Heart disease is America's No. 1 killer, causing one in every four deaths. Yet new science and time-tested strategies hold the keys to having a healthy heart. In this special edition, TIME shows the remarkable resiliency of this organ and the best ways to keep it in top shape for a lifetime.
Highlights include:
Astonishing new advances in treating heart disease
The strong connection between our emotions and our cardiovascular health
Promising new drugs and proven heart-healthy diets
