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Renowned Actress Jane Seymour Shares Heart Health Wake-Up Call
10 Nov
Summary
- Jane Seymour, 74, opens up about heart disease risks in her family
- Emphasizes women's higher risk of heart disease and stroke
- Shares how she manages stress and maintains a healthy lifestyle
In a recent interview, acclaimed actress Jane Seymour, now 74 years old, has opened up about a significant "wake-up call" regarding her understanding of heart health and the risks associated with it. Seymour revealed that both her mother and father had heart disease, and she and her sisters all need to closely monitor their cholesterol levels and take statins.
The actress emphasized that heart disease is the number one cause of death for women, surpassing all types of cancer combined. She also noted that one in five women in the U.S. will experience a stroke in their lifetime, underscoring the critical need for women to prioritize their heart health.
To manage her own well-being, Seymour shared that she tries to minimize stress as much as possible, getting eight hours of sleep each night and incorporating meditation and rest breaks even during her busy filming schedules. She also credited her mother's wisdom, who survived a concentration camp and a Japanese prisoner of war camp, for inspiring Seymour's commitment to living with purpose as the key to longevity and happiness.
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Seymour hopes her openness will encourage others to make their heart health a top priority, emphasizing the importance of following doctors' advice, maintaining healthy habits, and embracing life to the fullest.
