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Exercising for extreme fitness

That perfectly toned body does not require you to put an end to your social life and spend hours and hours doing those strenuous weight trainings in the gym. What comes to aid is a regular full body work out. A regular full body work out not only gets you that perfect muscular body but also comes with several added advantages, it not only helps you save time by cutting down on the amount of time spent at the gym but also prevents burnouts apart from boosting the cardiovascular system which leads to extreme fitness. What cuts down the time is that one needs to spend around an hour in the gym three times a week and that is what makes it a quality workout rather than concentrating on the quantity.

The biggest advantage of having to train only thrice a week is that it gives ample time to do cardiovascular exercises during spare time that ends up adding to the efficiency of the exercise regime. One thing that is very crucial is heavy weight lifting. Desired results can only be achieved with heavy weights; light weights would not serve the purpose here. Another thing to be kept in mind is to target one muscle group at one time.

The secret behind the success of this regime is that it not only boosts testosterone levels but at the same time also increases levels of cortisol in the body, both of which help you get that dream body by building your muscles.

I’m a 15 year old, can I take weight loss supplements?

Even though I have a good fat to muscle ratio, i still a lot of fat around my stomach, thighs and pecks. But I heard about this thing called “Ultra Lean Green”, it’s simply a powder you put to a bottle of water to make into green tea, and supposedly it works really well. Are there any health issues I should be worried about because of my age? And also, if you have used it or know someone who has used it, can you tell me your or their results of it. Help me out guys, I’m tired of having a bunch of fat where I don’t want it. Oh, and one more thing, diet and exercise alone doesn’t seem to cut it for me.

Answer

just check on the label because most diet supplements say you have to be 18 before using it. You may even go to the doctor and ask about it.

Teen Weight Loss?

Hi. I’m 15 years old, 5 feet and 6 inches, and I am 125 pounds. I am not trying to lose major weight. I just want to shed 5 to 10 pounds. I was wondering if there are any teen appropriate weight loss supplements or metabolism speeders. I have been exercising a lot and eating healthy foods, but I can’t seem to lose weight. Are there any effective weight loss methods or excercises that I can do that are inexpencive?? Please help. Thanks.

Answer

You can’t lose weight because you don’t need to, simple as that.

There are no safe weight loss pills for ANYONE, let alone teens.

What is the best supplement to help lose weight quickly?

I am trying desperately to lose weight. I’m 18 and have struggled with weight all my life. I would love to lose about 130 and need to do so in order to be healty. I have tried every diet in the past from low carb, to low cal and fat. I do not eat much and gain a lot more weight than what I take in. I am one string from giving up and I am desperate. I am going to give another try to weight loss and this time I am planning to use a supplement to assist me. I am also considering doing the hollywood diet on the weekends to help. I went to the store and seen all of the different supplements and just really don’t know what is best. If you could help me I would really appreciate it.

Answer

honestly no supplement out there is going to work without proper exercise and a balance diet.

to start off with focus on cardiovascular work. 3 - 4 days a week of treadmill, bike, stairmaster, etc.. work for 30 45 min and always go for time rather than intensity (meaning lower down the level inorder to complete your time if you have too)

I hope this helps. I’d do this for at least 1 month before starting weight training. when a months up ask again

NV weight loss pills and side effects.?

I started taking NV weight loss pills three days ago. Several hours after taking the first pill (recommended on an empty stomach) I started feeling nauseous. I’ve been that way for 3 days now. Has anyone taken this pill and had any side effects? Wondered if perhaps my body just needed to get accustomed to the pill. I also tried Smart Burn with Hoodia - no side effects but the pills are HUGE and too hard to swallow.

Answer

Hi

You shouldn’t be taking any pills to reach your goals.

All pills will make you have a lot of side effects. While taking them, you feel horrible.

A better way for you would be to do excercises or jogging.

I wish you all the best

Cheers,

Gina

Weight Loss Tips? WITHOUT Extreme Dieting OR Pills?!?

I want to shed a few pounds, like, 10 to 20. Any tips? I need to do this NOW! I have like, about 2 weeks at the most.

Answer

Running and stretching is crucial to some great weight loss. 20 minutes running in the morning is a good starter to your day and is fast and easy. Eat foods that have a lot of water in them (fruits, veggies, broth-based soups, etc.) and drink a lot of water (stay away from liquids with calories). Stretching before bed and when you wake up helps too.

Weight loss tablets/supplements

Are people who take weight loss tablets instead of eating less and doing exercise just lazy?

Answer

dont be silly ive a thyroid problem

Best weight loss and muscle gain supplement?

Is there a supplement that I can gain muscle and lose weight, without stacking

Answer

In short, No.

It’s extremely hard (if not impossible) to lose weight and gain muscle at the same time. You can, however, lose fat and maintain your muscle mass. This is done by combining a low-calorie, low-sugar (low glycemic-index) diet and a cardio routine with your normal lifting routine.

Body builders go through cycles that consist of a few months of “bulking” and a few months of “cutting”. They do this because If the try to do both at the same time, one of them has to give.

When you’re trying to “cut”, or lose excess body fat, your lifestyle (diet and cardio) should be one that does not promote significant muscle gain.

My advice would be to do it the right way. Go through a bulking stage where you consume enough calories for your muscles to take full advantage of your workouts. Then, when you’re built up, go through a “cutting” phase where you cut down on the calories and try to remove sugar from your diet (only consuming complex carbohydrates, “good” fats, and plenty of protein as always).

Good luck my man.

Best weight loss pill?

What is the best weight loss pill available over the counter out there today? Please only answer if you have used them personally.

Answer

i have use tons of weight loss pills and the ones that work for me was:

zantrex-3 boost your energy

laptopril

hidroxicut ( no very good)

remember that everything has side effects

Does anyone know if the Acai Berry Pills REALLY work for weight loss?

I have read a few different things about this and everyone is saying how great it is for just about everything. However, I know how “great” things can sound when they are trying to be sold, so I was just wondering if anyone (not interested in making a sale) has tried this. If so what were the results? Honestly, is it worth the money?

Answer

Does Acai REALLY work for weight loss? The simple answer is yes. The complex answer is that acai will help you lose weight faster as long as you are eating right and exercising a bit. Let me explain…

First let me say that acai berries have far more antioxidants than any other fruit. Even more than blueberries! Besides that, the nutrients in acai berry supplements help many other diseases and maladies, from diabetes to arthritis to blood clotting. It really is a worthwhile supplement to add to your daily nutrition.

