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living a heart-healthy lifestyle
Heart disease is the number-one major health risk for men and women!1 That fact can be startling, but when you know the facts about heart disease and which factors are within your control, you'll be empowered to take proactive steps and decrease your risk of heart disease. We've provided these heart-health resources to help support your journey toward improved heart health.
You will find additional resources on the American Heart Association® website and at WomenHeart.org, a resource website for women who have heart disease.
heart-health tools
Healthy-Weight Calculator
> Use the Body Mass Index (BMI) calculator to see if losing amoderate amount of weight could improve your heart health.
WomenHeart Cholesterol Screening Tool
> Cholesterol Screening LocatorPlanning to get your cholesterol screened? Use the WomenHeart Cholesterol
Screening Locator to find the cholesterol screening center closest to you.
fiber tools
> Calculate Your Fiber
> Your Food Journal (PDF)
> Your Diet Fiber Matchmaker
> Fiber Food Guide
> Metamucil Mixers Recipes
heart-health articles
> Benefits of Fiber
> Understanding Cholesterol and Your Health
> Getting Your Cholesterol Screened
> Tips for a Healthy Heart
Provided by WomenHeart
Healthy Heart Exercise Tips What Should I Eat? Food Portion Awareness Savor the Holidays: Tips for Healthy Eating 10 Easy Steps to Get More Physically Active1 American Heart Association. 2007 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics.