Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Find Out If You Are At Risk

By Jon Benson

Want to know what your real odds are of having a heart attack? How about a stroke? Diabetes?
I think most "doctors' tests" are worthless. But some are vital.

It's important to know the difference.

I'm going to give you the three tests you absolutely must take if you want to help ensure your future health.

Statistically, the first test is far more accurate than any blood test. And get this: You can do it at home for free.

Test number one: Simply measure your waistline. Use a tape measure and do not pull it tight. Measure right below the navel.
Write down that number in inches.
Then measure your height (without shoes) in inches. Write that down too.
Multiply the results of your waist measurement by 2.

If this number is greater than your height, you are FOUR TIMES more likely to get heart disease.

Four times. That's more predictive than cholesterol tests by far. And a lot less expensive to boot.

Test number two: Know your SED rate. This is an inflammatory marker in the blood.

Test number three: Know your hsCRP and LP(a) levels. Both of these usually can be done with one test. Both are inflammatory markers, as well as key indicators of heart health.

It's virtually impossible to have a normal SED rate, a normal hsCRP level, anda normal LP(a) level and be at imminent risk for a heart attack, a stroke, or diabetes.
Go to your doctor and ask for these three blood tests. They are all crucial.

[Ed. Note: If you want to build muscle, burn body fat, and improve your overall health, pick up nutrition and fitness counselor Jon Benson's book, 7 Minute Muscle. It's a complete system for dropping fat and building muscle that's guaranteed to work for you. Try it for 60 days and prove it to yourself.

For easy-to-follow exercises you can do at home and delicious, healthy recipes - plus dozens of strategies for getting fit and living longer - sign up for ETR's natural health newsletter.]

Larry Potter
http://budurl.com/nn8h
www.ATicketToWealth.com

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