12 Surprising Ways You May Be Harming Your Heart

When it comes to your heart, maybe you think you're doing everything right. You're not overweight, you try to exercise regularly and the last time you checked, your blood pressure and cholesterol numbers were within your target range. You're off to a great start, but on a daily basis you may be doing small things that over time can add up to big problems for your heart.

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You've finally decided to quit smoking, and you've even set a date to do it. Then you think, "I better not tell anyone in case I don't make it." Wrong! "Go up to whomever you know that cares about you -- family, friends, co-workers -- and say, 'As of this date I am quitting smoking,'" suggests Dr. Foody. "Then, if those people in your circle see you smoking or see you struggling, they're there to ... more
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Not Going Public
You've finally decided to quit smoking, and you've even set a date to do it. Then you think, "I better not tell anyone in case I don't make it." Wrong! "Go up to whomever you know that cares about you -- family, friends, co-workers -- and say, 'As of this date I am quitting smoking,'" suggests Dr. Foody. "Then, if those people in your circle see you smoking or see you struggling, they're there to support you, and that's essential. It also helps you because you're accountable not only to yourself, but also to them." Another tip? Wherever you used to stash your cigarettes, leave yourself a reminder note about how important your heart is, or how much your family depends on you.
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