Join the movement in getting Healthy for Good™ today. Because when good health is lived, it can nourish every part of you, your family, and your community for a lifetime.
The American Heart Association’s Healthy for Good platform is helping put a healthy life within reach. We’re committed to breaking down barriers and advancing opportunities to help you create and apply the kind of healthy habits that stick with you at every life stage – for good.
Eat Smart
Many people think that eating healthy is simply out of reach, but with some inspiration and knowledge, heathy food can be delicious, affordable, and convenient.
The value of getting healthy is clear. But the lifelong journey to getting and staying well can be hard, confusing, and full of barriers, no matter who you are. Check out science-backed healthy habits in easy-to-read visuals to download or share on social.
Life’s Essential 8 are the key measures for improving and maintaining cardiovascular health, as defined by the American Heart Association. Better cardiovascular health helps lower the risk for heart disease, stroke and other major health problems.
The AHA believes all people deserve access to healthy food so they can live their best lives. That’s why we’re working to improve nutrition and food security for everyone, everywhere in America.
Join Healthy for Good™ and get tips, recipes, and inspiration to build healthy habits.
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