As far as the acai berry assisting with fat loss, acai can be a great weight loss aid. The berry’s natural concoction of essential fatty acids, fiber, phytosterols and amino acids work together to help your body burn fat more efficiently, process food more quickly and shed the unwanted pounds that you’d like to lose.

The fatty acids and amino acids aid in both muscle development and proper digestion, both of which are essential to fat loss. The fiber helps your body to move food out of your system quicker and also to help you feel full, as do fatty acids. Phytosterols help fortify your digestive tract, moving waste materials out and absorbing nutrients more efficiently.

I wouldn’t say that acai berries are the magic weight loss pill, but I would say that acai could be an important ingredient in your vitamin / supplement / weight loss arsenal. You should also exercise at least 3 times a week and stay away from junk food. Good luck!

What I recommend is to get a free trial of Extreme Acai, which you can get at the source link below. Then you should follow some of the other links on that site to find a sensible diet and a moderate exercise plan. Try to eat fewer carbs at night, and fewer calories over all if you think you can’t lose weight. Exercise at least 3 days a week. Give it 1 month and you should be able to lose 5-10 lbs easy.

So far using acai is working for me by helping my digestion, curbing my appetite, and by giving me more energy each day… I don’t even get sleepy around 3pm anymore. I’m going to keep using acai until a better antioxidant / weight loss supplement hits the market, if ever.

Has anyone tried weight loss supplement to help lose weight - Lipo-6, Hydroxy Cut, Alli etc?

Answer

i tried “Metabolife” pills about 5 years ago and i lost 30 pounds…but when i stopped the weight came right back and the pills had really bad side effects like rapid heartbeat and severe loss of appetite so 2 years ago i decided to try the Slimfast diet plan along with exercising 5 days a week i lost 50 pounds (which got me to my goal weight) and i kept it off for 2 years (until i got pregnant LOL) using diet pills is always a bad idea (most of them do not even work unless they have some type of ephedrine or Hoodia in them) the best way to lose weight is through diet and exercise…i hope this helps!!!

Weight Loss Supplements Notes

It is very important to stay healthy in our everyday lives. We need to keep track on our diet and make sure that we balance it in a right manner. We need to remember that becoming overweight could give rise to serious health issues in the future. Over weight people face many problems both mentally and physically.

There have been lots of controversies on Nutrition Notes on Weight Loss Supplements. The food and drug administration has banned the illegal products which are harmful to our health. However, there are lots of products that you will find in the market, which promises you to help with your weight loss program. There are possibilities that these products can give you side effects like heart and digestive problems, headaches, insomnia, and even psychological disorder.

The supplement manufacturers use chemical that claim to absorb carbohydrates but the research has not shown any results which can be termed as satisfactory. Chitosan is one such product which has failed drastically as Weight Loss Supplement. The food supplement manufacturers have also tried to make products which make you lose your hunger or appetite. What it means is that it decreases your appetite and makes you mentally feel not hungry. This product is known as Guar Gum, which again has failed to help you with the weight loss but it helps in controlling sugar and blood cholesterol.

There is another product in the market which is very appealing to the people and it is called cutting gel. It is one of the latest Weight Loss Supplement products. All you need to do is to apply this gel over the part of your body from where you want to remove the body fat. It is quite popular in the market these days.

It is advisable to lose weight in a natural manner and that would involve physical exercise and maintaining a balance diet.

Teethgrinding. Best treatment?

My partner grinds his teeth in his sleep which drives me insane. I know this condition can be related to stress so should he see a doctor or dentist? I’ve asked him about anything he could be worried about but he’s done this for years so has no idea what could be causing it.

I know you can buy mouth guards to help but he would prefer a treatment for the cause rather than the symptoms.

ANSWER

teethgrinding is a habit but can also be stress related or they could be anxious. there is no cure for teeth grinding sry. but there are ways of prevent it from occuring like going to an orthodontist who will look at his jaw because teethgrinding is the number one sysmptom of TMJ a jaw problem where your jaw joint can move from side to side and lock and also pop out of its joint many people experience these just thinking its a once off thing and ignore it to the point where they have done so much damage to the jaw joint that there can be very severe consequenses. the most common way to soothe teeth grinding is to wear a mouth guard which evenly dispatches the pain over the entire mouth and the guard also takes the pressure off so that the enamel isnt wrecked. then there is jaw surgery to fix the jaw harmony and there are many other ways but just go down to an orthodontist and they will help him (& u) with any problems you might have.

good luck

High Blood Pressure caused by stress: any drug-free treatment?

I regularly check my blood pressure and recently, my blood pressure has been at the range from Prehypertension to Stage 1 Hypertension. I had a detailed physical exam a couple of weeks ago, and the doctor said it had nothing to do with what I ate. Not to mention, I eat VERY healthy. I eat mostly fruits and vegetables, very little meat, and almost no junk food at all (I’m not overweight/obese) either.

People have told me to “watch my diet,” but as I’ve mentioned, I eat very healthy, and it has almost nothing to do with what I eat. So at this point, we are all assuming that my high blood pressure is caused by a series of stress from school, family, and friends–making it so I also lack sleep at the same time. I know “getting more sleep” is obviously a helpful treatment, but I’m looking for some more advice from health experts.

Is there any way I can treat this (i.e. meditation, more exercise, etc.)? Any other facts or advice related to high blood pressure are also welcome! Thank you!

ANSWER

Hmm….i know this may seem rude …but….is your body weight “high” or more importantly…is your body fat percentage “high”? One recomendation I have is fiber! Fiber is a great way to reduce BP. Women are suppossed to get around 17 grams a day. I too have high BP, mine is usually 130/70….which isnt good. I tend to worry alot. Flaxseed oil is also another great alternative or something else with high levels of Omega fatty acids. I just started taking them. Alot of people attribute to lower their BP with this method.

  You also may have a condition known as “White coat syndrome” it is a fancy term for “nervousness of doctors and hospitals.” Everytime I go to the doctors I get a little nervous.

Good luck

Is Homeopathy treatment effective for depression?

ANSWER

Yes, homeopathy has helped countless people naturally, safely, affordably and permanently heal from depression.

Homeopaths are not counselors, although our listening skills makes a client feel as deeply heard and received. Rather, we tease out “symptoms” in the sharing of your depression, and physical symptoms are part of the treatment. Symptoms to a homeopath go beyond those that people commonly associate with illness. We explore your food cravings, aversions and those that give you problems; the position in which you like to sleep; your weather and temperature preferences; your past and current health history; the history of your family’s health, as well as genetic predispositions; life situation events and stresses. Whether the underlying cause of your depression is childhood trauma, bereavement, an injury or accident, related to hormonal transitions - in treating the individual you uniquely are, hope and joy are certain to follow.

