How to Avoid Heart Disease

HEART HEALTH NEWSLETTER
From WebMD
Week of December 7

In This Issue:
> Do You Know Your Sodium Intake?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3xO0Nec4j0F50BZgr0ED
> Is a Coronary Calcium Scan Right for You?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3xO0Nec4j0F50BZgs0EE
> Husband May Be at Risk for Heart Attack
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3xO0Nec4j0F50BZgt0EF

Today's Top Story: How to Avoid Heart Disease
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3xO0Nec4j0F50BZgu0EG
From diet and exercise to (holiday) stress management, here are 15
tips for lowering your cholesterol and avoiding heart disease.
Also See:
> Shake the Salt Habit
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3xO0Nec4j0F50BZgv0EH
> Metabolic Syndrome? Go Nuts!
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3xO0Nec4j0F50BZgw0EI
> Living a Life of Pain & Fatigue?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3xO0Nec4j0F50BZgx0EJ

HEALTH NEWS HEADLINES

Do You Know Your Sodium Intake?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3xO0Nec4j0F50BZgr0ED
Even if you seldom add salt to your foods, you're likely eating more
sodium than you should, often without knowing it. Do you eat bagels,
pancakes, or cottage cheese? Better read this.

More Headlines You Shouldn't Miss
> Generic Heart Drugs Trustworthy
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> Hand Sanitizer Wipes Off MRSA Risk
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3xO0Nec4j0F50BZgz0EL
> Do You Get Enough Exercise?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3xO0Nec4j0F50BZg10E7
> Enjoy a Low-Cholesterol Holiday
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3xO0Nec4j0F50BZg20E8

EDITOR'S PICKS

Is a Coronary Calcium Scan Right for You?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3xO0Nec4j0F50BZgs0EE
Are you concerned about heart disease? You may benefit from a coronary
calcium scan. We explain what the test does, what the test results can
mean, and the risks and benefits.
Also See:
> Be Assertive and Reduce Stress
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3xO0Nec4j0F50BZg30EA
> Tai Chi and Qigong: Easy Does It
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3xO0Nec4j0F50BZg40EB

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MEMBERS ARE TALKING

From the Heart Disease Support Group message board:
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3xO0Nec4j0F50BZhA0EP

Husband May Be at Risk for Heart Attack
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3xO0Nec4j0F50BZgt0EF
This member suspects her overweight husband may be at risk for a heart
attack, but she's not sure how to broach the subject. Read more and
join the conversation with your words of wisdom.
Also See:
> Is Your Treatment Covered by Medicare? More Medicare Questions
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3xO0Nec4j0F50BZhB0EQ

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Is Your Blood Pressure Too High?
For nearly a third of Americans, it is. The good news is that there is
something you can do about it. Diets rich in potassium have been
clinically shown to reduce blood pressure. Learn how to boost the
potassium in your diet.
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