Heart disease takes more than 15-thousand lives in Missouri every year, making it the number one cause of death in the state. This is the time of year that parents can step up their efforts to prevent it – in the next generation. Studies indicate children as young as 10 to 14 can show the early stages of plaque building in their arteries – a precursor to heart disease. Missouri parents may wonder how they can lead their children by example toward heart-healthy outcomes. Madelyn Alexander of the American Heart Association of Missouri says the fall is a perfect time for family time and staying active together.
One in five children in Missouri is overweight or obese. Starting them on heart-healthy habits can reduce the chances they’ll ever need to worry about cardiovascular disease. For parents, that means modeling behaviors like eating healthy foods, exercising regularly and not smoking.
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