I’m a certified professional homeopath with a family practice for more than 25 years. In case you’re located in North America, the national directory for certified professional homeopaths is http://www.homeopathicdirectory.com.

Best wishes.

Is it possible to reverse the negative health effects that stress has had on the body?

ANSWER

Yes, but the sufferer must walk away from stressful situations even if it is a job.

Downsize the life, get rid of the TV, relax, go for walks and MEDITATE. Meditate on peaceful thoughts and your breathing. Close your eyes and clear your mind. Keep doing this over the weeks or months until you are able to do so without stressful thoughts.

Envision yourself as healthy and happy.

Your heart and body will recuperate.

Mind over matter.

What is the best way to relieve stress?

I work two jobs and feel really wound up at the moment, I dont get a lot of me time and would like to know what kind of exercise is best for it

ANSWER

Exercise like yoga or ti-chi is good for stress. It will help to loosen tense muscles and improve the energy flow through your body (stress can often lead to energy blockages and all the associated symtoms of stress).

A good relaxation exercise to do before you go to sleep at night or at the start of the day is:

lie on your back with your eyes closed.

imagine a warm golden light rising through your feet, slowly up through your legs to your root chakra (on your pelvic bone) You may see a gold light and feel the warmth

At each Chakra (root - pelvis, sacral - below naval, solar plexus - above naval) imagine the light, warmth and energy penetrating all of the muscles in the area.

When you reach the heart chakra (in your chest) imagine the warmth, light and energy flowing down your arms, then up to the throat chakra (over your throat) third eye chakra (brow) and crown chakra (top of your head) and connecting you with a divine or higher power.

The energy and light spills over and emcompasses you in an egg shape.

Then imagine a white light coming through your crown chakra down through your feet connecting you to the earth and grounding you.

The white and gold lights merge. Know that this energy is protecting you and is available for you to draw on at any time.

Which is the best natural medicine for stress ?

ANSWER

if you are a woman: Black Cohosh (available in all pharmacies in the Supplement/Vitamins section).

if you are a guy: work out.

Effects of STRESS on Health :

Stress refers to the psychological and physiological response of our body to events that usually threatens our physical or emotional balance. A stressed out person would usually experience an increase in heart rate, palpitations and tensing of the body’s muscle.

While it is true that stress has become part of life, particularly now with our extremely fast-paced lifestyles, there are certain kinds of stress medical experts have considered as chronic stress. Chronic stress, or simply being distressed, is a long term physical and psychological condition where the responses of the body to stress last for a longer period of time and, on top of the various symptoms that have already been mentioned, the person would also become more sickly because the immune system is also affected, making them more susceptible to contract all sorts of illnesses and diseases. Other health conditions experienced by a person experiencing chronic stress are the following:

Headaches

Upset Stomach

High Blood Pressure

Chest Pains

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Eating Disorders

Allergies

Insomnia

Backaches

Colds

Fatigue

Although stress is a common phenomenon, it is considered by medical experts as a subjective phenomenon depending as to whether a particular event is considered by an individual as threatening or pleasurable. This is also the reason why one event can trigger various levels of stress towards different individuals. What makes diagnosing stress on a certain individual is that people react to stress differently. Some people might be more prone to having eating disorders as a response to stress while some might just simply experience severe headaches.

Learning how to deal with stress is the best way to avoid the various health conditions brought about by this. Some suggested methods of coping with stress include meditation, relaxation and changing one’s daily routine.

Is “hyperacidity” a medical term.?

i mean, is it used in diagnosing a patient.?

do doctors use the term hyperacidity.?

ANSWER :

I don’t think so. My mind first went to “hyper-acidity” of the stomach. Gastric acid is hydrochloric acid & when there’s an excess, I believe it’s called hyperchlorhydria (not absolutely sure on that). Acidosis refers to increased acidity in the blood.

What is the fastest way to get rid of hyperacidity?

home made remedies are preferable. thanks

ANSWER :

Remedies for Hyperacidity and Heartburn:

If you feel acid problem in your stomach then chew some basil leaves. Slowly suck a small piece of jaggery. Almonds are quite effective in treating heartburn; chew few almonds when you experience heartburn. A glass of chilled milk is a quick remedy for hyperacidity and heartburn. Ginger root with honey taken after meal is effective for treating heartburn.

Diet for Hyperacidity and Heartburn:

Fruits like apple, watermelon and banana are recommended for people with hyperacidity problem. Avoid fried food, pickle, hot and spicy food. Take your meals regularly on time, don’t skip them. Drink plenty of water. Avoid garlic, onion, pepper, radish and cabbage. Avoid unripe fruits. Do not haste while eating, always chew your food properly. Include plenty of green and leafy vegetables in your diet.

Suggestions for Hyperacidity and Heartburn:

To prevent acid reflux, maintain proper posture after your meal. Never go to bed or lie down immediately after a meal.

What’s the cure for hyper acidity?

ANSWER :

When the stomach contains more hydrochloric acid than normal the condition is called hyperacidity. This excessive secretion may lead to ulcer in the stomach. Heartburn is caused when the gastric acid refluxes back to esophagus. Hyperacidity promotes heartburn, ulcers and reflux. There may be burning sensation or pain in the stomach after one to four hours of a meal. You may feel hungry frequently, usually after one or two hours of a meal. Heartburn may be experienced when you lie down. Belching, nausea, bitter taste in mouth, vomiting and loss of appetite are some other symptoms of hyperacidity. After a large meal, a constant pain may occur in the upper abdomen.

Homeopathic remedies:

· Iris Vers.: works well for persons having sour and bitter belching, and acidity causing sick headaches.

· Nux Vomica: for persons having gastric derangement due to sedentary habits or over-eating, causing nausea and sour taste in mouth in the morning with bitter eructation. Flatulent distension of abdomen and spasmodic pain with upward pressure causing shortness of breath. Stomach is very sensitive. Sensation of weight in the stomach.

· Natrum Phos: is made from sodium phosphate and is an excellent mineral for digestion. Especially suited to young children who have been fed too much sugar; and develop sour vomiting; greenish, sour, foul smelling diarrhea, with a creamy white coating at the back of the tongue. Used for upset stomach and sleeplessness due to indigestion.

