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Problems eating carbohydrates / Increased blood pressure
Digestive Health | Last Active: Nov 14, 2020 | Replies (35)Comment receiving replies
As for racing, heart, I have never done anything, really, because I never got any response from any doctors about what to do. They said I didn't have a problem. So I assume it has to do with adrenaline which kicks up mostly when you get excited or have a novacane shot at the dentist. I avoided those shots. My heart raced when I went to bed and relaxed. It hasn't been doing that since I have changed blood pressure medicine. My new medicine makes me sleepy or not wanting to get out of a chair. I am getting depressed in this isolation period where I am not being supported and encouraged by my absent friends. I wish I could physically exercise more. My daughter brought me some fresh, locally grown tomatoes and that cheered me up. Mine are gone for this year. Dorisena
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It is easy to feel isolated and get depressed. But knowing that you are not alone should help you feel better. When we go through major surgery and the doctor wants us to isolate to prevent us from getting any where near a hospital, our social interaction is limited. But you are on this blog with us, so not alone. We are with you. Sometimes you have to make an effort to reach out. Friends may be concerned about disturbing you when you rest. Let them know you would love to hear from them. And the best times for them to call back. Hope you get physically stronger soon and can get out to see the amazing skies we have been having since the onset of the pandemic. Each day it has been a blaze of different colors. Enjoy, relax and breathe! Sending positive vibes for your recovery!
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@dorisena I know many of us, particularly those of us who are "seniors" are really feeling this isolation and having bouts of depression. It's a very difficult time. I only get out of the house to take walks. This is one of the few times I am glad I do not live in a city because I see few people when I do walk, and no one within 6'.
You mention exercise. I miss my health club terribly but I am doing lots of YouTube exercise videos. Have you tried any of them? There are many geared for older people.
My favorites are the ones with Jenny McClendon
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHufaoaq1VqjHvnv8zvg9pQ
I also like Shellea Fowler, "fabulous50s"
She has a lot of short videos that you are supposed to combine with other short videos to get a full workout but I also use them to just get a bit more exercise in the evening if I don't feel I've done enough during the day. I know it says 50s but I do them and I'm 73.
Another one, Annie Taylor Efremsky who uses dumbbells in many of her videos is
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKUpAAg8q4CozUxBjxyvDDQ
She is young but most videos expect you to customize for your ability.
This is one that I like more and more too, and there are two people exercising, one doing easier versions.
https://www.youtube.com/c/Hasfit
If you are looking for something specific you can do a search in YouTube. I have done searches for balance, posture, and core.
With all of the videos out there you can get a varied workout, that's for sure. If you have Amazon Prime I know there are exercise videos there that are free also, but I have not tried any of them.
JK