Healthy Weight and Heart Disease

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States.  Stroke is the third leading cause of death, and a leading cause of disability.  Heart disease and stroke affect a person’s heart and blood vessels.  There are many associated risk factors that have been shown to increase the risk of developing heart disease.  Maintaining a healthy weight and increasing physical activiey can reduce the risks of developing heart disease. (more about heart disease)