On many meds. Just told heart test shows a tough heart with fibers and had another medicine added.Told my heart was over working. What type of diet, exercise, and prognosis for the future. Scared me so bad I quite college Tuesday. I am a senior citizen, with a BMI of 28.3. have had high blood pressure for years and was treated for it. Took Vioxx for 5-6 years and now taking many meds.
Worried about future. Any advice.
Hi JHL,
I am sorry to hear that you are going through so much.
A BMI of 28.3 is considered overweight, so certainly you could benefit from weight loss. Excersice is something you should definately speak with your physician about due to your heart disease, but he may allow and encourage some simple walking and light weight training. As for your diet, starting to follow a heart healthy diet is definately warrented. Check out these links for details on Coronary Artery Disease and a diet that is good for your heart and cholesterol.
Top 5 Omega 3 sources to lower your cholesterol
Best of Luck,
Monica M. Skidmore, MS, RD, LDN
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