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A Heart Healthy Toolbox
Professional Resources
Navigating the Hurdles
Helping Your Patients Overcome Barriers to a Healthier Lifestyle
My Healthy Life Check-Up
Baseline Assessment Tool
Tips for the Coach
Brief Guide to Motivational Interviewing
SMART Goals for Lasting Change
Specific, Measurable, Adjustable, Realistic, and Time-Based Goals
Physical Activity as a Vital Sign
Assessment and Exercise Prescription
Professional References
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References For Your Patients
Patient Resources
Healthy Eating Resources
Jotting It Down
Your Eating Diary
Where's the Salt- Really?
Sodium Content in Foods
Choose Your Fats Wisely
Different Types of Fats: How to Choose
Sweet Treats
How to Limit Added Sugar
Size Matters
Portion Control
Energy Balance- More than Just Math
What Makes You Gain or Lose Weight?
More Bang With Each Calorie
The Concept of Nutrient-Rich Foods
Fiber Facts
How to Increase Fruits, Vegetables, and Whole Grains
It's Not Just What You Eat, But Why
Understanding the Reasons Behind Eating Behaviors
Hunger is the Best Seasoning
Responding to Hunger Signals Appropriately
A Healthy Diet Without Breaking the Bank
Shopping on a Budget
Dressing on the Side, Please!
Six Tips for Eating Healthy When Eating Out
What To Drink?
How to Choose Among the Many Beverage Choices
Total Health Resources
Small Changes Make a Big Difference
Encouraging Stepwise Changes Over Time
Smoke-Free Life
Resources to Support Smoking Cessation
Sleep, Blessed Sleep
The Importance of Adequate Sleep for Your Health
Life Can be a Stress Test
Stress Management Suggestions
No Man - or Woman - is an Island
Friends and Family Can Improve Your Health
The Power in How You Think
Change Your Thoughts to Get the Results You Want
Exercise & Physical Activity Resources
Move More, Sit Less.
Ways to be More Active Every Day
That First Step
Starting a Physical Activity Program
It's Never Too Late
When You are Older or Have Health Problems
Keeping on Track
Physical Activity Goal-Setting Worksheet
The Choices Are Limitless!
Weather, Safety, and Budget Challenges
All That And More!
The Many Benefits of Exercise
Tricks of the Trade
Ten Tips on How to Stick to Your Plan
Exercise Really Is Medicine
Exercise Prescription
A Heart Healthy Toolbox was supported by funding from The Coca-Cola Company, Inc. Disclaimer: This and other PCNA educational materials are for informational purposes only and are not intended to replace medical advice or to diagnose or to treat health problems. Health-related decisions should be made in partnership with a health care provider. It is the reader’s responsibility to seek out the most current, accurate information. PCNA disclaims all warranties with regard to such educational materials. In no event shall PCNA be liable for any special, indirect, or consequential damages or any damages whatsoever arising out of or in connection with the use of any PCNA educational materials.
