that Freeman volleyed past Allsop for his first goal in Luton colours.

Mark Harris sliced miles over as Cardiff tried to respond, while Ralls gave up when a throughball would have picked him out after rolling under Clark's foot, Mahlon Romeo also off target.

With home keeper Allsop looking far ambitious in possession than he was during his Wycombe days, the hosts tried to play out from a goal kick, only to find Luton's press alive to the situation, Morris curling inches wide of a third in as many games.

Town did double their advantage on 62 minutes though when Onyedinma was able to win a free kick on the right flank and Bree swung a magnificent set-piece which could have been converted by a number of unmarked Town players.

Dan Potts wasn't quite able to, but there were still two left at the back post who were, Osho, only just on for Freeman, prodding home just before Tom Lockyer could do so, wheeling away to celebrate in front of the joyous away end.

With Allsop continuing to come out of his are with regularity, the stopper almost lost out to Adebayo, Morris trying his luck from fully 45 yards, the home keeper able to backpedal and coolly bring down on his thigh.

City's efforts continued to look more in hope rather than expectation, Andy Rinomhota tamely wide from the edge of the box.

Town then won a free kick which first team coach Alan Sheehan would have loved to take, scoring from an almost exact position in the stadium three years ago, as this time Bree stepped up, whipping an effort only just over the top.

City poured forward in an attempt to try and halve the deficit, but were met by a Town defence determined not to be breached, Bree producing an absolutely wonderful block to prevent Jaden Philogene from beating Horvath, when he appeared destined to do so.

The hosts gave themselves a lifeline when they finally did have their radar on with six minutes left, Sawyers picking up a poor clearance and rifling into the bottom corner from 25 yards.

Jones brought on Cauley Woodrow and Luke Berry to try and shore up his side for the closing moments, but Cardiff might have been on level terms, a bouncing cross catching Town's defence out once more, Jaden Philogene twisting but unable to keep his header down.

Rather than that led a grand crescendo for Cardiff, Luton managed to impose themselves once more, with Woodrow seeing plenty of the ball, and from his flick, fellow replacement Cameron Jerome should have put the result beyond doubt, only for Nkounkou to make a terrific sliding challenge.

With the Bluebirds remaining intent on passing it out from the back, a poor sideways ball that went straight out was gleefully seized on by Luton as they made it two wins from three with yet another brilliant away day in Wales.

Bluebirds: Ryan Allsop, Mahlon Romeo, Ryan Wintle, Joe Ralls (C, Rubin Colwill 59), Sheyi Ojo, Cedric Kipre, Mark Harris, Andy Rinomhota (Romaine Sawyers 70), Max Watters (Jaden Philogene 59), Niels Nkounkou, Perry Ng.

Subs not used: Jak Alnwick, Joel Bagan, Gavin Whyte, Jack Simpson.

Hatters: Ethan Horvath, James Bree, Reece Burke (Fred Onyedinma 46), Tom Lockyer, Dan Potts (C), Amari'i Bell, Allan Campbell (Luke Berry 87), Luke Freeman (Gabe Osho 56), Jordan Clark, Carlton Morris (Cameron Jerome 69), Elijah Adebayo (Cauley Woodrow 87).

Subs not used: Matt Macey, Henri Lansbury.

Referee: James Linington.

Booked: Freeman 21, Adebayo 43, Osho 63.

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Onel Hernandez was Norwich Citys hero as they made it four straight wins with a last-gasp 2-1 victory against Birmingham at St Andrews. Hernandez, who spent the second half of last season on loan with Blues, swept home the winner in the third minute of second-half stoppage time.

The 29-year-old Cuban wingers first goal since scoring for Birmingham in a 3-0 win against Luton on February 12 came after Scott Hogans clinical strike five minutes after the break was cancelled out by Andrew Omobamideles equaliser in the 63rd minute. Hernandezs winner made it a happy return to the second city for former Aston Villa manager Dean Smith, now in charge of the East Anglian outfit.

Before kick-off Blues announced the signing of West Ham left-back Emmanuel Longelo on a season-long loan. The 21-year-old was at St Andrews to watch the game.

