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Heart disease is the leading cause of death among adults in the United States. While your genes may predispose you to heart disease, your lifestyle habits also play a significant role. Among the risk factors for heart disease are smoking, an unhealthy diet, obesity, and high cholesterol levels. But switching up your diet and reducing stress levels can go a long way in reducing (and even reversing) your risk of heart disease. Read on for simple tips to get you started.
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