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Managing Other Risk Factors

Managing High Blood Pressure
Like high cholesterol, having high blood pressure makes heart disease more likely. Protect your health and your heart by taking steps to keep it under control.
Managing Stress
Too much stress is hard on your body and can harm your health. Learn ways to help keep stress in check.
Managing Your Weight
Carrying extra body weight can affect your health and how you feel. It is also hard on your heart. Get tips for getting extra weight off and keeping it off.
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Calories count.  Use a book or online calorie counter to keep track of what you eat and how many calories you are taking in. To maintain a healthy weight, take in only as many calories as you burn in your daily activities.

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