SAN ANTONIO - If you start to see "red" across the city today, don't be alarmed. It’s part of National Heart Month to remind people to take care of their hearts.
Cardiovascular disease is the nation's number one killer. To kick off the month of awareness, local landmarks such as the Quarry Smokestacks, the Tower of the Americas, the Tower Life Building and Hotel Valencia will "go red" today.
This Friday is National Wear Red Day. The American Heart Association is asking everyone to wear red to work to help raise awareness of heart disease.
Get Heart Healthy: Drink green tea
This potent beverage contains several powerful antioxidants that reduce cholesterol and may even lower blood pressure. To make a day's supply, bring 20 ounces of water to a boil, drop in three decaffeinated green tea bags, cover, and steep for 10 minutes. Remove the tea bags, and refrigerate the tea. When cool, pour the tea into a container, add ice if you like, and sip throughout the day.
Source: Prevention magazine