· Carbo Veg.: is best suited to patients with a slow and imperfect digestion, very offensive flatulence in upper part of the abdomen, and the patient feels better after discharge of gas or eructation.

· Robinia: works well for acidity with frontal headache. Burning pains in stomach. Stools and discharges smell sour. Acid vomiting. Mainly used for acidity in children.

Diet for Hyperacidity problem

Fruits like apple, watermelon and banana are recommended for people with hyperacidity problem. Avoid fried food, pickle, hot and spicy food. Take your meals regularly on time, don’t skip them. Drink plenty of water. Avoid garlic, onion, pepper, radish and cabbage. Avoid unripe fruits. Do not haste while eating, always chew your food properly. Include plenty of green and leafy vegetables in your diet.

Is there parmanent cure of hyperacidity?

I am suffering from GERD. My dr. advised medicine which is a combination of rabeprazole & itopride. As long as medicine continues I’m fine. But soon after stopping the same the problem returns. Do I have to take medicine for life long? Plz intimate if there is any remedy. I expect suggestions from qualified persons only.

ANSWER :

Mine’s the same way. I’m assuming that I will take the medication forever but as long as it controls the problem, I’m good with that.

Is ginger good for hyperacidity? is it safe to use for pregnant women?

ANSWER :

Ginger is safe to use during pregnancy, I use to take ginger root herbal pills for nausia and they really helped. I think it would also help with the hyperacidity too.

Can I use pearl white slimming capsule eventhough I am having hyperacidity?

I’m afraid to use because I don’t experienced any kind of slimming pills.

ANSWER :

in case you don’t know yet, most slimming pills are complete scams and do not work. Perhaps you should invest in some exercise instead, its much cheaper

How to solve the Gastric problem?

ANSWER :

what kind of gastric problem? there’s lots of them.. is it an ulcer? hyperacidity.. try to be more specific.. there are different treatments on different problems..

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for hyperacidity.. okay.. first of all, you need to go to your doctor for a proper diagnosis.. if hyperacidity is diagnosed, the doc will give u a prescription for an antacid depending on the cause of hyperacidity..

also… this tips could help:

don’t drink too much coffee, and alcohol, don’t smoke, try to avoid stress.. as these can cause hyperacidity

I have severe gastric problem, wen i get up in the morning i find my tommy is full of gas?

ANSWER :

Smoking should be stopped and alcohol consumption should be reduced.

Meals should be small so that the stomach lining is not unduly stretched.

Consumption of milk, coffee and aerated drinks must be reduced.

Diet rich in fibre and Vitamin A is helpful in reducing the risk

Fruits with their skins must be consumed.

Exercise may also reduce the risk

the drugs you can use are

Chlordiazepoxide plus Clidinium bromide

Omeprazole

Roxatidine

pls take expert advice before taking any of them

Stomach ulcers?

ANSWER :

Hi Casey K, signs of a stomach ulcer can include nausea, loss of appetite, abdominal pain just beneath the ribcage, indigestion, vomiting, symptoms of anemia, weight loss, and blood present in vomit or bowel movements.

If you experience these symptoms for any length of time, it is important to seek medical attention. These are not symptoms to be ignored.

Stomach ulcers occur when there is a break in the tissue lining of the stomach. These ulcers normally occur in the stomach or the first part of the small intestine that leads out of the stomach, called the duodenum.

Treatment options for stomach ulcers can consist of over the counter medications, prescription medications, modifying your diet, perhaps a lifestyle change that includes the addition of exercise and reduction of stress, and as a last result, surgery.

Jason Homan

How to get rid of excess gas produced in stomach ?

i have hyperacidity. It gets more severe when i take oily foods….

ANSWER :

Try Beano.

85/45 blood pressure?

30 weeks pregnant with 85/45. shaky and dizzy. water and salt intake not helping.

Answer

That’s very low…get to a Hospital before you harm your child…

What is considered low blood pressure?

what numbers indicate low blood pressure?

Answer

=>140/90 = Hypertension

121/81-139/89 = Prehypertension

91/61-120/80 = Normal

<=90/60 = Low

This link showes the accepted standards of normal, prehypertensive, and hypertension:

MedlinePlus - High Blood Pressure

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/highb…

This link showes the accepted standards of Low Blood Pressure:

MedlinePlus - Low Blood Pressure

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/lowbl…

People keep saying that “average” or “normal” blood pressure is 120/80. NO IT IS NOT!!! Normal blood pressure is BELOW 120/80. Check the sources I provided.

Drives me nuts!

Terry

Does low blood pressure make mountain climbing more difficult?

I have low blood pressure and am prone to getting light-headed. I’d like to try mountain climbing and am aware that the thin air at high altitudes can cause spaciness. I’m wondering if low blood pressure and high altitude can interact with or compound each other, and if those with low blood pressure are more adversely affected by high altitudes. Thanks!

Answer

I had very low blood pressure when I was younger and would often get light headed (I live at 5500ft) but never had any problems at altitiude - even at 14,000+ft. Some people are not affected much and others are - I don’t believe this has to do with altitude.

Not all climbing involves high altitudes - I would try hiking some smaller mountains first and see how you feel. You may have more normal blood pressure when you exhert yourself.

You could also just try rock climbing - which doesn’t always involve altitiude if you do climbs starting at lower elevations.

Good Luck

Fast heart rate but low blood pressure?

My heart rate tends to run a little high - upwards of 100-110 bpm, while my blood pressure is a bit low.. usually around 90/60.

I understand that this can be related, with the low blood pressure causing the increase in heart rate, but my question was… the usual problem with a high heart rate is the increased strain on the heart. If blood pressure is low, however, doesn’t that mean that - despite the higher number of beats - the heart isn’t actually working any harder?

Just wondering what sort of long-term issues I’m looking at, if any. My doctor doesn’t think it’s a big deal, considering my otherwise perfect health and that some people naturally have heart rates closer to 100 than 80. He also cited the blood pressure, mentioning that my blood pressure would drop far too much with any sort of medication.

So, specifically, the question is:

What, if any, long-term effects or issues am I facing with a faster heart rate - taking the low blood pressure into account?

Answer

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Low Blood Pressure- Should I See A Doctor?

Hello, I am a 17 year old male. I went to a blood donation place today to donate blood. They turned me down because my blood pressure was too low. I was 120 over 46. I heard this is really low. Should I go to see a doctor. The nurse asked me if i worked out that morning because this can often make it lower but I havent for 2-3 days. I am 6 foot and 180 pounds.

