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Heart Fact: The primary risk factors for cardiovascular disease include:

  1. Obesity
  2. Diabetes
  3. Smoking
  4. High Cholesterol
  5. Hypertension
  6. Age
  7. Family History
  8. Physical Inactivity

Healthy Heart Tip: Substitute applesauce for vegetable oil or margarine in your next baking recipe.




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