Major Risk Factors for Coronary Artery Disease
Part of the Heart Disease For Dummies Cheat Sheet
Several factors help determine whether you face a high risk of developing heart disease. You can manage many of these risk factors to help prevent coronary artery disease and the attendant problems. Do your best to mitigate these heart no-nos:
High blood pressure
Elevated cholesterol
Cigarette smoking
Inactive lifestyle
Obesity
Diabetes









