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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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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

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What are some of your healthy habits?