Heart

Become body literate with Heart: An Owner's Guide, the next book in The Body Literacy Library, an enlightening series that will democratize health for a new generation of readers. Heart: An Owner's Guide is an informative, practical, and engaging introduction to all aspects of heart health with the goal of living well and longer. Find out what exactly is the key to a long and healthy life and what is your own personal cardiac risk. Author Dr. Paddy Barrett is an engaging and media-friendly consultant cardiologist who specializes in preventative health care. He translates medical jargon into simple, clear prose, answering frequently asked patient questions, such as "Should I take aspirin?," "Are heart attacks hereditary?," "Is red wine healthy?," "Why do I have erectile dysfunction?," and much more. From what you should eat (or not) and exercising smarter to why stress is as dangerous as smoking, this hard-working book applies science to the everyday, with simple illustrations, checklists, FAQs, and myth busters, all supported by the latest medical research. Heart: An Owner's Guide won't just help you better understand your body--it might even save your life.