Blues right-back Josh Williams was yellow-carded early on for a lunging foul on Kenny McLean and he was swiftly followed into referee Keith Strouds notebook by Norwich midfielder Kieran Dowell for holding Juninho Bacuna.

Dowell had the first chance, side-footing wide unmarked from 12 yards out from Max Aarons cross. It took a fine intervention by Blues on-loan Wolves defender Dion Sanderson to block the danger as Sam Byram shaped to shoot following a loose ball.

That seemed to spark Norwich into life. Josh Sargents cross-shot was hacked off the line by Auston Trusty after the striker wriggled through and rounded former Norwich goalkeeper John Ruddy.

Blues took the lead in the 50th minute with their first effort on goal. Hogan tapped home from Bacunas left-wing cross, which flicked up off Aarons after Jordan Grahams chip into space down the line. It was the strikers second goal of the season. Four minutes later Blues captain Troy Deeney crashed a fierce, rising drive over the bar from Williams cutback from the right.

Norwich drew level in the 63rd minute when centre back Omobamidele scrambled home. Ruddy brilliantly tipped away Marcelino Nunezs curling free-kick, but from the loose ball, Sargent won a couple of headers as it bobbled around a crowded six-yard box before the Republic of Ireland defender slotted home.

Norwich should have scored again soon after but Teemu Pukki side-footed wide from a pullback from fellow substitute Hernandez. The Blues went close to a winner when Marc Roberts header from a corner was hacked away by Pukki.

But Hernandez rewarded late Norwich pressure when he finished low past Ruddy after latching onto Pukkis pass into space after a long ball flicked off Roberts.

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Sheffield United moved top of the EFL Championship in commanding fashion with a 4-0 win over former leaders Reading. A clash between the top two sides in the division had looked an enticing prospect, but the home side cruised to a one-sided victory at Bramall Lane.

Oli McBurnie opened the scoring with a header from Max Lowes superb cross after 11 minutes and Anel Ahmedhodzic volleyed home from a corner just seconds into the second period.

Iliman Ndiaye put the result beyond doubt shortly after the hour mark and Ahmedhodvic completed the rout with a glancing header 10 minutes from time.

Readings miserable evening saw them slip to fifth in the table thanks to wins for Norwich, Burnley and Watford.

Watford also enjoyed a last-gasp winner at home to Middlesbrough as the club celebrated 100 years of football at Vicarage Road.

Rodrigo Muniz gave the visitors the lead after just four minutes of his full debut, only for Ismaila Sarr to equalise and Vakoun Bayo to fire home the winner in stoppage time.

Burnley had looked set to move second thanks to Brazilian defender Vitinhos close-range header in the 62nd minute and Jay Rodriguez stabbing home the second 10 minutes later in a 2-0 win over Millwall.

QPR complete the play-off places following a comfortable 3-1 win over Hull at Loftus Road.

Ilias Chair curled a superb opener into the top corner after just 10 minutes and goals from Manchester United loanee Ethan Laird and Chris Willock put the result beyond doubt before Tyler Smiths late consolation.

Second-half strikes from Luke Freeman and substitute Gabriel Osho gave Luton a 2-1 win at Cardiff, with Romaine Sawyers drilling home six minutes from time to set up a tense finish.

The only draw of the evening was between Wigan and West Brom, an early Josh Magennis strike cancelled out by Karlan Grant for the Baggies.

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Healthy eating and exercise habits before or after diagnosis with Parkinson's disease (PD) could cut mortality risk significantly, new research suggests.

In a population-based prospective cohort study, participants with the healthiest eating and exercise regimen prior to diagnosis reduced their all-cause mortality risk by 49%, while those who adopted healthy habits after diagnosis were 65% less likely to die, compared with those who had the worst pre- and post-diagnosis habits.

The study is the largest to date to examine the association of overall diet quality and physical activity with survival in patients with PD.

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"We found that diet and physical activity levels before Parkinson disease clinical onset were associated with the risk of mortality afterwards, which means lifestyle habits could have a long-term effect on human health," lead investigator Xinyuan Zhang, PhD, a postdoctoral fellow at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, told Medscape Medical News.

