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15 Small Changes That Prevent Heart Disease at Any Age

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Avoid secondhand smoke

Even if you don’t smoke, cigarettes can increase your risk of heart disease by 25 to 30 percent if you’re around secondhand smoke at home or work, according to studies discussed by Dr. Gillinov. The chemicals in secondhand smoke promote plaque buildup in the arteries. These chemicals are especially harmful to non-smokers who have high cholesterol or high blood pressure.

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