This groundbreaking book is the first to take into consideration the heart health of women of color and provide an action plan to overcome the unique cultural and genetic challenges they face in staying heart healthy. It doesn"t merely present generic information on diet, exercise and eliminating stress, but highlights the importance of community, culture, and lifestyle. This complete five week program includes: Ways to eat a heart healthy diet by learning what to eat and how much as well as how to modify traditional recipes so they still taste the same. An easy-to-follow exercise program that uses walking to benefit health and well-being with suggestions for where to walk if the neighborhood is unsafe, and ways to get the whole family involved. Information on how women can work with their doctor to get the most out of their health.