The findings were published online August 19 in JAMA Network Open.

While earlier studies have also demonstrated a link between a healthy diet and decreases in early PD symptoms, the new research tracked the long-term benefits of both diet and exercise.

For the study, researchers analyzed data from 1251 participants (52.1% men; mean age at diagnosis, 73.4 years) in the Health Professionals Follow-up Study and the Nurses' Health Study who developed PD.

The Alternative Healthy Eating Index was used to assess overall diet quality. Physical activity was measured from questionnaires and metabolic equivalent task hours per week.

Information on mortality, the primary outcome, was gathered from the National Death Index. During the 32- to 34-year follow up, 942 patients died.

In the pooled analysis, mortality risk was 31% lower among those with the highest diet scores before diagnosis compared with those who had the lowest scores (adjusted hazard ration [aHR], 0.69; P = .002). Healthy diet after diagnosis was associated with 43% lower mortality (aHR, 0.57; P < .001).

In addition, mortality risk was 29% lower for participants with the highest scores for regular physical activity before diagnosis than for those with the lowest scores (aHR, 0.71; P = .004). Similar benefits were found for those with the highest exercise score post-diagnosis (aHR, 0.47; P < .001).

A joint analysis revealed that patients with the highest scores for healthy diet and physical activity had the lowest mortality risk pre-diagnosis (aHR, 0.51; 95% CI, 0.36-0.73) and after diagnosis (aHR, 0.35; 95% CI, 0.23-0.52).

There were no significant differences in outcomes between men and women.

The findings suggest that healthy habits, whether they come before or after diagnosis, have protective survival benefits in patients with PD, the investigators noted.

"It is never too late to start," Zhang said.

In an accompanying editorial, Beate R. Ritz, MD, PhD and Kimberly C. Paul, PhD, both from the University of California, Los Angeles, write that the study findings "not only reinforce the public health recommendations to engage in these behaviors for staying healthy in general but also add to a growing body of evidence of such behaviors providing protection against PD-related neurodegeneration specifically."

The implications of these findings for clinicians and patients are significant, and suggest that "health professionals need to encourage patients to maintain a healthy lifestyle to, at a minimum, reduce mortality risk, which is higher in individuals with PD than those without PD in the same age range," they write.

One question not answered, however, is whether the decreased mortality and other health benefits from a healthy diet and exercise among patients with PD are greater than those found among age-matched individuals without PD, the editorialists note.

They add that researchers also didn't address the mechanisms that lead to the protective effects of diet and exercise in these patients.

Still, there's no reason clinicians should not offer recommendations on diet and lifestyle to patients on the basis of this new research, Ritz and Paul write.

"Such professional guidance has the added advantage of giving many patients with PD a measure of control over their lives by engaging in activities that improve not only their disease outcome but also their quality of life and life expectancy," they add.

The study was funded by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. Zhang, Ritz, and Paul report no relevant financial relationships.

JAMA Netw Open. Published online August 19, 2022. Full text. Editorial.

Kelli Whitlock Burton is a reporter for Medscape Medical News who covers psychiatry and neurology.

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An expanding waistline might not seem like a big deal, but it is because it could indicate you have a deadly fat inside you called visceral fat that's been linked to stroke, heart disease, diabetes, some cancers and more. Visceral fat is hidden deep in your abdomen and it wraps around your vital organs. You can't see or feel it, but one indication you have it is by excess belly fat. So by getting rid of belly fat, you can lose visceral fat. A balanced diet and exercising at least 150 minutes a week per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's guidelines is the most effective way. But according to Dr. Tomi Mitchell, a Board-Certified Family Physician with Holistic Wellness Strategies there are other unconventional ways to consider. "Belly fat can be a stubborn and pesky problem. Although many methods are advertised for getting rid of it, not all are effective. It is important to note that none of these methods substitute for healthy living with proper diet and exercise. Here are four uncommon methods for banishing belly fat." Read onand to ensure your health and the health of others, don't miss these Sure Signs You've Already Had COVID.

