Strong Women, Strong Hearts: Proven Strategies Tailored Specifically for Women [Large Print] [Paperback]

Miriam E. Nelson (Author), Alice Lichtenstein (Author), M.A., Lawrence Lindner (Author)

Book Description

Series: Strong Women | Publication Date: April 4, 2006

The latest in the bestselling Strong Women series, addressing a major (and often misunderstood) women's health issue.

Women's health authority Miriam E. Nelson and renowned heart expert Alice H. Lichtenstein present an essential resource-and easy-to-follow program-designed to empower women to take charge of their heart health.

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About the Author

Miriam E. Nelson, Ph.D., is an associate professor at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy and Director of the Center for Physical Fitness at Tufts University. Her research has been published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

Alice H. Lichtenstein, D.Sc., D.SC., the Stanley N. Gershoff Professor of Nutrition Science Policy at the Friedman School at Tufts.

LAWRENCE LINDNER, M.A., pens the "Eating Right" column for the Boston Globe and writes frequently about health matters.

Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Perigee Trade (April 4, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0399532374
• ISBN-13: 978-0399532375
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,669,820 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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25 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars strong women,strong hearts :a practical guide, May 20, 2005

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This review is from: Strong Women, Strong Hearts (Hardcover)

This is a highly readable scientifically based book on how to decrease the risk of developing heart disease. The strongest points are its emphasis on cardiovascular disease in women and the evidence based scientific literature regarding the nature of the problem and the approaches to decreasing heart disease. The dietary advice is sound without being trendy or glib, the advice on appropriate receipes is useful. The guide to adequate exercise and physical activity is very helpful. An excellent book by science professionals for the laymen audience.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good book for those not in the know, August 5, 2005

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Betty M. Brown (Madison, Wisconsin) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Strong Women, Strong Hearts (Hardcover)

I thought this was a very good book - but for people who really have no, or very little knowledge about taking care of their heart. It gives very good info on how the heart works, different procedures, and exercise. Diet is also included with recipes

8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Practical heart health information for Women, August 22, 2005

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This review is from: Strong Women, Strong Hearts (Hardcover)

I teach Heart Health classes for women. I can't wait to recommend this book to my students. It offers an easy to read, very practical approach to making healthful lifestyle changes.