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Heart & Blood Health | Last Active: May 6, 2016 | Replies (26)
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Try cutting down on your sodium intake. For example, don’t pick up the salt shaker, avoid condiments like mustard and ketchup, and stay away from salty soups. I agree that you might want to find another cardiologist. Keep in mind that cardiologists and nephrologists don’t always agree, and ultimately you have to make your own choices. With good medical advice, you can manage your condition.
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Agreed, get a "second opinion." Don't mess around with this as the cumulative effect of high BP are serious. Educate yourself! There is a lot of info on-line re: diet, exercise and the dangers of high BP.
I lost 15 pounds and started to walk/bike ride regularly (3-4x/week) also stay away from ANY processed food. Read the ingredients. Nothing should have more than 150mg. of sodium. This will exclude nearly all packaged food. Sort of a bummer, but cooking your own food helps you loose weight (if needed) and empowers you to take charge of your life (something we all need to feel right now!). Remember, when you eat out it is nearly impossible to eat a low salt diet, especially fast food.
Even with salads, the dressing will kill it. Try fresh lemon juice instead. Don't give up, you can do it!