Dr. Mitchell says, "Belly fat can be troublesome for several reasons. First and foremost, it can indicate poor health. Excess fat around the waistline is linked to higher heart disease, diabetes, and certain types of cancer. Additionally, carrying extra weight in the belly can make it difficult to wear certain types of clothing. For example, tight-fitting jeans or a form-fitting dress can be uncomfortable and even painful when there's too much belly bulge. And let's be honest: having a little extra weight around the middle doesn't do much for one's self-esteem. Fortunately, there are several ways to lose belly fat and improve one's health. A combination of diet and exercise is usually the best approach, but certain supplements can help. People can improve their health and feel better about themselves by taking action to lose belly fat."6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e

Dr. Mitchell tells us, "Sustained cold therapy (cryotherapy) over prolonged periods might be an effective method to eliminate body fat. Applying ice to the area can help to decrease inflammation and reduce the size of fat cells. However, one must be aware of some risks, such as tingling, numbness, and skin irritation. This cold therapy, or cryolipolysis, is the idea behind the popular fat trimming, non-surgical procedure, CoolSculpting."

Dr. Mitchell states, "Cellulite is a common cosmetic concern, especially for women. Fat deposits push against the connective tissue under the skin, causing the skin to dimple. While there is no sure-fire way to get rid of cellulite, some treatments can help reduce its appearance. Dry brushing is one such treatment. The act of dry brushing involves using a soft-bristled brush to massage the skin in a circular motion. This helps to break down cellulite and promote circulation. As a result, dry brushing can help to reduce the appearance of cellulite temporarily. However, it should be noted that dry brushing will not permanently remove cellulite or lead to weight loss. Instead, it should be considered part of a comprehensive cellulite-reduction plan that includes diet and exercise."

Dr. Mitchell explains, "Body rolling is a type of self-massage that uses a foam roller or tennis ball to alleviate muscle pain and tension. Athletes often use it to prevent injuries and improve flexibility. However, body rolling can also benefit those who suffer from bloating and stomach pain. The roller's pressure can help break up adhesions and knots in the muscles, which can lead to reduced pain and discomfort. In addition, body rolling can help to improve circulation and reduce inflammation. As a result, it can be an effective way to reduce bloating and stomach pain. Although body rolling will not directly remove fat, it can help slim the stomach area's appearance by lowering bloatedness and improving muscle tone."

"Cupping is an ancient Chinese therapy that uses suction cups to promote blood flow and break up stagnation," Dr. Mitchell says. "The suction cups are placed on the skin, and the therapist may use massage or acupuncture needles to stimulate the area. Cupping is said to help with various ailments, including pain, inflammation, and digestive issues. In recent years, cupping has gained popularity in reducing belly fat. The suction cups are placed on the stomach, and the therapist may use massage or acupuncture needles to stimulate the area. Cupping is said to help break up stagnation and promote blood flow, which can help to reduce belly fat. Cupping is a safe and effective therapy that can be used to help improve overall health and well-being."

Dr. Mitchell says this "doesn't constitute medical advice and by no means are these answers meant to be comprehensive. Rather, it's to encourage discussions about health choices."

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Overall health has always been a hot topic of conversation, and inevitably talk of weight issues takes center stage. But even if your goal is not to lose weight, weight loss apps can be a great way for you to maintain your current weight, gain weight, track workouts, log hydration levels, introduce healthier foods into your diet or just monitor your overall health. With so many downloadable weight loss apps available, it can be exasperating to figure out which one is the best one for you.

The best weight loss apps will teach you sustainable healthy eating habits, educate you on portion control and promote balanced meals, says Stefani Sassos, MS, RDN, CSO, CDN, NASM-CPT, Deputy Director of the Good Housekeeping Institute Nutrition Lab. Hydration, sleep, activity, mental health and so much more play into the holistic health equation, arguably far more so than weight. Apps that provide support in those areas in addition to encouraging healthy food choices are ideal.

