Lifestyle and home remedies

If you have valve disease, it's important to take steps to keep your heart healthy. Certain lifestyle changes can decrease your risk of developing other types of heart disease or having a heart attack.

Lifestyle changes to talk to your doctor about include:

• Quitting smoking
• Eating a heart-healthy diet that includes fruits and vegetables, low-fat dairy products, whole grains, and lean meat
• Maintaining a healthy weight
• Getting regular exercise