Health Tip: Dealing With Peripheral Artery Disease
November 13, 2009, 10:23 AM ET
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Nov. 14 -- (HealthDay News) -- Peripheral artery disease (PAD) raises the risk of a stroke or heart attack. But PAD can be managed by making certain lifestyle changes, notably getting enough physical activity.
The American Heart Association offers these suggestions:
Get regular exercise, at least three times a week. Activities should exercise the legs.Stick to a healthy diet that's low in unhealthy fats and cholesterol.Quit smoking.Take medications prescribed by your doctor. They may include medications to thin the blood, control high blood pressure, and lower "bad" cholesterol.