I love beans and really am getting attached to,lentils since they are easy and fast for preparation ( other than canned beans).
Power packed Lentil and Potato Chowder. Easily made compliant for SOSfree diets.
https://veghealth.com/calcium-packed-chowder/
Tacos made with lentils and veggies, make a fun meal and healthy part of the diet.
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I have spent the last few months on the edge of a full blown winter cold. A small sniffle here and a teasing cough there. The whole time i have been in some level of fear since 2 years ago- I entered winter with a pretty bad cold(bronchitis later) and emerged in spring in HEART FAILURE- AFIB (atrial fibrillation) and been dealing with it since then.
I survived the winter of 2017-18 without any illness but just before the Christmas holiday I started feeling the twinge in my chest and throat.
Now the fear crept in and I started with tea and juice. I am concerned with the empty calories in juice BUT also concerned with getting a chest cold so I water down OJ, Grapefruit and grape juice with seltzer. It gives me plenty of fluids and the vitamins- Speaking of vitamins I add more supplements to my intake as the lungs feel “funny”.
I fought the cold ll season BUT still ended with a full blown cough- that occasionally kept me awake. This year the cough never progressed beyond the pain in the butt stage But it was still there and it added congestion to my chest that was already compromised in breathing due to the Afib. The pumping of blood through the upper chambers of my heart is out of whack and I often have mild difficulty catching my breath. This winter has been a minor breathing challenge.
I have also noticed an increase in weight, most likely due to water retention. Since I have had trouble have not been to the gym nor done much other exercise. That usually helps when I detect bloating. A good sweat helps.
I found this article on PINTEREST…similar to other info I have read.
https://www.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/cold-guide/heart-disease-colds
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I have been living with AND AWARE of my Atrial Fibrillation ( AFib ) induced heart failure for about 18 months and I have seen benefits of a proper diet and exercise as well as the results when I slip.
I had a small health setback and put on a bunch of the weight I had lost and am feeling the effects of the AFib more and more. Focusing on diet ,low salt and low fat hav helped , but combining with exercise and weight loss will return me to the path of health.
The following video talks about the benefit of even a 10% reduction in weight. Since my BMI is up there and my weight is too, my ultimate loss could be as high as 35%.
I am enjoying the current trip to health but want to create a lifestyle that will keep me in a comfortable zone.
Dr. Gupta discusses the benefit of diet, good sleep, stress reduction and exercise for both the weight loss and AFib reduction. I see the above package as a team or total prescription. ..exercise helps sleep and stress, less stress helps sleep and diet, good diet gives energy and well being….
It all builds on the other and I look forward to,the journey.
A quick video on exercise… https://youtu.be/aHqfgs5lEGk.
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I am a heart patient and am currently in Heart failure with Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) and many of the folks I am in contact with that are also dealing with heart issues are dealing with Type 2.
Fortunately I am not,but since I am still overweight it is always a threat. We discuss food and diet and recipes all of the time. Exercise is also a significant factor and is often at the center of our conversations.
I have looked at many video and blogs and sites for information. I want to list share a few here and maybe later a a listing.
HIIT , High Intensity Interval Training- comes up frequently as a tool for diabetics to beat the problem. 10 seconds intense/ 30 seconds easy for 30 minutes. On Treadmill,bicycle, elliptical etc… intense = full capable sped for you…NOW.
Another interesting video discussing muscle building with resistance( weight lifting) training and exercise.
Fruits for diabetes and health.
Full meal idea,plans,,,
More to come ,thanks.
If you have any questions or suggestions…let them fly below. THANKS
As the season is changing, the farmers market options are changing and thinning out but SOUP and STEW season is here. Get a few great fresh goodies, some canned goodies and get cooking without salt and oil and feel great and eat happy.
I have always focused on the good foods BUT not very much on the oil and salt now with the heart issue i am dealing with I have gotten rid of oil and salt and other goodies/baddies. Feeling better and losing weight.
Time to see how it all goes.
The Forks over Knives folks have a bunch of great and healthy recipes. Sharing a few current faves.
Soup season is upon us:
The rest of FOK family have great recipes and videos.
I love all kinds of HUMMUS.
Yummy, satisfying burgers, add raw onions and pickles….maybe hot sauce
I am also a fan of John McDougall and the associated recipes. Lots of starches- satisfying and filling.
I love beans and this is a great base food or foundation for other combos.
@martyroddy
While living with Heart Failure and Atrial Fibrillation I exercise and eat right and read and learn about my situation and how to overcome it. … I am going further to adapt my life and lifestyle to the diagnosis but so far so good.
I have more weight to lose and need to more fully change my life but I will continue to share things I find and like , even if I only like or learn a small thing
The following video had 2-3 good things and plenty of useful basics.
Just focusing on exercise… Good in moderation= build up to what fits for you. Why?
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Soup recipe basics/ foundation for great meal.
Read Dr. Fuhrman for other great info.
Saw a quickie video with information about exercise and heart health
A short video with some discussion of Cardio machines….that I agree with….
I love the rower and the Stairmaster or StepMill ( one company name) and enjoy the Arc Trainer ( an option for elliptical trainer)
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I read about the potato diet/cleanse and it seemed a little extreme…Until I read a little bit( a lot) more.
The first phase is all potatoes (white/red/yellow and sweet) eaten plain and as many as you want. Most folks eat 5-8 each day. This starch ( plus the fiber) in the potatoes adds to a feeling of fullness and satiety and the potatoes eaten with no added fat or flavors help reset taste buds and jumpstart the weight loss.
After phase 1 a few flavors can be added but are limited to greens and veggies. Fruit in moderation can be added next. The longer term diet can add back animal products if you like but a focus on whole foods and plant based selections will produce the greatest results. Good for general health and for dealing with a variety of health issues. My particular concern is weight and heart failure. I am lucky to not be diabetic but that was just dumb luck considering the weight I put on.
There are lots of blogs and comments and pages supporting and criticizing this diet. The way I look at it potatoes and sweet potatoes are a pretty complete food. Broad collection of vitamins, protein and minerals. Thy are not perfect but for a period of 7-14 days they are a great .
As with any big change a diet like this should be supervised and reviewed with your medical team.
I have done a mini version of the first phase of the cleanse with good results, weight loss, energy high, attitude good, stomach full sleep was solid, Now to try a longer cleanse and then add back healthy additions and options.
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I was going to a local gym but had to take a break for some work and life interruptions, now I rejoined another gym and it is going well. I have been there a week and have lost several pounds so far..
I believe that I eat better as a result of the lifestyle that a workout plan and visits to the gym create. Now I will develop and create my workout. I have weight loss and health plans and ultimately I will utilize much more of the equipment at the gym
Step 1- Get up off the couch, push away from the donut counter
Step 2- Start with some basic cardio . I love the rowing machine, step machine , Arc Trainer and elliptical
Step 3- Look at the equipment in the gym and learned how to use it
Step 4 – Find a workout plan- online or get help at the gym or buy a few books
Step 5- Go to the gym 3-6 days a week and HAVE FUN….you will want to come back.
Enjoy this GETTING STARTED VIDEO
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