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Family History and Heart Disease

If you're born into a family in which your blood relatives have a tendency to heart trouble this may increase your risk, but in no way does it mean you're pre-destined to serious heart disease.

By taking positive steps to eliminate the other risk factors mentioned in this book and adopting a healthier life-style, the total risk can be reduced dramatically.

While maintaining good health habits can't guarantee a longer life, it can improve the quality of your life. The following are a few simple factors, if practiced regularly will help minimize the risk of illness and enrich your life:

  • Exercise regularly
  • Avoid smoking and drug abuse
  • Drink no more than a moderate amount alcohol, if any. (Don't drink any alcohol if you have a history of alcoholism.)
  • Control your weight
  • Keep a balanced and healthy diet
  • Take care of your teeth
  • Control of high blood pressure
  • Follow good safety practices

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