1. Don’t stress your heart, regularly step out in sunlight and adequate amounts of aerobic exercise
2. Don’t indulge in high-intensity workouts excessive exhaustion can overstress your heart. Take rest breaks so that you don’t feel too tired suddenly while walking
3. Don’t go for a walk in extreme chilly mornings, instead go out when the sun is out
4. Ask your doctor to adjust the dosage of your routine medicines
5. Keep a close tab on your cholesterol levels, as they can fluctuate in the winters. Immediately consult your doctor in case you notice something unusual, borderline high cholesterol levels can put you at an increased risk of a heart attack
6. Hypothermia is one such problem that majority of heart patients encounter during winters. To keep the risk of hypothermia away, it is suggested that you stay warmly clad
7. Don’t ignore any unusual symptoms like slight discomfort in the chest, sweating, pain in jaw and shoulders, pain in neck and arms and shortness of breath. Immediately, reach out for medical assistance in case you suffer from any of these symptoms

Prevention is always better than cure. A little extra care can help make the holiday months, more enjoyable and heart healthy.