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5 Essential Heart-Healthy Habits

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Juhie Bhatia on Jan 24, 2012 at 1:59PM

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Adopt New Habits Today

It's true that heart disease is the leading cause of death in America, but there are many changes you can make to help prevent it, such as quitting smoking, eating a low-cholesterol diet and exercising. In fact, you probably already follow some heart-healthy habits without even realizing it. If not, it's never too late to get started!

Reviewed by: Kerry Prewitt, M.D., FACC