Integrating Lifestyle Medicine in Cardiovascular Health and Disease Prevention av James M. (Professor of Medicine University of Massachusetts Medical

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<p>Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the United States and around the world. Major risk factors for CVD result from poor lifestyle habits and practices, but the area of lifestyle medicine has emerged to help clinicians and their patients understand the power of positive lifestyle habits and actions. </p><p> </p><p>Written by cardiologist and lifestyle medicine pioneer, Dr. James Rippe<i>, Integrating Lifestyle Medicine in Cardiovascular Health and Disease Prevention</i> introduces the principles of lifestyle medicine with the practice of cardiology to help lower the risk of heart disease and, if already present, assist in its treatment. This book provides evidence-based information on both the prevention and treatment of CVD through lifestyle measures such as regular physical activity, sound nutrition, weight management and avoidance of tobacco products. This information aids physicians and patients to better understand multiple l