Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women, taking the life of 1 in 3 women each
year. This Recipes for the Heart magazine gives you dozens of heart-healthy
recipes that enable you to eat well while lowering your chances of heart disease.
Here you will find the tools you need to take charge of your heart health by
becoming informed of the signs and health factors that affect your risk of heart
attack or stroke and live a heart-healthy life such as:
♥ Heart-Healthy Recipes: 57 recipes covering the entire menu, from appetizers
and soups to satisfying entrées and delicious desserts. Each recipe includes
nutritional analysis and diabetic exchanges.
♥ Know Your Numbers and Your Risk: Learn about the health factors that affect
your risk for heart disease and stroke and the importance of early heart health
screening.
♥ Know the Warning Signs: Be aware of the signs of a heart attack or stroke and
learn how to respond.
♥ Ask the Expert: Professional advice from Dr. Vyshali Rao, Go Red for Women
spokesperson.
♥ Tales From the Heart: Become motivated by reading and watching videos of
real-life stories from women who have taken control of their heart health.
♥ Preparation Tips: “How to” videos covering “preparing fresh herbs,” “blanching
tomatoes,” and more.
♥ Get Involved: Learn how you can get involved to help fight heart disease.
Go Red for Women is the American Heart Association’s national movement to
increase women’s awareness of their risk for heart disease and encourage action
to save more lives. The movement connects women with their own heart health
and compels them to choose heart-healthy habits and support the cause as
they make it their mission to fight against heart disease. Enjoy the selection of
delicious recipes that fit into a heart-healthy diet and help you follow the AHA’s
recommendations for making wise food choices.