Answer

Keep your bp at that level the rest of your life and you will be very well off. If someone doesn’t know your entire medical history, any comment they make won’t be exactly accurate for your particular case. Guys normally have a lower heart rate and low bp than women because of the size of their lungs and heart. You are ok. They are very picky about blood for obvious reasons.

Low Blood Pressure and Dizziness?

I have been experiencing low blood pressure and dizziness the past few days - 78/54 and 81/62 are a few examples.

When I stand up I feel disoriented. I have a call into my doctor - but does anyone know how low is too low? This has been happening for a few days now and I have been under a great deal of stress, but the tightness in my chest is starting to worry me and I am starting to feel as if I should stop waiting on the doctor to call back and go the the hospital.

I usually run about 110/80

Answer

You may have what’s called orthostatic hypotension. Person above me may also have this since it is related to standing up.

Basically it means that when you stand up your blood pressure drops too much and definitely can cause dizziness.

Take your BP sitting down and then wait a few minutes put the cuff on, then stand up and see if your BP dropped more.

Problems related to your heart can also cause normal hypotension, meaning just low blood pressure or you may have a combo of both.

I recommend getting your heart checked for any problems leading to decreased cardiac output, etc.

Have a good one!

Celiac low blood pressure?

I’ve just turned 20 and for about 11 months I’ve been having symptoms such as abdominal cramps, attacks of diarrhea with this fat like mucus stuff that comes out (sometimes bloody), constipation, tingling in my fingers, painful muscle cramps, painful mouth sores, chronic indigestion, gurgling in throat and rectum, dizzy spells, my clothes are looser but the scale says I weigh the same, I’m tired all the time. Even after sleeping forever, I still feel drained of energy, I get these floater and sometimes eye pain, sometimes I itch all over, dry patches of skin on my face, shortness of breath sometimes, balance problems (not horrible, but slightly noticeable), allergies, etc…

Anyway, I got my celiac levels tested in february and they were slightly raised, in december I had a cbc done and my WBC count was slightly raised. On march 20th, when I went to the dr’s, I had my blood pressure done and I asked the assistant how it was. And he talked kind of fast, so I couldn’t hear him well

Answer

Hi first rule out all other causes using cbc and other tests, but sounds like you are suffering from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), but consult yr doc hes the best source to confirm anything.

Low Blood pressure? Mine was reading 106/35 today.. then it went to 58/47 for a while..then 173/….more..?

Is diastolics at 35 bad? Is 58/47 too low? I was having chest pains when my diastolic was 35… what condition causes such severe fluctuations is short periods of time? Is this why often, I feel like I am in a haze? Lightheaded… or is that when it is high… I never knew I had blood pressure issues… these are bone crackling pains in my right side… not my left? What is this… I thought it was a heart attack today.. but the doc said my eeg or ekg which ever it was was fine… help?

Answer

These readings are probably not accurate - your pulse pressure is only 11 mm Hg, which is below the threshold for heart failure, but even if the readings are inaccurate, your pressure appears to be dangerously low given your symptoms.

You should probably not be alone with this type of problem until you know whats going on - you can pass out and go into shock. One thing you can do is to help a little is to stay fully hydrated. Pay attention to your pulse rate and see if it is 50 beats per minute or less, and if so, you need to lie down with your feet elevated higher than your head and keep a phone with you at all times. If you are alone when this happens, call someone take you to the hospital, or call 911 if you feel like you might pass out.

The EKG at the docs office may not mean much if your heart beat or your pulse rate is abnormal only when this problem occurs. You probably need to be on a heart monitor for the docs to diagnose the problem, and you might also need some type of medication for emergencies.

High resting heart rate but low blood pressure?

I have a resting heart rate of 172 (around there) but my blood pressure’s quite low at 52/76.. is that normal?

Answer

My heart doctor loves my blood pressure to be low but when it got as low as yours he was not happy. Mine runs 98/65 . My heart rate was too high like yours never under 110 so he put me on meds to control it. It sounds as if you need a good check up. Don’t put it off , go now.

What are the risks of low blood pressure during pregnancy?

I’m waiting on a phone call from my doctor’s office to see if he want’s me to set up an appointment for sometime this week. I keep having dizzy spells and seeing stars among other symptoms of low blood pressure. (Disoriented, changes in breathing patterns, drastic paling of skin, sudden feeling of being very cold, etc) I checked my blood pressure a little while after the dizzy spell I had today and my blood pressure was indeed fairly low. My BP is usually normal at my doctor’s appts, but it is alot lower after I have these dizzy spells. They normally occur when standing for a period of time. (anywhere between 5-30 min) Low blood pressure also runs in my family.

If it turns out that low blood pressure is the cause of all of this, what are the risks to my baby? Has anyone personally had this before? If it’s not low blood pressure, any ideas as to what it could be? I’m 31wks 3days

Answer

This is from the amazing pregnancy site:

Low blood pressure during pregnancy - causes and treatment

By : Sophia Levis

Low blood pressure (also called hypotension) is often associated with fainting and dizziness. In general, low blood pressure is not considered a health risk in the same way that high blood pressure is. However, during pregnancy especially, fainting and falling due to low blood pressure can be of serious concern.

The greatest cause of high blood pressure tends to be dehydration. When the body dehydrates it drastically affects to flow of blood in the body. Additionally, being very hot can contribute to low blood pressure. Standing for a long period of time can also be a risk factor.

While you are pregnant, there are other factors that can cause low blood pressure. Pregnancy causes blood to pool in your legs, making less blood available to the brain. Thus, when you rise from a laying or sitting position you may feel dizzy or faint. This can also cause vision problems in a pregnant woman.

Low blood pressure may or may not require treatment. The treatment of low blood pressure is directed toward the underlying cause; if low blood pressure is caused by dehydration, it may be treated by a physician with intravenous fluids. If it is caused by pooling blood, your physician may recommend graduated compression stockings. A little extra salt may also help, but in this case you need to discuss the other risks with your physician.

There are some things you can do to prevent low blood pressure:

- Drink plenty of fluids, especially water

- Lay on your side, rather than on your back. This may also help with back and sciatic nerve pain.

- If you feel faint, sit down. Put your head lower than your body until you no longer feel faint.

- When getting up from the sitting position, take it slowly.

- Regular exercise helps keep blood pressure normal. Keep up with your physician-approved exercise regimen.

