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In view of the fact that high blood pressure, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, smoking and being overweight are the main risk factors for heart disease, the National Health Department actively calls on the public to develop a healthy lifestyle from an early age, pay attention to a balanced diet, less oil, less salt and more fiber, quit smoking, less alcohol, exercise more, and receive regular health check-ups to reduce the occurrence of heart disease.

During the epidemic, the National Health Service teaches you simple healthy lifestyles at home that can reduce the risk of chronic diseases

    After understanding the risks, how can we maintain healthy living habits at home during the epidemic to reduce the risk of chronic diseases? The National Health Administration also provides various ways of healthy living at home for public reference.
1、Healthy Eating 3: Prepare 5 colors of fruits and vegetables in a balanced diet according to "My Plate" every day, and check whether you have eaten enough of the six major food categories to improve your own resistance through diet.

2、Happy Movement 4: 4 tips for moderate exercise at home:
 1、Good for core stability, yoga, and freehand training
2、Simple equipment such as water bottles and elastic bands, many variations
3、Chairs, door frames, and walls are all good equipment
4、Parent-child interaction, intergenerational interaction, and all-age sports are fun

3、Say No to Smoking 5: The epidemic period is the best opportunity to quit smoking. Friends who are addicted to smoking while at home, please call the National Health Department’s toll-free smoking cessation consultation hotline 0800-636363, and professionals will discuss and plan an exclusive smoking cessation plan with you.

In addition, the National Health Administration reminds the public that as the COVID-19 epidemic in China is severe, they must implement measures to protect each other, such as wearing masks, washing hands frequently, and maintaining appropriate social distance.