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Okay, more specific info.
I'm a retired 70 year old male at 6'3" and 255 lbs. I've been struggling with my weight for years and keto worked the best when I was still employed and way more active.
In March 2025 I had a NSTEMI caused by a completely blocked ramus and 85% blocked RCA and LCX. Blockage corrected with 3 stents and now I'm on Brilinta and baby aspirin 2X daily. I try to get out and walk most days around 2 miles per day but haven't tried returning to the gym yet.
I also have to take 125mcg of Synthroid daily and 150mg of Avapro daily. Prior to my heart attack I was vaping nic salts but since the attack I have quit. I started vaping in 2011 to get off cigs that I smoked for over 40 years...now I'm nicotine free. I drink alcohol only 1-2 times per month and then very lightly.
My liver and kidneys are just fine and I've had an upper GI with contrast to be sure my pancreas is okay as well as my gallbladder.
I was prescribed Repatha after the heart attack to lower my cholesterol and triglycerides and so far so good. No side effects that I've noticed.
If I think of anything else I'll update this.
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@ibchispas , what is your A1c? Have you been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes? Have your doctors commented on the BS numbers? What are your goals regarding blood sugar levels?
While I tend to eat low carb, I’ve never been too impressed with keto…..I’m type 1 so rely on insulin regardless of carbs. I focus on healthy fats. If you’re eating low carb, walking and still seeing numbers you feel are too high, I’d discuss it with your doctor and a nutritionist with Endocrinologist office.
I don’t have heart disease, but I still take a statin, exercise, maintain good weight, use insulin pump, maintain good blood pressure and still conduct myself as if I have had a heart attack as a preventative measure.