I hope this helps you to better know the risks involved in low blood pressure during pregnancy,

Gina

mom of 4, ages 19, 15, 10 and 1 week 4 days baby and 1st time grandma to my grandson given to me by my 19 year old daughter at age 41

If a slimmer and sexier body is your dream then this is not a high ambition. Many people have succeeded in sculpting their physiques to make them look healthy and desirable. However, this goal is not reached in just a piece of cake or skipping a night and dinner. For some people do, patience is not a virtue. They do not seem to be able to afford so much attention, time and money to obtain compensation from the authority they have always wanted. As a result of these people lead to rapid weight loss practices and programs that might not be as effective as these people are led to believe they are.

Fast-track diet is one of those rapid weight loss practices which may not be very inviting as they seem, according to the study. Fast-track diet programs, such as scientific research shows, are only good while they last. Rapid weight loss often results ironically, to rapid weight gain. people who have been subjected to a low carbohydrate or low calorie diets usually revert back to old eating habits just because humans can not actually live with this type of diet for the rest of their lives.

Now there is scientific research has shown that rapid weight loss does not imply an individual loses unwanted excess fat, it is generally water that has been lost with the following rapid weight loss practices. This can lead to certain alarm, but actually, water is lost very quickly restored. So there is actually zero net weight lost after all. So it should not be foolish enough to do so gullible with the advertising of certain diet pills that are in the market, especially those claiming to aid lose no less than an amount of fat in a short time. They will only dehydrate the body. And just as clearly, the body can only lose two kilos of fat per week, an exception might be lucky if he can lose three, but normally, and only two .

Another rapid weight loss product on the market slimming soap. Claiming that these soaps are made from a unique concoction of rare chinese herbs and seaweed, they claim to help people using them to shed off body fat emulsifying by them at the request while taking a bath. Some are even specialized such as those who promise to give the user beautiful thighs. The ingredients may be helpful for improving the quality of the skin, but no investigation has ever come to the aid of demonstrating the efficacy of these ingredients in emulsifying excess body fat.

A more rapid weight loss product there in the market promises to suppress hunger while contributing to an improvement of the body and metabolism. He also claims to be able to accelerate the healing process and the reduction of certain physical pain, all these plus it is a very chic fashion accent. Well they actually called magnetic weight loss earrings.

The secret of this set of earrings in the magnet, so it says. Wearing them near the ears of the magnetism balances in the body so one will experience all the above consequences. Although press reports say that there are actually studies to back this allegation, yet nothing was found in the medical journals. Although the purchase of a set may not kill a person, and probably not a wise investment. One can also wearing a horse shoe earring for a more sophisticated fashion statement .

Bottom line is no pain, no gain. If one wants a beautiful body, one must sweat it out. And as for that rapid weight loss products on the market if they are too good to be true, they are probably not.

Whats the best medication for palmonary hypertension?

Answer :

pulmonary hypertension is treated with more than one medication because it is a result of more than one problem, this is something you need to decide in consultation with your doctor.

What is the best anti-hypertension drug in this case and why?

MR M.A is a healthy 36-year old obese male.his BP was found of 178/114 mmhg. He is a heavy smoker and drinks 10 or more units of alchohol each evening. He has a sedentary occupation.

what anti hypertension agent coud be used in initial management of his hypertension?

Answer :

First thing is you cannot diagnose hypertension from a single reading. You need at least two more.

If he does have hypertension, the first thing is he needs to stop drinking so much, exercise more, lose weight, and stop smoking. Lifestyle modifications always come first. you wouldn’t let a 300 pound person keep eating 4000 Cal. a day, why would you not counsel this patient to stop his destructive habits?

All of the above answers are at least partially correct. a 36 year old with stage II hypertension should be evaluated for a secondary cause. If one is found then you treat based on that. a Pheochromocytoma would be treated with surgical resection and an alpha 1 and beta blocker. Renal artery stenosis would be treated medically with ACE inhibitors ro angiotensin receptor blockers if possible, otherwise surgical correction would be necessary

 Beta blockers and CCBs are no longer recommended as first line agents, he should be put on a or a thiazide diuretic, probably including an ACE-Inhibitor with that high of a blood pressure. If those don’t bring down the BP enough then a CCB or beta blocker would be added.

Is atherosclerotic vascular disease caused by hypertension?

my father recently passed of a heart attack. I just got the death certificate and it said hypertension which i know is high blood pressure and “atherosclerotic vascular disease” which I believe is hardening of the heart arteries. I assume the two are related diseases, in that one caused the other? anyone have any info? and can AVD be caused by inhaling harmful chemicals? like fumes on a job site or something?

Answer :

Atherosclerosis and hypertension are directly related as are kidney disease and retinal disease . In general diet and hypertension team up to cause the hardening ,the HBP by injuring the inside of the ateries and the fat compounds by depositing at the site of the injuries in thick cheesy linings w.hich calcify and restrict blood flow to the heart .

Enviromental air pollution could cause lung ,liver kidney ,dermatological problems but not atherosclerosis

What is the best natural remedy for Hypertension?

I am 40 and have Hypertension for no known reason.

For medication, the doctor gave me Diovian, and Norvasec. These seem to work well. I do get light headed sometimes after taking the Diovian.

Then he gave me the Toprol XL. I started suffering from heartburn; sensitivity to bright lights, and light headedness. I could not sleep (nightmares). I’d get random erections when I was just idling (while driving, or watching TV)

He reduced the Toprol XL, and things got a little more normal. I still could not sleep. So I started taking Melatonin (one when I got home, and one shortly before bed). I discovered my blood pressure went way down. Is this because I am sleeping better, or does the stuff really help my blood pressure?

Melatonin is really cheap. Today I just take Diovian, Norvasec, Melatonin, and B vitamins. I have pretty much normal blood pressure all the time. Once in a while it goes up

What works for you?

Answer :

Hypertensive people can remarkably reduce their blood pressure through nutritional changes. Increasing the amount of vegetables and fruit and reducing the amount of fat and cholesterol will not only reduce blood pressure but can help with weight loss, which also lowers blood pressure.

Eat whole, fresh, unrefined, and unprocessed foods. Include fruits, vegetables, garlic, onion, whole grains, soy, beans, seeds, nuts, olive oil, and cold-water fish (salmon, tuna, sardines, halibut, and mackerel).

Low sodium-high potassium diet. Most people are aware that reducing sodium (salt) intake can help reduce blood pressure. However, that may not be the whole picture. Restricting sodium intake to lower blood pressure appears to work better if accompanied by increasing potassium intake. Keep in mind that reducing sodium intake involves more than not using a salt shaker, but also reading processed and prepared food labels for the sodium content.

