@mason08 I had a triple by pass in 1996 the Dr told me to get it ,or red meat to much saturated fat in it and other foods exercise and eat more veggies Dr also put me on 1 81 mg aspirin at night I've been doing this for 23 years now and will continue Here are some websites I like http://www.heart.org/Atherosclerosis, http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov ,2others are http://www.ppt-,heart.com http://www.healthguide.healthgrades.com

Unfortunately I'll be unable to watch live but will listen to recording. I'm 63 and live in Ireland. I had a stent inserted last December. I had 80% blockage in one artery. My family has no history of heart issues, I never smoked, I watch my diet and do lots of exercise. Stress was probably a factor. I do lots of challenge walks/hiking, sometimes as much as 50K. I also have hiked in the Andes, Himalayas, Alps etc and I would like to continue doing this. This would include going to altitudes of over 5000 meters. I'm wondering is it safe to continue doing this and would the cold at altitude have any impact on my condition. I also to some gym work and have been advised to avoid exercises with weights over the head. Comments would be much appreciated.
Thanks, Patrick

You are doing great.I am 64 , had heart attack 7 years back .LAD aid fully blocked , no stenting possible.Both kidney failure,Rt leg paralysis ( partial ) , 35 days in ER and now fine.Recovery is Integration Of Medicine,Yoga, Exercise , Diet control and Meditation.I Stopped Statins after careful monitoring.LDL is fine.My experience is working with your Cardiologist , one can really reduce Medicine requirements.Pl feel free to write to me.Thanks

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