Factors You Cannot Change:

over age 60
have had a stroke or a previous heart attack
family members with a heart problem
have diabetes

Factors You Can Control:

smoke or exposed to second-hand smoke on a regular basis
eat high-fat foods (fried foods, luncheon meats, high-fat dairy     products, etc.)
eat few high-fibre foods (whole grains or cereals)
exercise less than four times a week
overweight
lead a stressful life