Peripheral artery disease (PAD) raises the risk of a stroke or heart attack. But PAD can be managed by making certain lifestyle changes, notably getting enough physical activity.

The American Heart Association offers these suggestions:

You know that it's important to eat a healthy, balanced diet with all the nutrients that your body needs. A poor diet lacking in essential vitamins and minerals can lead to serious health problems.

Here are warning signs of serious malnutrition that warrant a visit with your doctor and prompt treatment:

Constipation occurs when it becomes difficult or painful to have regular bowel movements. What's "regular" varies by person, however.

Some people have three bowel movements per day, while others have three movements per week, the American Academy of Family Physicians says.

A urinary tract infection occurs when certain bacteria invade the urinary tract. Symptoms may include itching, burning, and painful urination.

The National Women's Health Information Center lists these common causes of urinary tract infections in women:

The American Diabetes Association says anyone who is diabetic can benefit from blood glucose checks, especially if the person:

• Takes insulin or medication to manage diabetes.
• Is pregnant.
• Has difficulty keeping blood glucose stable and under control.
• Has dangerously low blood glucose, or develops ketones from high levels of blood glucose.
• Develops low blood glucose without the typical warning signs.