It's the little things that count, like taking the stairs instead of the elevator, or using your fingers instead of the remote to change the channel. The American Heart Association's Fitting in Fitness guide gives you hundreds of simple ways to fit physical activity into your lifestyle, no matter how hectic it is.

From the famous “Dummies” series comes yet another gem: Insurance for Dummies. This book cuts through the doublespeak and gives you indispensable pointers on how to reduce premiums, find the best insurance for your needs, understand the different types of insurance—and perhaps most importantly, learn to read the fine print and avoid those traps and loopholes! As much fun and it is informative.

Stop putting off healthy eating habits due to a busy lifestyle. The American Heart Association's One Dish Meals cookbook has over 200 recipes that just require one to cook them. Planning and cooking healthy meals has never been easier.