Arteriosclerosis: Patient Education from University of Colorado Hospital

Living With Arteriosclerosis

You can make lifestyle changes that will help you to manage arteriosclerosis or reduce your risk. These changes include:

• Avoiding or quitting smoking
• Managing your weight
• Following a doctor-approved exercise plan
• Modifying your diet by restricting intake of salt and fat and increasing intake of fiber
• Regularly taking prescribed medications to control blood pressure and/or diabetes and lower cholesterol
• Reducing stress

Getting a Second Opinion about Arteriosclerosis

The doctors and staff of University of Colorado Hospital are happy to provide second opinions for patients who have symptoms of or a diagnosis of Arteriosclerosis.

Additional Arteriosclerosis Resources

American Heart Association

National Health Information Center