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Laura posted an update in the group
Heart Disease 1 year, 1 month agoI have been told that my cholesterol is elevated! I do not want to take medication and wish to try to lower my levels on my own. I now eat oatmeal now in the morning, use olive oil for cooking which I have always done, cut back on red meat consumption (only eating 99% lean) and stopped using butter and switched to smart balance which I’ve been…[Read more]
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Laura posted an update in the group
Hypertension 1 year, 1 month agoWhenever I have a doctors appt., my blood pressure is elevated. I have an hour car ride to my doctor and this involves busy highway driving and I usually have a mug of coffee for the drive. Would my elevated pressure have anything to do with this, and how or what can I do differently before my next physical??? I do not want my doctor to…[Read more]
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Laura, get a god quality blood pressure cuff and see what your readings are at home. How high is your blood pressure? Have you had that level most of your life. What about your HDL level? You are correct in thinking that your genes spell doom.
It is great that you are working on healthier life style changes.
Meditation (or concentrated extended…[Read more]
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Tondolia became a registered member 1 year, 1 month ago
Hi Laura, the best thing you can do is follow this program. It is helping many.
I personally think eating organic butter would be better for you than eating a processed, factory originated ‘food’. I am not a doctor.
I used to eat olive oil on my toast to make sure I got a tablespoon or two a day. Exercise can help lower cholesterol. and Of…[Read more]