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While exercise is essential to maintain a healthy heart, eating the right kinds of foods is also important. These recipes from the American Heart Association are not only delicious, but they will also have you moving in the right direction toward eating smart for your heart.

WRITER: SHEMIR WILES

The mere mention of the word heart attack conjures up images of an elderly man clutching his heart and falling to the ground. Women, do not let this outdated stereotype give you a false sense of security. While much more attention is typically given to breast cancer, heart disease kills more women each year than all cancers combined. Learn more about this disease through the incredible stories of two local females who suffered heart attacks at a young age.

WRITER: JAMES COMBS

When it comes to drug abuse, most people think of illicit drugs like cocaine and heroin. However, in recent years, there has been a spike in the misuse of prescription medications. The types of medicines abused run the gamut from antidepressants to stimulants. And while combating the problem may be an uphill battle, spreading awareness is the only way to open eyes to this growing epidemic.

WRITER: JIM GIBSON

It has been more than a year since Traci Oliver made a lifestyle change—and, oh, how she has changed! Not only has she lost 90 pounds, but she is also participating in exercises and activities that once seemed impossible for her. Traci shares her latest feats and challenges and reflects on her incredible journey during the past year.

AS TOLD TO: JAMES COMBS

HEALTHYBODY

SHAPE

56 AWESOME ARMS

It’s time to start building beach-ready biceps and triceps.

WRITER: TRACY DRAPER

EAT FIT/NOT FAT

60 EAT “HEART SMART”

The best way to build a strong heart is to eat the right foods.

WRITER: LORI ESAREY, ARNP, ABAAHP, FAARFM, CFT

DEFEND

62 A MATTER OF THE HEART

Work to prevent heart disease before it’s too late.

WRITER: RICHARD T. BOSSHARDT, M.D., FACS

HEALTHYMIND

NOURISH

68 FEED YOUR MIND

Unlock your hidden potential by changing your mental diet.

EMOTION

70 MOVING ON FROM UNREQUITED LOVE

Learn to accept rejection and embrace life again.

INNERVENTION

74 LEARNING TO LIVE AGAIN

The journey to relieve the emotional pain of losing a spouse.

WRITER: LORI STRONG

GRIEF

76 PICKING UP THE PIECES

The best way to cope with grief is to face the pain.

MENCOURAGEMENT

78 ROSES, CHOCOLATES, OR CARDS?

Valentine’s Day needs to be every day.

WRITER: RICHARD BURGUET

COMMUNICATION

82 PROS AND CONS OF PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENTS

Before you say, “I do,” you may need a prenup.

WRITERS: THOMAS FROSS AND ROBERT FROSS

REFORM

84 THE HEALTH OF YOUR WEALTH…

Health care changes may affect your finances.

WRITER: THOMAS RUGGIE, CHFC, CFP

A cardiac positron emission tomography (PET) exam helps to evaluate your heart health by measuring the blood flow brought by the coronary arteries to the heart muscles. PET scans are used to identify coronary artery disease and manage your treatment plan.

As one of the oldest private cardiology practices, Cardiovascular Associates of Lake County was first to bring this technology to our area.

We are dedicated to bringing innovations in cardiovascular care to our patients. Since 1992, we have been your partners for life.