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The waist-to-hip ratio is a measure of abdominal obesity. Excess body fat in the abdominal area has been closely linked to an increased risk for cardiovascular disease, diabetes and stroke.

Scientists now know far more about the major controllable risk factors for heart disease than for most other diseases. Controlling your blood pressure, maintaining a balanced lifestyle, incorporating a healthy diet and getting proper exercise are major factors in reducing your risk for heart disease. For healthy people, the following steps have been shown to help reduce the risk factors for heart disease. Many of these steps are simple changes in your daily routine that can help you immensely down the road.