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February, aka American Heart Month, is right around the corner — so we’re sharing the numbers you should keep in mind if you want to help your heart stay healthy into the future.

Here are the basics to remember:

Blood sugar

What number to aim for: Less than 100
Why: Elevated blood sugar can lead to diabetes and an increased risk of heart attack and stroke.

Blood pressure

What number to aim for: 120/80 or lower
Why: High blood pressure, or hypertension, can damage your heart, arteries, and kidneys if left untreated.

Blood cholesterol

What number to aim for: Less than 200
Why: Sustained high cholesterol can increase your risk for heart disease and heart attacks.

Body mass index

What number to aim for: 18.6-24.9
Why: The higher your BMI, the greater your risk of heart disease, hypertension, and diabetes.

Need help improving your current numbers? We’ve got some easy tips + tricks to help you move yours in the right direction.

10 easy ways to manage heart health