It can be easy to slack off when it comes to your health. One day you decide to add a couple extra slices of bacon to your burger, another day you opt to skip out on a gym session to sit on your couch and watch TV instead because you’re feeling lazy. While it’s fine to treat yourself once in a while, many once-in-a-while decisions can turn into lifelong Bad Habits that can seriously affect your heart.

A little bit done many times over can amount to a whole lot, so here’s a quick list of some of the standout bad habits you need to break for your heart’s sake:

Sitting and watching TV – Active rest is key to keeping your heart healthy, so watching TV itself isn’t bad, but sitting for long periods in front of your TV or computer can possibly lead to elevated levels of fats and sugars in your blood. Get up and walk periodically, both when you’re at home and at work. If your loved one is homebound, a caregiver can help keep them active and moving.

Not flossing – Skipping out on flossing can not only lead to plaque build up over time, but developing gum disease as a result of not flossing can potentially lead to triggering inflammation in your body’s blood vessels.

Assuming you’re not at risk – As we said earlier, it’s easier to be lazy with your health, and it’s especially true when you don’t think you’re not at risk for anything because you’re not exhibiting symptoms. Unless you’re not being regularly checked by your doctor for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, or other risks, there’s no guarantee that the lifestyle you’re leading is benefiting your health.

Get a full checkup done today. You’re better off knowing than not.

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