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The inside of a gym probably is one of the least scenic places on earth—rows of machines, sweating bodies, and mats on the floor. However, when you hook up to a new generation of fitness-related equipment, you can transport yourself a world away or simply make your living room a fun place to...
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...
health tip
Use jewelry to jog your memory about your daily diet. Start with a visit to MyPyramid Food Guidance System (www.mypyramid.gov) to learn how many daily servings of fruits and veggies you need, then place a matching number of thin bracelets on one wrist. Move them to the other arm with each serving you eat. Don't forget to wear your blue Eat Better ring, which is free when you register on this Web site.
