Preventing and reversing heart disease for dummies /
General Material Designation
[Book]
First Statement of Responsibility
by James M. Rippe
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
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xvi, 340 pages :
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illustrations ;
Dimensions
24 cm
SERIES
Series Title
For dummies
INTERNAL BIBLIOGRAPHIES/INDEXES NOTE
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Includes bibliographical references and index
CONTENTS NOTE
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Getting started with preventing and reversing heart disease. Taking charge of your heart health ; Understanding the onset and outcomes of heart disease ; Are you at risk of heart disease? How to turn that risk around -- Taking basic steps to heart health. Forming a partnership with your doctor for the best heart care ; Embracing a healthy diet and active lifestyle ; Tapping the power of the mind/body connection ; Taking a family approach to preventing heart disease -- Tackling key health risks for heart disease. Combating high blook pressure ; Managing bad (and good) cholesterol ; Managing your weight to lower your risk ; Quitting smoking -- Treating heart disease. Modern medical arsenal: Rx weapons for heart disease ; The 411 on invasive and surgical procedures ; Exploring complementary therapies ; Taking back your life after a heart event -- Heart-healthy recipes. Heart-healthy breakfasts ; Heart-healthy lunches ; Heart-healthy dinners ; Snacks, starters, and desserts -- The part of tens. Ten differences in heart disease between women and men ; Ten cardiac symptoms you shouldn't ignore ; Ten heart tests to consider or avoid ; Ten tips for involving your family in a heart-healthy lifestyle -- Appendix: metric conversion guide
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SUMMARY OR ABSTRACT
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Describes the different forms of heart disease and presents the latest research, diagnostic techniques, treatments, and medications, offering practical advice on how to prevent and reverse heart disease through techniques that include stress reduction and dieting