b'get HEART HEALTHYY our heart is the hardest-working organ in your body, and its the centerpiece of your entire cardiovascular system. Yet heres a sobering statistic: 48 percent of all Americans suffer from some form of heart disease. And according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), someone in the U.S. dies from a cardiovascular-related event every 33 seconds, making it Americas No. 1 killer. While some of these people are genetically predisposed to developing heart disease, factors such as race, gender, and age matter too. According to the World Heart Federation, people with African, Native American, or South Asian ancestry are at a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Men over the age of 45 and women over 55 are also at an increased risk. Despite these stark facts, theres a lot you can do to prevent becoming one of the statisticsand the earlier you start, the better. This is because adopting habits that foster a healthy cardiovascular system when youre young can reduce the chances of heart disease later in life. But even if you dont get a jump start on protecting your cardiovascular health, compelling scientific research suggests that making healthy lifestyle choices, eating a heart-healthy diet, and adding key herbs and nutrients to your daily routine can tip the odds in your favor at any age. So turn the page to get started on the road to a healthier heart.PUBLISHER Copyright2023 by BUSINESS & EDITORIAL FreshLife Media FreshLife Media andOFFICESWakunaga of America, Co., Ltd. 10040 W. Cheyenne Avenue EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Suite 170-161 Kim Erickson Las Vegas, NV 89129COPY EDITORBrandon DuVall The statements in this publication have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The information contained herein is provided for educational purposes CREATIVEonly under Section 5 of the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994 and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Please consult with DIRECTOR a licensed physician or other qualified health-care professional for more in-depth Karen Sperry information or prior to taking any dietary supplements.'