This condition is not as uncommon as you may think. The swelling is still caused by accumulation of fluid in feet ankles and varying degrees up toward the waist.
As an added bonus, it may worsen during your period. Sodium plays no part, but electrolytes should be checked if and when one feels run down for [...]
A lowfat diet low also in sodium, cholestrol, saturated fat. Fruits and vegetables in general, and lowfat dairy. I heard celery is a good choice. So is oatmeal for breakfast. Quaker Oats removes chloestrol and helps the heart.
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Lately, I’ve noticed that caffeine, alcohol and salty foods have put an extra strain on my heart to the point that I have to rest until the effects wear off. Reluctantly, I’ve given up caffeine & alcohol until I figure this whole thing out. I’m 6′, 200 lbs, 15% body fat, muscular, 34 [...]
My mother, 5′7 135 lbs extremely active female was diagnosed with cholesterol (312) and slightly blood pressure (140/90). She has been eating foods low in sodium or sodium free, stuff with no cholesterol, and no trans fat. Her doctor said to eat much salmon, which she didn’t have a problem with considering she loves it, [...]
I’m 26, 150-160 pounds soaking wet, and I found out at the Doctor several days ago I have high blood pressure. I ate a lot junk, lots of fried food and soda. Didn’t exercise that much and maybe a little family history-couple had problems, a lot didn’t. I’ve cranked up the exercise to 1.5 miles [...]