The registered dietitians at the Good Housekeeping Institute are here to help you navigate this crowded field and find the app that will help you achieve your goals. Please note that weight loss, health and body image are complex subjects before deciding to go on a diet, consider visiting our article that investigates the hazards of diet culture.

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When selecting the ideal weight loss app, you'll want to consider the following:

Meeting your wellness targets: Not all apps are created equal, so its important to find one that is tailored to your needs and lifestyle. If you travel a lot maybe you may want choose an app that has a large database and contains both local and international brands. If you cook at home, look for an app that welcomes a variety of ways to track such as with photographs or by entering recipes. Apps that provides healthy recipe ideas and substitutions may also be a great choice if you need guidance with meal prep.

Affordability: Most apps offer some sort of free trial, so you can give it a road test before committing to the full month or year subscription. Our experts say its important to carefully compare advantages of both short term and longer term commitments. The great thing about apps is that you can figure out if it's going to work for you after a few tries, so feel free to experiment and test it out for a month or two before you make a major commitment.

Community: If you are motivated by the shared experiences of others, look for an app with larger membership numbers and greater social opportunities, such as Facebook groups. Check out the activity and quality of interactions on the apps social media platforms before committing.

The experts in the Good Housekeeping Institute Nutrition Lab stress that these apps are not regulated and many are not formulated with dietary or medical experts. In addition, these apps require some work on your part, so it depends on how much time and effort you can commit to logging your daily foods. For many people, these systems work well because they hold them accountable for the foods they eat, although research is mixed on the effectiveness of apps. The concept is akin to a financial budget, which works only if you accurately track of your spending. When you are logging everything that you consume, you might be surprised at how many calories you are taking in, and that could encourage you to make different choices. As a bonus, these apps can help to keep you on track with staying properly hydrated and maintaining physical activity. Basically, its up to you to get the most benefit out of these apps.

Take note: For individuals with a history of disordered eating, logging calories could be associated with unhealthy dieting practices. In this instance, the use of weight loss apps should be avoided or monitored closely by a healthcare provider.

Weight loss apps arent for everyone, but they can be a useful tool to help to educate you about your diet and to teach you how to make healthier choices. It is always important to remember that there are many factors that go into successful weight loss including setting a realistic weight range that works for you and that you can maintain without feeling restricted. Genetics, life stage and overall health can also play a role.

Remember that there is no magic pill for weight loss; the goal should always be to improve your overall health and to learn how to make better choices when it comes to food and nutrition.

A well-balanced diet should consist of plenty of nonstarchy vegetables, lean proteins, healthy fats, whole grains, nuts, seeds and fruit. If you can use these apps to help you add more vegetables to your meals and to eliminate sugary foods and beverages while becoming more aware of what you consume, then it's a win.

As a registered dietitian, Amy Fischer has worked with thousands of patients to improve their overall health through a whole foods and nutritious diet. Amy believes that food is to be enjoyed even on a weight loss journey and that while calories count, the focus should be on health, eating and living better and not just losing weight.

Having been through her own weight loss journey and providing nutrition counseling to patients and clients for the past eight years, Stefani Sassos, registered dietitian and Deputy Director of the Good Housekeeping Institute Nutrition Lab, is passionate about sustainable weight management and healthy eating practices. Shes extremely well versed in the current health and wellness app space and leads category testing efforts for Good Housekeeping.

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Jung So Min is one of the most talked about female leads in K-dramaland, thanks to the success of the tvN series Alchemy of Souls.

The 33-year-old actress stars as Mu Deok, a top-notch warrior trapped in a commoner's body.

Besides viewers getting hooked on every episode of the historical romance fantasy series, fans are also drawn to Jung So Mins charm and dazzling beauty.

However, before the gen z, K-drama viewers knew her as the fearless Mu Deok, she appeared in the 2010 series Playful Kiss as the clumsy high school student Oh Ha Ni along with the perfectionist Baek Seung Jo, played by Kim Hyun Joong.

Amid her success as an actress, she admitted that she struggled to maintain her weight in the healthiest way possible.

In a 2012 interview in MBC FM4U Jung Yups Blue Night as obtained by Soompi, the then rising star confessed about the challenging part of being an entertainer.

