Dear subscriber, A health-savvy reader knows that heart disease is very serious. Heart disease kills more of us than all forms of cancer combined. It's the No. 1 killer in the United States, and no one is immune. And yet advances in medicine and in self care give you far more control over your heart health than you may realize. My name is Martha Grogan, a cardiologist at Mayo Clinic since 1995. Treating heart patients is only one part of my job. I'm also an educator—of medical students, and of patients. I'm writing today with the great news that, in most cases, heart disease is preventable and treatable. Mayo Clinic is a global leader in cardiac care and treatment. We've written a comprehensive book to provide you with a clear, simple, effective program to enjoy a healthy heart for life. Mayo Clinic Healthy Heart for Life is not just for those who know they have heart disease—it's dedicated to anyone who wants to enjoy a healthy heart at any age. Improving your heart health and reducing your risk of heart disease are two central goals of Mayo Clinic Healthy Heart for Life. The book identifies all the factors Mayo Clinic doctors know you can use to achieve those ends, organized into 10 easy-to-follow steps. This book helps you start making the changes that will improve your heart health. You can start small. In fact, we'll bring you page after page of ordinary but effective things you can do to fight heart disease. They're often part of routine activities that you do every day anyway. What's your chance of a heart attack in the next 10 years? We'll not only help you calculate it—more importantly, we'll help you reduce it. Page 93. If you take medication for cholesterol, high blood pressure or other heart-related conditions, flip to page 98 to get key tips for improving its effectiveness and avoiding harmful side effects. 3 quick-start, heart-healthy goals that can make your heart-healthy goals that can make your heart healthier and stronger. Page 25. 8 keys to a heart-healthy diet based on variety, balance and moderation. Simple planning can assure that you get enough of the foods that nourish your body and help make your heart healthy and strong. Page 44. "Now, your focus can be turned to the future and how to influence it for the better." Page 91 is typical of the very positive approach you'll find throughout this book. 5 common mistakes people make in setting health goals. Plus 5 smart goal-setting tips to inspire you and move you forward. All on page 97. What does your family history reveal about your risks? Good news: Even genetic risk factors can be significantly reduced. We'll tell you how starting on page 82. Keeping your heart healthy doesn't really take a lot of time. You can start with as little as 10 minutes a day. Our message is that you can do it, and the sooner you begin, the better. Order your copy of Mayo Clinic Healthy Heart for Life today for only $29.95. Yours in good health, Martha Grogan, M.D.
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