Follow world-renowned cardiologist ValentÍn Fuster's essential recommendations to a healthier heart and a longer life! Cardiovascular disease affects, and often cuts short, millions of lives every year--and very few doctors have had as much success as Dr. ValentÍn Fuster in treating this widespread scourge. For years, U.S. presidents and world leaders have sought Dr. Fuster's expertise and advice--and now he offers it to a wide audience. Dr. Fuster knows it isn't easy putting your health first--to reach and maintain an ideal weight, to quit smoking, and to conquer stress and depression .

all the behaviors and alterations necessary to keep cardiovascular disease at bay. In The Heart Manual , the legendary physician gets to the core of many of today's most important health issues, and offers solid, easy-to-follow tips and advice on how to better the quality of your life and transform cardiovascular disease into a manageable ailment.