February is American Heart Month. With all the Valentine hearts flying in February, let it serve as a reminder to take care of your heart health. From our Sedgwick County office, here are some steps you can take to a healthy heart:

• Stop smoking
• Reduce blood cholesterol
• Lower high blood pressure
• Be physically active every day
• Aim for a healthy weight
• Manage diabetes
• Reduce stress
• Limit alcohol

For more on heart health, contact your local K-State Research and Extension office or visit one of the links below:

• American Heart Association
• Heart Nutrition and Recipes
• National Heart Lung and Blood Institute

In addition, K-State Research and Extension's Family Nutrition Program (FNP), Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP), and Human Nutrition Web site are all excellent sources for nutrition information. Food safety topics, fitness information, and mental health are also topics covered. Check out your local K-State Research and Extension office for more information and to learn about programs near you.