Research shows that smoking, high blood pressure, body fat, exercise and stress account for more than 90 per cent of the risk of having a first heart attack. These risk factors can be avoided if you understand them and follow a sensible plan. Heart-healthy foods, calming and strength-building exercise, air-filtering houseplants, novel ways to de-stress are all covered in this book. In addition, a section entitled the 30-Minutes-a-Day Plan workbook contains an achievable exercise plan and delicious recipes that you can easily incorporate into your lifestyle. The important message is that no matter how late you start, you can improve the health of your heart.
