Making The Choice For A Healthy Heart...And Vehicle (NAPSA)—Did you know that heart disease is the nation’s No. 1 killer of women—even thoughit is largely preventable? Did you also know that most car owners have misperceptions about proper vehicle maintenance? Every day, we can makesimple choices to help keep our bodies and vehicles healthy. You can turn personal choices into lifesaving actions by making smart and heart-healthy diet selections or choosing the stairs over the elevator. Choosing to stay on top of your vehicle maintenance also keeps your vehicle “fit,” in turn keeping you safe on the road. February is American Heart Month, a good time to assess the health of your heart and take the Heart Health Tips: from the American Heart Association e Add more color fo yourplate by eating more fruits and vegetablesdaily. Also, maintenance routine. Heartfelt Support The Jiffy Lube Maintenance Partners for Life campaign stresses the importance of being vigilant about heart health and vehicle health. The parallels between maintaining a healthy heart and maintaining a healthy engine are profoundly similar— oil level regularly and refer to your vehicle owner's manualfor the manufacturer-recommendedservice eating at least two servingsoffish each week interval and grade ofoil. e The engineair filter is a vehicle’s lung. A cleanair is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, which benefit heart health. e Visit your health care providerto learn how to make heart-healthy habits part of your dailylife. Follow up by scheduling a doctor’s appointment each year. e Be aware of yourrisk factors by mapping out your family’s health history. Stay informed on your health by tracking your blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose and weight. e Visit www.GoRedForWomen.org for more heart health tips. necessary steps to keep it strong. It’s also a good time for a vehicle checkup to make sureit’s road ready and on a proper preventive Vehicle Health Tips: e Engineoil is the lifeblood of your engine. Check the filter helps the engine “breathe” easier, making it run more smoothly andefficiently. When yourairfilter is clogged, your engine has to work harder and therefore is not operating at peak performance. Check your vehicle’s owner’s manualto find out whenit needs to be replaced. Regularly check your engine’s belts for cracking and tears. Listen for a high-pitched “screeching” sound while the engineis idling and/or on acceleration. This noise could mean your serpentine belt is loose and may need to be replaced. Examining yourbelts regularly for cracking, fraying and extra slack can help prevent engine failure. Replace ortighten the belts as needed or according to your vehicle's owner’s manual. e Visit www.JiffyLube.com for more car-care fips. 9 maintenance on your vehicle can save you moneyby preventing a costly breakdown. Last year, the campaign raised more than $1 million for the American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women movement. In 2009, the campaign aims to raise $1.5 million for the cause, withall funds benefiting local chapters of the American Heart Association. preventive maintenance. It’s that simple! The campaign, which runs from January 28 to March 16, 2009, aims to educate people People can show their support at their local service center by donating $3 to the cause. In return, they will receive a Jiffy nance for their bodies and vehicles. Knowing how to properly care for your heart can help you live a happier, healthier life. Performing the recommended routine Life savings book featuring hearthealthy recipes, lifestyle tips and more than $100 in savings on vehicle preventive maintenance about smart, preventive mainte- Lube Maintenance Partners for Services. Make a commitment to your heart health and visit www. GoRedForWomen.org for practical tips and information on how to support the cause. Visit www.JiffyLubeGoesRed. com for more information on the Maintenance Partners for Life cam- paign and American Heart Month.