Avoid salt, sugar, dairy products, refined foods, fried foods, junk foods, and caffeine.

Eliminate food sensitivities. Use an elimination and challenge diet to determine food sensitivities.

Drink 50% of your body weight in ounces of water daily (e.g., if you weigh 150 lbs, drink 75 oz of water daily).

Hypertension???What are the symtoms???What are the causes???

Answer :

Hypertension can have no symptoms, that is why regular BP checks are so important. Causes are, but not limited to, obesity, too much sodium in the diet, heredity, kidney problems and anxiety.

What are the predisposing factors of hypertension?

Answer :

Cholesterol comes from animal fat like meat, cheese, butter, cream & eggs. Too much cholesterol causes high blood pressure. Eat more vegetables instead.

Secondary Pulmonary Hypertension due to CREST Scleroderma?

Hi everyone, I was wondering if there is anyone out there that has or knows someone that has Pulmonary Hypertension due to CREST Scleroderma? My Mom has just been diagnosed with it, and she is currently on Revatio (20mg 3X’s a day), and she said that she doesn’t really feel any different, she has been on it for about 6 months. Is there any other medicines out there that other people have tried and have they worked for you? Please let me know by replying back to the message, and is there any forums or chatgroups that anyone might know about to talk with people that have this disease? Thanks everyone.

Answer :

okay well i know of one forum that is extremely helpful…

www.roadback.org click on the community tab and then go to bulletin board. the website has to do with ap treatment and people recovering from diseases like ra and scleroderma through this treatment. i can atest to that(i have systemic scleroderma and have done very well on ap) poke around a bit and see if it might be something your mom would consider.

Give adrenaline with caution if presenting with hypertension or hypovolemia..why?

Im a student paramedic trying to learn my drugs…just some questions about adrenaline….Our indications for giving adrenaline pre-hospitally is: croup with life threatening airway compromise, anaphylaxis, asthma with imminent arrest, and cardiac arrest.

Why is hypertension and hypovolemia a precaution for adrenaline? Please answer in as much detail as possible!!

Thank you

Answer :

Adrenaline increases cardiac output by increasing both heart rate and cardiac contractility (beta-1 agonist effects). It also increases systemic vascular resistance (in both arteries and veins due to alpha-1 and alpha-2 agonist effects).

In administering adrenaline to a hypertensive pt, you risk causing a hypertensive emergency that could manifest clinically in failure of one or more organ systems:

CNS — ischemic stroke (r/t disrupted cerebral autoregulation), hypertensive encephalopathy, and (less commonly) acute intracerebral bleed

CVS — left ventricular failure, myocardial ischemia (caused by increased myocardial oxygen demand), and acute MI

RESP — acute pulmonary edema

GU — acute renal ischemia (again r/t disruption of already taxed autoregulatory mechanisms)

In a volume-depleted (”dry”) pt, administering adrenaline could cause extreme tachycardia (further exacerbating hypotension as the heart becomes less efficient (remember the Frank-Starling law … LVEDP lowers because of poor contractility, low stroke volume and zilch atrial kick)) … and some lethal dysrhythmias (esp. if the pt is hyperkalemic or has a low mag. or ICa++ level).

Of course, as the poster “Fivemgmorphine” pointed out, these are things you need to know and keep in the back of your mind when pushing epi, but if your pt. is having an acute anaphylactic reaction or is otherwise crashing, giving the drug ASAP could literally save a life (it’s the drug of choice for bronchospasm, shock, and angioedema (here I mean swelling of the throat) in severe anaphylactic rxns).

Is hypertension usually a family history?

And nothing can prevent it if both of ur parents, ur grandparents suffered from it? True?

Answer :

Family history is one of the risk factors. The other risk factors that you cannot control are your age (over 65 is higher risk) and your ethnicity (those of South Asian, Black, Aboriginal, or Inuit descent have greater risk).

The best course of action is to live a heart healthy lifestyle to minimize the other risk factors. This includes not smoking, being at a good body weight, eating a heart-healthy diet, exercising, etc.

A website with great information about all of this is http://www.smart-heart-living.com/high-b… and the home page with links to all kinds of great resources at http://www.smart-heart-living.com/index….

I hope this helps… good luck!

How to take care of a hypertensive person?

Answer :

First, of course, is to follow the advice of your health care providers… doctor, nurse, rehab, etc.

In general terms you need to ensure a proper diet and appropriate amount of physical activity.

Cut back on salt… and be aware of all the “hidden” salt (sodium) that you’ll find in just about every packaged or processed food.

Try to eat as much whole food (i.e., unprocessed) as you can.

A good source of additional information can be found on http://www.smart-heart-living.com/high-b…

Hope this helps… good luck!

Is high blood pressure one of the reasons for high cholesterol?

Answer :

Hypertension is sustained elevation of resting systolic BP (= 140 mm Hg), diastolic BP (= 90 mm Hg), or both. Hypertension with no known cause (primary; formerly, essential hypertension) is most common. Hypertension with an identified cause (secondary hypertension) is usually due to a renal disorder. Usually, no symptoms develop unless hypertension is severe or long-standing. Diagnosis is by sphygmomanometry. Tests may be done to determine cause, assess damage, and identify other cardiovascular risk factors. Treatment involves lifestyle changes and drugs, including diuretics, ß - blockers, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor blockers, and Ca channel blockers.

Dyslipidemia is elevation of plasma cholesterol and/or TGs or a low HDL level that contributes to the development of atherosclerosis. Causes may be primary (genetic) or secondary. Diagnosis is by measuring plasma levels of total cholesterol, TGs, and individual lipoproteins. Treatment is dietary changes, exercise, and lipid-lowering drugs.

I know that high cholesterol can be due to hereditary but does that mean some people have to take medicine?

I understand that high cholesterol is part diet and exercise and part hereditary. I also know about the bad side effects of taking high cholesterol medicine. My questions is should I trust my doctor about taking these medcines or are there alternatives he is not telling me. Please give me your thoughts about this I’m open to alternative medicine ideas as well.

Answer :

If you are not a diabetic, try taking niacin to lower cholesterol. My ex-husbands triglycerides were over 1400. His doctor told him to get the non flush 500 mg niacin. It’s cheap and you can get it at Walmart. He had to take one capsule in the morning and one at night. In three months all of his cholesterol readings were normal. Now he takes one capsule a day. I know a lot of people that take niacin to lower cholesterol and control it. If you are diabetic, you can’t take it because it raises the blood sugar too much.

