Book excerpt: Heart disease is one of today's most common -- and preventable -- health conditions. Learn how to reduce your risk, strengthen your heart, and even reverse the disease process with 52 Foods and Supplements for a Healthy Heart. Author Deborah Mitchell has compiled the most comprehensive, up-to-date information on how to promote a healthy heart - naturally and nutritiously. With this book, you will find: • A-to-Z listings of the most essential heart-smart foods, vitamins, and supplements • Simple, nutritional ways to reduce cholesterol, lower blood pressure, reduce the risk of heart attack, and reverse the process of heart disease • How to incorporate healthier foods and supplements into your daily diet • Delicious, easy-to-prepare recipes that your whole family will love • Which supplements to take to replace nutrients that are lost when taking statins • The latest medical studies supporting the importance of certain foods and supplements for a strong, healthy heart 52 Foods and Supplements for a Healthy Heart is an essential reference guide for all interested a healthy diet, and for preventing and reversing the effects of heart disease.