What is it?
The Total Atherosclerosis Management (TAM) Program is designed to reverse the process of heart disease and prevent arterial blockage. It is a comprehensive, scientifically-based therapeutic approach. Located in Marin County, in California, has been in existence since 1993.  It is owned and operated by the Heart Health Institute, a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit organization.

The TAM Program is a Lifestyle Management Program that follows a comprehensive, integrated and holistic approach to reducing risk factors contributing to coronary heart disease.

TAM  was developed in 1993 Recent scientific evidence suggests that adopting new lifestyle skills and attitudes greatly reduces the risk for future problems from cardiac disease. Learning new habits related to exercise, nutrition, eating behaviors, emotional response, and stress management in a supportive, professional environment enhances an individual’s chance of success in preventing or recovering from heart problems. The TAM model is for those individuals with a strong interest in creating healthy lifestyle habits that will last a lifetime.

As a participant in TAM you will receive:

• Individualized exercise and fitness plan
• Individual and group instruction regarding a heart healthy eating plan
• Computer analysis of your current nutritional status, and follow-up as you progress
• Guidance in shopping, storing, cooking and preparing food for maximum nutritional value
• Stress Management therapies and integrated mind/body techniques
• Group support and enhanced communication skills
• Up to date scientific information and education on emerging cardiovascular risk factors and therapeutic procedures.
• Innovative heart-related wellness practices
• And … more!

Who is it for?
The TAM Program is open to anyone with or at risk for cardiovascular disease. Spouses or partners are also welcome.

People with Cardiovascular Disease (CVD)
TAM has helped over 650 people since 1993 to make lifestyle changes. The 5 year survival rate after TAM is over 96%, and a high percentage of participants are event free in the same period.

People with Cardiac Risks Interested in Prevention
Some TAM participants are learning lifestyle changes before they have a heart attack. Twenty percent of Americans have one or more type of CVD, and about 1 million Americans will die of CVD this year. Up to 50% of people who experience a heart attack will die from it and many heart attacks occur without prior warning signs.