AviatorCoaster Posted March 30, 2009 Posted March 30, 2009 Hope you get better! It's things like this that help us appreciate life. Carpe diem!
netdvn Posted March 30, 2009 Posted March 30, 2009 My dad recently had his THIRD heart attack in December and my Grandpa had a heart attack a while back, so it runs in the family. Luckily both survived. Anyway, I'm very glad you feel better.
ChrisZer0 Posted March 30, 2009 Posted March 30, 2009 As I have a history of heart problems in my family (Both grandfathers have had issues, dad has high blood pressure), diet is a big thing with me. Ive quit using salt so much (sea/kosher salt if needed, mrs dash or similar for seasoning elsewise). Ive also decreased my red meat intake dramatically, as its being shown that not only can it cause problems with the heart, but elevating risk for cancer as well. Lastly, I bake/broil now more than I fry, I miss the "taste" of something deep-fried, but my heart is alot more thankful for it...
terrancew_hod Posted March 30, 2009 Posted March 30, 2009 I'm glad you are alright as well. My father had a triple bypass several years ago and that was a scary thing. That's one of the reasons I work out since my family has a history of diabetes and heart disease. Terry
ebl Posted March 30, 2009 Posted March 30, 2009 "Well, we walk out with a half pound of unsalted nuts..." (buttonman700) I get my snacks at Target, and I buy their Archer Farms brand nuts---unsalted roasted almonds, cashews, and mixed nuts. A handful a day is a good, healthy snack. And I throw in a couple of squares of dark chocolate, too (I buy the Lindt 85% cacao bars). Eric
buttonman700 Posted March 30, 2009 Author Posted March 30, 2009 just in from a short walk. The real bummer is my gout popped up, the good thing is my NEW Heart Doc is giving me something for the gout! EBL, I'll drop in at Target and take a look at the snacks there. Something we found are sugar free popsicles and skinny cow for a real treat. PRunes, apples, bananas and grapes. Stay in touch all... Ed
buttonman700 Posted April 2, 2009 Author Posted April 2, 2009 Hi all... Back form the doctors and Cardio rehab! Off work for at least two more weeks. Ouch! starting my tredmill routine. Cleared to go to Disneyland on the 10th. I'll see about setting up a meeting. Take care all.
buttonman700 Posted April 24, 2009 Author Posted April 24, 2009 Weighed myself today, down 30 pounds in a month! I'm thinking of starting a blog to share my recipes with people, not that they are anything special, but I'd like to find a way to share my experiences. Well off to bed, another da of treadmill tomorrow.
Kalepi_Konei Posted April 24, 2009 Posted April 24, 2009 ^That's fantastic and I'd love to see a blog with your experiences. BLOG WEBSITE CLICK HERE Glad to see your down 30 pounds! Oh and whats gout?
ebl Posted April 24, 2009 Posted April 24, 2009 ^ Google "gout" and you'll learn everything you want! Great to hear about the weight loss, Ed! Definitely a start in the right direction. As others have said, keep us posted! Eric
gnewton34 Posted April 25, 2009 Posted April 25, 2009 Glad you're doing better. My father died of a massive heart attack at 43. It's not always your weight that causes such things. He weighed 150 but was a smoker and had a very stressful job. I went into nursing as a result of the whole situation because I didn't like not understanding the situation. I now work in an ICU. I checked my cholesterol a couple months ago and it was great, so I was relieved.
buttonman700 Posted June 5, 2009 Author Posted June 5, 2009 i had intended to post more often, but life gets in the way! I have taken off 40lbs and am doing okay. Still tire easy, and have been real moody. I am writing a journal called Ed's Big book of NO! I might post it to the net, we'll see.
ebl Posted June 6, 2009 Posted June 6, 2009 ^ 40 lbs. is a significant loss of weight. I hope you're getting out and doing some walking, as that's great for the heart and easy to do. Do keep us posted. Your journal sounds like it be something that could benefit others. Eric EDIT: If you are walking, try to include some hills. That helps strengthen your heart.
moinab Posted June 6, 2009 Posted June 6, 2009 Congrats on the weight loss! I'm always so happy to hear about someone getting serious about lifestyle changes, after a health scare. I'm a neurology RN, and we have a lot of "frequent fliers," people who just don't take care of themselves. I would probably be out of a job, if it weren't for people who smoke/drink/drug, and/or don't manage their high blood pressure, diabetes, or weight. Seriously, I'd bet at least 90% of my patients land in the hospital due to lifestyle choices. We all tend to think, "It won't happen to me." Keep up the great work!
ash.1111 Posted June 7, 2009 Posted June 7, 2009 Glad everything is going good! Good luck with the changes and hope you live a long, healthy life!
buttonman700 Posted June 18, 2009 Author Posted June 18, 2009 Been busy, Losing weight and keeping on the right track! As of today I have lost 44 pounds and am starting to feel the differance now!
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