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Get excited and show your heart some love on World Heart Day on Sept. 29! This day was created in 2000 by the World Heart Federation, to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease and how to prevent it. It's an annual reminder of all the things we can do to take care of our hearts—from exercising regularly, eating a healthy diet, getting enough sleep, reducing stress levels as well as visiting a doctor for regular checkups.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>World Heart Day Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>The World Heart Federation creates World Heart Day to raise worldwide attention to cardiovascular diseases and ways to prevent them.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>Over 100 countries globally begin recognizing and celebrating World Heart Day, increasing awareness of cardiovascular health.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>"Work With Heart" Initiative</div><div class='timeline-text'>The World Heart Federation launches the "Work with Heart" initiative, encouraging workplaces to promote heart-healthy environments.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>One Billion Steps Challenge</div><div class='timeline-text'>The World Heart Federation introduces the "One Billion Steps Challenge" onWorld Heart Day to motivate physical activity for heart health.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>World Heart Day Goes Digital</div><div class='timeline-text'>The World Heart Day campaign further exploits digital platforms to reach a wider and younger audience, focusing on the benefits of a heart-healthy lifestyle.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>"My Heart, Your Heart" Promise</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Foundation inspires millions to make a "My Heart, Your Heart" promise - promising to cook and eat more healthily, to exercise more and stop smoking for good heart health.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Eat a heart-healthy meal</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Making the switch to a healthy diet is one of the best things you can do for your heart. Whether it's an exotic dish with plenty of vegetables or just adding some extra fruits and whole grains, make sure you fill your plate with nutritious options.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go for a walk</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Getting regular exercise is essential for maintaining a healthy heart. So take a few minutes out of your day to go on a 30 minute walk. You’ll be able to clear your mind and give your body some much needed energy.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a yoga session</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Yoga combines physical exercise with relaxation techniques to help improve cardiovascular health and reduce stress. Invite friends and family to join you for an afternoon of stretching, breathing and relaxation.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make heart art</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Using paper, paint, crayons or markers, create something that celebrates World Heart Day! Hang it up in your house or office as a reminder to take care of your heart.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share your story</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Sharing stories about how you or someone you know has overcome heart disease can inspire others to live healthier lives. Post your story on social media using the hashtag #WorldHeartDay.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a global awareness day</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>World Heart Day is an important reminder to people all across the globe about the importance of looking after their hearts. By raising awareness and educating people on how to keep their hearts healthy, we can reduce the impact of heart disease worldwide.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It helps raise funds for research</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By supporting World Heart Day, you can help fund vital research into the causes and treatments for cardiovascular diseases. This research has already helped thousands of people around the world by providing cutting-edge treatments and lifesaving medications for those affected.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages people to be more active</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>One of the main goals of World Heart Day is to encourage people to lead healthier lifestyles. It reminds us all that regular exercise and healthy eating are essential in order to keep our hearts strong and healthy - something we should all strive for!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Heartbeat begins in the womb</h3><p class='facts-content'>A baby's heart starts beating in the mother's womb just about 16 days following conception, long before many women even realize they're pregnant.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Heart Disease is a Leading Global Killer</h3><p class='facts-content'>According to the World Health Organization, 17.9 million people die each year from heart disease, representing 31% of all global deaths.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Laughter is Heart-Healthy</h3><p class='facts-content'>Laughing relaxes and expands blood vessels, which can aid in protecting the heart. So laughter indeed may be some of the best medicine for heart health.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Heart Beats over 100,000 Times Daily</h3><p class='facts-content'>On average, the human heart beats approximately 100,000 times daily, pumping close to 2,000 gallons of blood throughout the body.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Size of Your Heart is About the Same as Your Fist</h3><p class='facts-content'>An average adult heart weighs between 10 to 12 ounces, and is roughly the size of a person's clenched fist.</p></div></div>
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