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When a good time needs a kick-start in Cajun country, it usually begins with some eye-watering, spicy food. Liberal sprinklings of ingredients native to Louisiana by Cajun cooks turn the heat up and tempt the tastebuds.
But before you sit down to some bayou-born grub, you need to know...
expert advice
Pamela S. Douglas, MD, president of the American College of Cardiology, responds: Committing to a healthy lifestyle is the best way you can reduce your chances of a heart attack. Good health doesn't happen overnight, and there are some risk factors you can’t change—like your age, gender, and family history. But by...
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A stationary bike can be a lifesaver when the weather is less than inviting for outdoor exercise. But don't set the resistance so high that you can barely pedal (that's the aerobic part of the workout). If you're a beginner, aim for 80 revolutions per minute (rpm). For the more advanced, take it to the next level with 90 to 100 rpm.