High Cholesterol?

I had really high cholesterol since ever and I’m in my late 20s. Doctors have been telling me eat healthy and workout. I am really healthy and I workout a lot. I am not overweight. I went on medicine, didn;t lower it much. when I stopped it went back up. they did an ekg test and they say my heart is fine. Now that I’m in my late 20s I want to make sure I become healthy someday and no potential heart diseases. But doctors down want to find the problem, all they want to do is push drugs that don’t work. Any idea what would cause my high cholesterol and not effect my heart. Last reading was not bad at 270, but that is still really high for my weight and age.

Answer :

It is very tough to have young patients with high cholesterol. Doctors hate to put you on cholesterol lowering meds because you’d have to be on them for rest of your life.

It is too early, on the other hand, to run any kind of test on you to see if you have any issues, since you’re too young and will likely pass all of them.

Never the less, your cholesterol has to be controlled for the time being and there is no other good way than drugs. If one doesn’t work, another has to be tried until they can manage your levels.

If you have family history of heart disease, then running test such as a heart scan with a CT scanner may be warranted. If you don’t have any calcium deposits in your coronary arteries, your doctor can go easy on the meds and try to control it with special diets.

High cholesterol at 18?

Is it normal to have really high cholesterol at 18? I mean, I know, obviously that having high cholesterol isn’t “normal”, because it’s not healthy, but do a lot of teens have it too?

Answer :

yes,they have,especially nowadays

control the diet,and insist on taking Shanxi vinegar ,two spoons a day (rrade mark is East Lake)

it has good result for high cholesterol

Good diet for middle aged man who has high cholesterol?

please make lists of diets for a middle aged man who has high cholesterol, and what he should eat and avoid…

ohh and…

please don’t put…. ASK A DOC.

FYI i HAVE and he didn’t give enough info!!

haha

k thanks

Answer :

Foods to add

Almost all tree nuts (peanuts are best)

Certain types of fish, including salmon

Egg whites

Low-fat dressing

All fresh vegatables

Orange juice

Grape juice

Apple juice

Water

Mangosteen juice (studies had shown that this type of

  juice scavenges the LDL cholesterol in your arteries as

  well as the syntheic statin drugs like Zocor or Lipitor)

Foods to avoid

Egg yolks

The fatty skins on all chicken, whether fried or baked or grilled

Whole milk

Ranch dressing (because it is way too fatty)

Fried rice

Beef jerky

Macaroni and cheese

Additional foods to avoid….

The obvious artery-cloggers….which are some of the fast food items everyone loves….a teeny list:

Big Mac (from McDonalds)

Quarter Pounder With Cheese (from McDonalds)

Double Cheeseburger (from Burger King)

Whopper (from Burger King)

Double Whopper (from Burger King).

But if you want to eat this bad fast food, best to eat only one of those bad items once a month…not once a day. It is hard to cut back on fat and have to give up on taste….

Hope this helps…..

High Cholesterol Diet … how?

I just discovered that i have high Cholesterol in my blood test.. Am a femail 35 yrs old. looking for the best diet and lifestyle..??

Answer :

1.Try ‘Uncle Toby’s’ low cholesterol oats for breakfast. Oats r very healthy and nutritious. They contain fibre and give u energy. It is also a natural food.

2.You should also avoid high fat foods and aim for the heart foundation ones. I’m quite sure that heart foundation foods r cholesterol free.

3.Keep excercising. Try walking for about 20 minutes a day or u can try at least to walk to places that r close to were u live. That saves the environment too.

4.I think u should also try low sugar foods.

5.Try going to http://health.ninemsn.com.au

6.Plz rate my answer a best answer!!

7. =)

High cholesterol advice needed please?

Hi, i just had a cholesterol test and it was 7.1 which i know is high.. Does anyone know a list of foods i should stay away from and foods i could start eating. I know exercise is important and i am going to start doing more. I do eat alot of red meat, cheese, olives, olive oil, tuna, prawns, rice, chicken, pasta, salads, tomatoes.. where am i going wrong?

Thanks very much

Answer :

first,

does you family have a history of high cholesterol?

second,

did you eat anything less than 8 hours before the blood test?

third,

do some high intensity cardiovascular exercise (like jogging, running, or sprinting… etc)

fourth,

eat natural food sources… don’t fry anything… make sure you take in lots of fish oil, EXTRA VIRGIN olive oil, good protein (fish, chicken), stay away from saturated fats, eat some good carbs (fruits, potatoes, brown rice, yams, whole wheat pasta), make sure you take in enough fiber (psyllium husks “metamucil”, veggies), drink lots of water, don’t over eat.

fifth,

supplement with red yeast rice, FLUSH FREE NIACIN (make sure it’s flush free… this is very good for your cholesterol. 500 mg 3 times per day), garlic extract.

it usually takes my clients about 4-6 weeks to get better cholesterol levels after this regimen

hope that helps.

Facing high cholesterol 209. Pl tell about food which could help in bringing it down.?

Answer :

Eat a salad sandwich with some meat with much oil with wholemeal bread. DO NOT EAT TAKE AWAY. Check calories and have skim milk.

What foods are good to eat if you have high Cholesterol and want to lower it?

give me list of good foods to eat for dinner,breakfeast,snacks,lunch…….. thankyou

Answer :

Take supplements: Flaxseed oil, flaxseed meal, fish oil, calcium, garlic oil, and B complex. These make a huge difference.

As far as foods: garlic & onions, oatmeal and other whole grains. Avoid high fructose corn syrup like the plague, you have to check labels because it’s in everything. Also try to avoid white sugar and flour, eat plenty of veggies. Fruits and veggies that contain a lot of fiber are great, i.e. carrots, apples, broccoli, berries. If you eat pasta make it whole grain pasta.

If you are on a statin drug like Lipitor be sure you take Coenzyme Q10 (50 mg/day) and Milk Thistle because it depletes your CoQ10 and does a number on your liver. (Milk Thistle promotes liver health.)

I have high cholesterol going through menopause and i quit smoking…need a vitamin supplement that will addre

want a vitamin that will address everything….I dont want to take 100 pills a day…..my skin is dry……help…..

Answer :

Fish oils with Omega 3, and Lecithin (sold in vitamin section of most stores) really work. Ask your pharmacist. The fish oil will also help your skin.