Heart health

Heart health after 50: habits that move the needle

After 50, weight, waist size, blood pressure, sleep, glucose, and cholesterol often become more connected. A practical plan should focus on small, repeatable changes that reduce overall risk.

Start with numbers

Track blood pressure, waist, HbA1c, lipids, sleep quality, and medicines with your clinician.

Build the basics

Prioritise protein, fibre, walking, strength work, salt awareness, alcohol moderation, and regular sleep.

When weight care helps

Medically supervised weight loss can support cardiometabolic health, but treatment needs personal review.