Turned life around in 6 weeks...............

[Blueface]

Aside from pride of what I have accomplished, this post is mainly to illustrate that it can be done and if you are in a similar bind, just get hopping and get it done.

Some may recall my post from about 6 weeks ago or slightly more where I got some really bad news from my cardiologist. Wasn't will I have a heart attack or when will I have one but more like why was I still walking.

My combined cholesterol was at 306 with my HDL very low. My ratio was somewhere around 5.0 which is not good at all. I was bordering on sugar problems with a rather high glucose and my blood pressure was not being controlled properly by my meds.

I decided to do all I could do to change it - no holds barred.
Started a new way of eating, seeking healthier foods and more vegetables.
Lunches now consist of the very many different ways I can creatively eat turkey.
Started regular cardio exercise, even while on the road.
Started taking all my meds regularly - blood pressure and two for cholesterol.
Started daily Pomegranate juice.
Started daily Omega 3 Fish Oil pills.

Just had an insurance company comprehensive blood analysis done 2 weeks ago or so due to changes in my life insurance policies and it is truly amazing what I accomplished just four to five weeks post having visited the dr.
My cholesterol is now at 180.
My HDL is at 63
The ratio is now 2.8 - STELLAR!!!
My BP is steady at 118 over 78
I lost 7 pounds and lost one size on my belt/waist - I never had a weight problem but could have stood to lose that off the waist to help my herniated discs feel better.
My glucose is steady at 91

It can be done!!!

[Dux]

Originally Posted by Blueface

Aside from pride of what I have accomplished, this post is mainly to illustrate that it can be done and if you are in a similar bind, just get hopping and get it done.

Some may recall my post from about 6 weeks ago or slightly more where I got some really bad news from my cardiologist. Wasn't will I have a heart attack or when will I have one but more like why was I still walking.

My combined cholesterol was at 306 with my HDL very low. My ratio was somewhere around 5.0 which is not good at all. I was bordering on sugar problems with a rather high glucose and my blood pressure was not being controlled properly by my meds.

I decided to do all I could do to change it - no holds barred.
Started a new way of eating, seeking healthier foods and more vegetables.
Lunches now consist of the very many different ways I can creatively eat turkey.
Started regular cardio exercise, even while on the road.
Started taking all my meds regularly - blood pressure and two for cholesterol.
Started daily Pomegranate juice.
Started daily Omega 3 Fish Oil pills.

Just had an insurance company comprehensive blood analysis done 2 weeks ago or so due to changes in my life insurance policies and it is truly amazing what I accomplished just four to five weeks post having visited the dr.
My cholesterol is now at 180.
My HDL is at 63
The ratio is now 2.8 - STELLAR!!!
My BP is steady at 118 over 78
I lost 7 pounds and lost one size on my belt/waist - I never had a weight problem but could have stood to lose that off the waist to help my herniated discs feel better.
My glucose is steady at 91

It can be done!!!

Gratz Carlos Happy to hear you will be around for years to come

[Mr.Maduro]

Great news Carlos!! You're the man!! Keep up the good work!!

[kansashat]

Good job Carlos.

Here is my story......http://www.clubstogie.com/vb/showthr...hlight=lipitor

[Blueface]

Originally Posted by kansashat

Good job Carlos.

Here is my story......http://www.clubstogie.com/vb/showthr...hlight=lipitor

Just sent you a PM.

[Sancho]

Thats fantastic! Great work Carlos!

[Studebaker]

That's very encouraging, way to go!

My cholesterol was ~260 a couple of years ago and I haven't gone back to have it re-checked yet. I cut down on the saturated fats and trans fats, started sipping red wine, using olive oil instead of butter whenever I can, baked chips instead of the regular ones, I eat a lot more fruit and other high-fiber foods, etc. I'm working out whenever I can, which helps both mentally and physically.

Now that you've shared your success story, maybe I'll be inspired to have mine checked. I know, I should have done it a long time ago.

[Blueface]

P.S.
The one thing I would like to add is that this was accomplished by not having to stop living. I have not become a saint overnight. I have not gone to the other extreme. I just modified my lifestyle to that of a healthier one who wants to be around a bit longer while still enjoying all life has to offer as much as possible.

I still eat well - just more selective of what it is I do eat.
I still enjoy my cocktails and my red wine - will never give that up.
I think aside from a regular excercise regimen and taking my meds consistently, the rest is really left up to a key word.............."moderation".

[GrtndpwrflOZ]

PROPS TO YOU
for doing what some consider the hardest thing....changing eating habits.

You hit it on the head.
The KEY to being healthy.....MODERATION

Keep up the good work.

B

[68TriShield]

Good news man!

[Fat Old Sun]

Congratulations!

That is an incredible turn around, especially knocking a buck and a quarter off your cholesterol in only 6 weeks. I've been putting this off for a while, but after reading this, I'm going to have some blood work done when Kim and I get to wherever her next assignment is.

[opus]

Unreal Carlos, glad to hear it, keep up the good work! You can be a poster child with those results.

[Bigwaved]

Originally Posted by Blueface

P.S.
I still enjoy my cocktails and my red wine - will never give that up.

Whew! I thought we were going to have to drink water in Stumptown!

[kansashat]

Originally Posted by Blueface

Just sent you a PM.

Answered you, but forgot one...........I take a Prilosec OTC for acid reflux.

[cigar_040]

Awesome job Carlos !!!

Keep up the good work