Ahead of the production of her K-drama Playful Kiss, Jung So Min revealed that she spent more than one and a half years trying out healthy ways to lose weight.

Jung So Mins diet includes paying attention to what she eats and making sure that she spends time working out.

I cared about what I ate and also worked out hard with yoga. In order to lose the fat in my legs, I even went to get acupuncture done, she said.

Moreover, the actress also emphasized that she doesn't support or recommend going under the knife to shed pounds because it ruins your health, referring to liposuction, which is an easier way to get rid of extra body fat.

For the actress, being healthy is much more important than becoming prettier.

Thankfully, all her hard work has paid off after managing to slowly lose 10 kgs not until her K-drama Playful Kiss began its production.

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Jung So Min revealed that she struggled to maintain her weight during the filming process.

When I was filming the drama, Playful Kiss, I gained 10kg from my normal weight, she said, adding, After losing the 10kg, I am currently at about 42 kg. Being an entertainer is a hard job.

12 years after Playful Kiss was released, Jung So Min is leaner than in her earlier days as an actress.

As seen on her Instagram and Jung So Mins YouTube channel, she likes to explore restaurants and try out different food, but in moderation.

While some see Jung So Min as their #fitnessgoals, there are simple yet effective ways to lose weight.

According to Healthline, the first step is cutting back on sugars, also known as refined carbs.

Instead, replace them with whole grains like buckwheat, oats, and more.

In addition, focus on adding protein, fat, and vegetables to your diet, and lastly, exercise. Moving your body helps burn calories and helps prevent metabolism from slowing down.

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Stay tuned to EpicStream for the latest news and updates about Jung So Min.

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World Heart Day is celebrated every year on September 29th.

The global event increases awareness of cardiovascular disease, including how to recognize warning signs and how to reduce your risk of developing heart-related conditions.

It aims to improve access to treatment and support, create a healthy environment thats good for your heart (such as by reducing pollution), and achieve healthy hearts for all.

World Heart Day encourages people to gain a better understanding of how and why leading a healthy lifestyle can help reduce your risk of heart disease.

Lifestyle factors, like stress or diet, can play a major role in heart health.

Since many cardiovascular diseases affect the heart valves, heart valve health in particular is important to prioritize during World Heart Day and beyond.

Heart valve disease, or valvular heart disease, occurs when any valve in the heart becomes damaged or diseased.

Heart valves open and close to help regulate the amount of blood that flows into and away from the heart, essentially creating a healthy cardiovascular system.

Disease can be caused by a number of factors, including infection or congenital conditions. There are three main types of heart valve disease:

Lifestyle changes can boost your heart valve health. Here are easy, healthy changes you can make that can go a long way in supporting your cardiovascular system.

Regular physical activity provides numerous health benefits that lead to a healthy heart. Moderate exercise can help you lose excess weight, improve physical fitness, and lower stress.

It can also help you reduce bad LDL cholesterol levels and high blood pressure, which can both contribute to heart disease.

Adults should get a recommended 30 minutes of moderate exercise 5 days per week. Examples of moderate exercise include a brisk walk, dancing, gardening, or a slow bike ride.

Maintaining a healthy diet is one of the most important ways to prevent and manage heart disease.

A good standard to keep in mind is to try and use up at least as many calories as you take in each day. You can increase the number of calories you burn by upping the amount and intensity of your physical activity.

Consider eating a healthy diet that incorporates the following:

With some extra planning, its possible to keep this diet at home and when you go out to eat.

In the United States, cigarette smoking causes about 1 in every 5 deaths every year.

Smoking is harmful to nearly every organ in your body, especially your heart. In fact, smoking is a major risk for heart disease.

When you smoke, you inhale chemicals that damage your heart and blood vessels. This can make you more prone to developing plaque buildup in your arteries, or atherosclerosis.

Even inhaling secondhand smoke can cause the same damage in people who dont smoke.

Thats why stopping tobacco use is essential for maintaining not only your own heart health but the health of the people around you.

