Why YOU should CHOOSE your HEALTH!

Written By Bianca Woods

1. Why Health Must Be a Choice

Every year in the U.S.:

  • 1 in 3 adults has prediabetes or diabetes.

  • Heart disease is the leading cause of death.

  • 1 in 2 adults has high blood pressure.

  • Nearly 80% of chronic disease risk can be reduced through lifestyle changes.

"It’s not genetics—it’s habits. And habits can change."

2. Chronic Disease = Silent Sabotage

Stroke:

  • Can happen without warning.

  • Leading cause of long-term disability.

  • 80% are preventable.

Diabetes:

  • Affects blood vessels, vision, kidneys, and nerves.

  • Doubles your risk of heart disease and stroke.

High Blood Pressure:

  • Often has no symptoms but silently damages organs.

  • Controlled best with movement, nutrition, and stress management.

When you don’t choose your health, your health eventually chooses for you—and it doesn’t ask permission

3. Simple Daily Choices That Add Up

Action and why it matters

30 min of walking daily - Boost heart health, brain function, and energy

5-7 servings of fruits/veggies - Fights inflammation and chronic disease

Hydrate with water - Supports digestion, energy and kidney function

Cook more than you eat out - Control ingredients, salt, and sugar

Sleep 7-9 hours per night - Regulates hormones, weight, and immunity

4. Red Flag Foods to Limit

  • Soda and sweetened drinks (linked to diabetes & obesity)

  • Fried and fast foods (raise bad cholesterol)

  • Processed meats (increase cancer and stroke risk)

  • Refined carbs like white bread/pastries (spike blood sugar)

    5. Choose Your Health Today—Not When It’s Too Late

    Ask yourself:

    • What health habits run in my family?

    • Do I want to repeat them—or rewrite them?

    • What one thing can I start with this week?

    6. You’re Not Alone

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Bianca Woods