Stroll to a healthier heart
Article Abstract:
A study shows that a casual 3-mile daily walk for women is as effective as 'powerwalking' in raising HDL cholesterol levels. Walking produces a 6% increase in HDL cholesterol, which in turn leads to an 18% decrease in the risk for heart disease.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1992
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Heart-attack survival
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Research reveals that individuals who lack an awareness of their physical and emotional well-being are less likely to survive a heart attack. Such individuals tend to delay getting early treatment that may save their lives.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1992
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Leapin' lipids: ratio may predict heart attacks best
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Researchers have found that the ratio of total HDL cholesterol is the strongest lipid predictor of heart attacks. A decrease of one unit in the total/HDL ratio can cut risk by 53%.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1992
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