It may come as a surprise, but dental hygiene is closely linked to heart health, particularly heart valve health.

A 2018 study presented by the American Heart Association looked at the connection between toothbrushing habits and the risk of having or dying from a heart attack, heart failure, or stroke.

Researchers found that people who brushed less than twice a day for less than two minutes had a three-fold higher risk for these conditions.

Its clear that its important to brush your teeth at least twice daily for two minutes or more each time to help maintain not only your oral health but also your general and cardiovascular health.

Simply being aware of statistics surrounding heart disease can go a long way. Understanding causes and warning signs can also help you identify and prevent heart disease.

Heres what you should know about heart valve disease in particular:

Heart valve disease is more common in older adults. Around 2.5% of the U.S. population has heart valve disease.

Nearly 25,000 deaths each year in the United States are from heart valve disease due to causes besides rheumatic disease (caused by damage from rheumatic fever).

Symptoms of heart valve disease can include:

Heart valve disease may show no symptoms until it reaches an advanced stage. This is why its important to have regular physical examinations.

Its important to see your doctor for regular checkups for your overall health. But its particularly important to heart health to see your doctor if you suspect or notice any signs of heart valve disease.

Your doctor can help you monitor your blood pressure, cholesterol, and other indicators of potential cardiovascular disease.

You can also work with your doctor on implementing certain lifestyle changes. These include identifying and incorporating a healthy diet, finding ways to reduce stress, and helping you quit smoking or drinking, if needed.

If you have multiple conditions to support, your healthcare team can also collaborate on your overall treatment plan.

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GMB's Susanna Reid has always been open about her weight loss journey and has shared her successes and struggles.

The presenter has previously disclosed her secret to losing a stone and a half, which Susanna pulled off without stepping foot in the gym.

In a struggle familiar to so many of us, the TV presenter recently admitted to gaining a few pounds over lockdown.

When Joe Wicks appeared on the morning show in June, Susanna shared that she'd found it difficult to shift the weight, telling the fitness coach: "I found it really hard to shift those pounds. What is the problem when there are so many workout plans, so many nutrition plans, what is the reason for that?

Susanna had previously revealed she doesn't exercise in the gym whilst on-air on Good Morning Britain in December 2018.

Whilst chatting to Piers Morgan, she said: "I stopped going to the gym, I found it made me too hungry. I've levelled out, I lost a stone-and-a-half and that's enough, and I don't go to the gym."

Back in 2019, Susanna told the magazine Prima how her weight loss journey started when she'd seen the GP about skin problems. Her doctor said the star was at the top end of her height's BMI and recommended she lose weight.

Susanna set out to eat healthier and cut out snacks amid her busy work schedule, noting that she feels 'fantastic'. She told the outlet: "This time last year, I went to the doctor with a skin problem and he told me I could do with losing some weight.

"It turned out I was at the upper end of my BMI and, I have to admit, I'd been feeling a little heavy for a while. I've lost a stone and a half since then and I feel fantastic."

The 51-year-old mum of three cut out cravings after identifying the source as her very early 4am wake up time.

"It can creep up without you noticing, and what I did was cut out snacking. I found waking up so early in the morning you're in a sort of energy deficit," she said during a 2019 appearance on Lorraine Kelly's breakfast show.

"All your body can think is have toast, have biscuits, have calories, and you can pile [weight] on really quickly."

Susanna is a pescatarian - meaning that she eats fish but no other meat - and she stopped drinking alcohol in 2019 as it left her literally scarred. She said drinking aggravated her skin, causing the blood vessels on her face to burst, which led to permanent scarring.

"I'm rather glad I've given up drink because lockdown drinking, the pandemic prosecco, has been a serious issue," she told The Times.

"I gave up because a doctor told me to. I was concerned because my skin was flushed, I kept getting flare-ups and blemishes, and they were leaving red scars. My skin was probably a manifestation of what I was putting into my body."

Susanna has been dedicated to going teetotal and passed on drinks during her 50th birthday celebrations. However, she said one consequence of going teetotal was Piers Morgan dubbing her 'the world's biggest bore'.

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