European Society of Cardiology

Healthy weight, healthy shape are key in preventing heart disease

Published in Cardiovascular Business Week, October 11th, 2005

Playing an increasingly important role in the prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD), controlling one's weight through healthy eating, and regular exercise can directly reduce the risk of heart disease and also the impact of an existing heart condition.

The European Society of Cardiology (ESC) joined the World Heart Federation in trumpeting the importance of "Healthy Weight, Healthy Shape for a Heart for Life" on World Heart Day, 25 September 2005.

Through its recent annual scientific event, the ESC Congress 2005, held in Stockholm, 3-7 September, the ESC uncovered various results with respect to weight control and exercise and CVD.

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Source: Cardiovascular Business Week (2005-10-11)

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